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Rheinisch-Bergischer Kreis

Rösrath

Franziska Shaft Headframe – Lüderich mine winding tower loop from Hoffnungsthal

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Bergisches Land

Rheinisch-Bergischer Kreis

Rösrath

Franziska Shaft Headframe – Lüderich mine winding tower loop from Hoffnungsthal

Moderate

4.7

(655)

2,370

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Franziska Shaft Headframe – Lüderich mine winding tower loop from Hoffnungsthal

03:14

11.6km

220m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 6, 2026

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Naturpark Bergisches Land

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Start point

Train Station

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2.03 km

Forest trails in Naturpark Bergisches Land

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2.47 km

Franziska Shaft Headframe

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Built in 1893. The shaft depth was about 237m. In 1978 this mine was closed.

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2.96 km

Information board about mining

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Information board about the mining of the Romans

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4.92 km

Lüderich mine winding tower

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The Lüderich mine is a former non-ferrous metal ore mine in the Bensberg ore district in Overath in the Steinenbrück district. The Lüderich mining field extends over the entire Lüderich …

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4.98 km

View of the Lüderich mine headframe

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great round

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7.70 km

Meadow Trail With Panoramic View of Cologne

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Beautiful path with wide views over the country.

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9.11 km

Hoffnungsthal Tunnel

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Hoffnungsthaler Tunnel, 1.087 Meter, wird auch Honrather Tunnel genannt.
In unmittelbarer Nähe zum Westportal überquert der Brunsbach die Bahnstrecke auf einem Äquadukt.

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9.12 km

Brunsbach Aqueduct at Hoffnungsthaler Tunnel

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Hoffnungsthaler Tunnel, 1.087 Meter, wird auch Honrather Tunnel genannt.
In unmittelbarer Nähe zum Westportal überquert der Brunsbach die Bahnstrecke auf einem Äquadukt.
Die Aggertalbahn, im Volksmung auch Luhmer Grietche genannt, …

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11.6 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.72 km

4.27 km

2.00 km

554 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.36 km

3.34 km

2.47 km

993 m

439 m

Elevation

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Highest point (240 m)

Lowest point (90 m)

Weather

Sunday 23 August

23°C

8°C

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Comments

June 1, 2025,Berg. Land: Rösrath Bergbauweg (Berg. Streifzug 15)

After the vacation in April and the city trip in May, it was time again for a hike in the Bergisches Land. On the Bergisches Streifzug 15 (Bergisch Stroll 15), you learn that the Romans were already mining ore in the Bergisches Land. The Rösrath Mining Trail on the Lüderich (a ridge in the Bergisches Land) features 10 information panels …

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February 23, 2024,Wanderung am Lüderich – Runde von Hoffnungsthal

Today a hike from Hopesthal with a rain-free and at times even sunny phase to the Lüderich: The Lüderich is a mountain range that extends into the towns of Overath, Rösrath and Lohmar in the Bergisches Land. Mining has a long history in Lüderich. This was proven during excavations through the discovery of various types of Roman ceramic shards. In …

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October 22, 2025,Bergischer Streifzug 15: Bergbauweg 🥾🥾

Repeat offender 😁, still beautiful the third time around!!

Start/Finish: Hoffnungsthal train station

More info 👇

bergisches-wanderland.de/fileadmin/Microsites/Broschueren_Bergisches_Wanderland/Downloadversion_Bergbauweg_2023.pdf

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February 1, 2026,Bergbauweg (Streifzug #15)

"The Lüderich mountain boasts 2,000 years of mining history. Even Roman legionaries mined ore on the mountain. The last mine closed in 1978. This 'Mining Trail' invites you on a fascinating journey of discovery. Ten information panels along this approximately 12-kilometer-long trail offer insights into the history and technology of ore mining, as well as the numerous legends surrounding the …

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October 18, 2024,Rösrath_Bergbauweg #15

So the path began after one kilometer with a steep climb over roots and boulders that were very difficult to walk/climb in the wet.

Here, surefootedness is a must.

The rest of the path was easy 👍 to walk on and top-notch.

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February 12, 2022,Bergischer Streifzug 15 - Bergbauweg

Made a trip to the Bergisches Land today to hike more Bergische forays.

The first foray is the mining trail in Rösrath. An absolutely recommendable hiking trail with great views, exciting passages and great paths.
Even if there wasn't much new to learn in terms of mining technology for a Ruhri, the path received a 100% rating! 🙂🏞

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March 8, 2024,Bergischer Streifzug 15: Bergbauweg

The mining route leaves little to be desired. There are some climbs, lots of single trails, good infotainment and a lot to look at.
Be it in the distance, be it industrial cultural assets.

Even the chatter about residential areas isn't very annoying.
Just the detour past the outdoor pool is perhaps a bit too much of a good thing, …

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March 17, 2024,DER RÖSRATHER BERGBAUWEG AUF DEN BERG LÜDERICH

bergisches-wanderland.de/bergische-streifzuege/alle-streifzuege/15-bergbauweg-roesrath-122-km

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Franziska Shaft Headframe – Lüderich mine winding tower loop from Hoffnungsthal

Forest trails in Naturpark Bergisches Land

Franziska Shaft Headframe

Information board about mining

Lüderich mine winding tower

View of the Lüderich mine headframe

Meadow Trail With Panoramic View of Cologne

Hoffnungsthal Tunnel

Brunsbach Aqueduct at Hoffnungsthaler Tunnel

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