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Germany
Rhineland-Palatinate
Eifelkreis Bitburg-Prüm
Ehlenz

Biersdorf Reservoir – Rittersdorf Castle loop from Ehlenz

Hard

4.3

(7)

42

riders

Biersdorf Reservoir – Rittersdorf Castle loop from Ehlenz

03:27

48.7km

670m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: February 16, 2026

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Naturpark Südeifel

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Parking

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6.75 km

Biersdorf Reservoir

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Unfortunately, the lake is no longer attractive. There are many trees and branches in the lake and also algae. Swimming and fishing is prohibited. Also, there are no more pedal …

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2

11.3 km

Great place to take a break with a great view of the valley 👍

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3

13.1 km

Rittersdorf Castle

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Rittersdorf Castle has remained almost unadulterated since it was built and conveys an impressive picture of late medieval and modern Renaissance living culture. The approximately 700-year-old moated castle is located …

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4

14.6 km

Nimstal Valley Near Rittersdorf

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The Nimstal is very suitable for cycling tours.

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5

16.1 km

Bridge Over the Nims River

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After the flood in 2021, the path is in good shape again.

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20.2 km

Königswäldchen

Forest

7

20.9 km

View of Rittersdorf

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8

30.3 km

View of the Nims River

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You can't always see the little river along the Nies Cycle Path, but here you have an idyllic view.

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9

39.8 km

Forest Picnic Area in the Eifel

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Nice opportunity to take a rest in the forest.

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48.7 km

End point

Parking

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

19.8 km

15.1 km

7.87 km

3.76 km

1.77 km

264 m

205 m

Surfaces

23.3 km

16.9 km

7.66 km

464 m

383 m

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Highest point (510 m)

Lowest point (260 m)

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