The dike invites you to unwind. The view of the Rhine meadows is characterized by peace and vastness. Only non-motorized vehicles are allowed on the Krone. It has a nice view over Schenkenschanz, but the ferry from Düffelward there since 2016 is no longer in operation. Thus one reaches only over Griethausen to Schenkenschanz. On the section is still the lock Wardhausen / Brienen and the Johanna Sebus monument.

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November 20, 2025

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"The Griethauser Altrhein is a tranquil body of water and, at first glance, doesn't seem to have much in common with the main channel. But appearances are deceiving; this still …

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1. Spoykanal – Griethausen Railway Bridge loop from Kleve

15.1km

03:49

20m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Griethausen Railway Bridge – Düffelt Store loop from Schenkenschanz

14.9km

03:45

20m

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3. Stone Cairn Paradise – Griethausen Railway Bridge loop from Cleves

26.1km

06:48

180m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Distance 3.80 km

Uphill 20 m

Downhill 20 m

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Location: Regierungsbezirk Düsseldorf, Düsseldorf District, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

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Dike on the Old Rhine in Salmorth

1. Spoykanal – Griethausen Railway Bridge loop from Kleve

2. Griethausen Railway Bridge – Düffelt Store loop from Schenkenschanz

3. Stone Cairn Paradise – Griethausen Railway Bridge loop from Cleves

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