Cologne District

Swist River

North Rhine-Westphalia

Cologne District

Rhein-Sieg-Kreis

Swisttal

Swist River

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Swist River

Cycling

4.8

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Gravel riding

5.0

(8)

Mountain biking

5.0

(3)

Road cycling

3.3

(2)

Hiking

5.0

(1)

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Location: Swisttal, Rhein-Sieg-Kreis, Cologne District, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

Tips

June 29, 2025

Cycling

From the cycle path along the Swist River, it's worth taking a short detour across the Swist to Kriegshoven moated castle. It's privately owned and not accessible. However, on the way there, you can get a great view of the castle from the outside.

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Cycling

A beautiful bike path

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Brenig Water Tower – Swist River loop from Bornheim

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Heimerzheim Castle – Swist River loop from Weilerswist

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Swist River – Rösberg Water Tower loop from Erftstadt

52.7km

03:24

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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 130 m

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Location: Swisttal, Rhein-Sieg-Kreis, Cologne District, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

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Brenig Water Tower – Swist River loop from Bornheim

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