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Hellenthal

Oleftal Reservoir – Olef Reservoir loop from Hellenthal

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Germany

North Rhine-Westphalia

Euskirchen

Hellenthal

Oleftal Reservoir – Olef Reservoir loop from Hellenthal

Hard

4.3

(16)

157

runners

Oleftal Reservoir – Olef Reservoir loop from Hellenthal

01:50

16.3km

210m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 22, 2026

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Naturpark Hohes Venn-Eifel

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4.71 km

North Shore of the Oleftalsperre

Highlight • Lake

The Oleftalsperre protects the surrounding communities from flooding and is used to obtain drinking water. It is very impressive to cycle along this huge reservoir.

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5.34 km

Oleftal Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

Nice path along the dam

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6.61 km

Northern Shore Path, Oleftalsperre

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Inlet of the Oleftalsperre at the end of the reservoir.

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8.82 km

Rest Area on the Olef

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10.8 km

Shelter with a View of the Oleftalsperre

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Along the Oleftalsperre there are always huts where you can take shelter if you are surprised by storms. This still offers a beautiful view over the reservoir.

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10.9 km

Trees Felled by Beavers

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14.3 km

Oleftalsperre Dam

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View over the over 50 meter high dam of the Oleftalsperre.

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14.5 km

Olef Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

The Oleftalsperre is a rewarding destination for a tour around. Trips to Rocherath and Hollerath are also included, so you can also see something of the Eifel region.

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16.3 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

14.5 km

1.15 km

714 m

Surfaces

10.2 km

5.21 km

667 m

274 m

Elevation

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Highest point (490 m)

Lowest point (420 m)

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Oleftal Reservoir – Olef Reservoir loop from Hellenthal

North Shore of the Oleftalsperre

Oleftal Reservoir

Northern Shore Path, Oleftalsperre

Rest Area on the Olef

Shelter with a View of the Oleftalsperre

Trees Felled by Beavers

Oleftalsperre Dam

Olef Reservoir

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