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long and magnificent paved road in the heart of nature

In 1348, a squire named "von Hausen" is documented as having come to this area. In the 16th century, the moated castle passed from the noble family "von Hausen" to "von Berg" to Bens. Through inheritance and marriage, the castle came into the possession of Dietrich Kolff, but the Kolff family line died out in 1832. The castle had been repeatedly expanded up to that point and was later divided into two estates. Today it serves as a hotel and restaurant.

The arched bridge over the Rur River, built here in 1992, should be crossed slowly and carefully in wet weather, as the wooden planks can be slippery! Whether on foot or by bicycle, it's wise to take precautions, as I've experienced before.

This path is actually a road, but due to the low traffic, it's possible to walk along a grassy verge. A variety of trees form an avenue here. Continuing along the path, you reach the Bosselbacher Hof café (with its impressive selection of cakes) from the Hürtgen military cemetery. There are good views of the surrounding area.

This is the church in Geilrath. This is not Blatzheim.

Beautiful view of the castle on the hill.

Keep going! This is an exemplary cycle path. Unfortunately, it's far too short!

Beautiful memorial site. There's not much traffic here.