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Brüggen Castle – Brachter Wald Nature Reserve loop from Elmpt

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Germany

North Rhine-Westphalia

Regierungsbezirk Düsseldorf

Viersen

Niederkrüchten

Brüggen Castle – Brachter Wald Nature Reserve loop from Elmpt

Easy

5.0

(2)

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Brüggen Castle – Brachter Wald Nature Reserve loop from Elmpt

01:15

22.5km

100m

Gravel riding

Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 20, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Naturpark Schwalm-Nette

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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4.17 km

Torschänke Brüggen Beer Garden

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Beautiful setting for a restaurant.

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4.31 km

Brüggen Castle

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Brüggen is a city with history that is well worth seeing.

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4.47 km

Historic Old Town of Brüggen

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Nice little town, often visited by a lot of people, especially for any of the many events.

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7.94 km

Amor-Paz Street Art, Bruggeweg

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Nice car-free area, suitable for cycling, MTB and hiking.

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8.13 km

The paths in the former ammunition depot of the British Armed Forces are now in very good condition for all types of bicycles. The surrounding nature is characterized by forest and heathland. A visit is always worthwhile.

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12.3 km

Observation Deck in Naturpark Schwalm-Nette

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Walking path but also doable by bike. Get to know the more hidden corners of the Nature Reserve.

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12.9 km

Parking at Brachter Wald Nature Reserve Entrance

Highlight • Rest Area

@Dreiradler
Apparently your wish has been heard, it looks like a new gate has been built without any obstacles (see my picture). Now someone just needs to have a key ;-)

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22.1 km

St. Laurentius Catholic Parish Church (Elmpt)

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View of the parish church of St. Laurentius Elmpt.

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22.5 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.7 km

5.25 km

2.83 km

1.08 km

617 m

Surfaces

12.2 km

4.37 km

2.44 km

2.36 km

1.14 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Saturday 11 July

31°C

17°C

2 %

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Brüggen Castle – Brachter Wald Nature Reserve loop from Elmpt

Torschänke Brüggen Beer Garden

Brüggen Castle

Historic Old Town of Brüggen

Amor-Paz Street Art, Bruggeweg

Brachter Wald Nature Reserve

Observation Deck in Naturpark Schwalm-Nette

Parking at Brachter Wald Nature Reserve Entrance

St. Laurentius Catholic Parish Church (Elmpt)

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