Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 15, 2025

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2.86 km

Heimbach Reservoir

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You should just have a look...

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3.85 km

View of Hengebach Castle

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Due to the closure of the actual bike path, you have a wonderful view of the castle. A small bench (at the marked location) also offers an opportunity to enjoy this view.

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4.63 km

Heimbach Castle and the Violinist Statue

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Heimbach is a place directly on the Rur and only a few meters from the Rursee. The place impresses with its historic city center. Small cafes, restaurants and shops complete …

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5.13 km

View of Heimbach Castle from the Bridge

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"...In the old town center there is the worth seeing half-timbered town hall and the quarry stone building "Zur Alten Mühle". There is also the parish church of St. Clemens …

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9.31 km

View of the Buntsandstein cliffs near Abenden

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The benches are literally ideal for a break to enjoy the view.

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19.1 km

Schwammenauel Marina

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Since the marina is also served by cars, buses, hikers and cyclists, it is often busy here. Sailors and pedal boaters get their money's worth here, as do passengers on the Rursee shipping company.

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19.5 km

Schwammenauel Dam

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The dam is located on the Rursee near Heimbach and Hasenfeld. This view of the water and the surrounding area is simply wonderful at any time of year.

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19.8 km

Rursee Spillway (Schwammenauel)

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Always worth a tour when the weather is nice!

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20.0 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.3 km

5.58 km

3.01 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

19.6 km

306 m

< 100 m

Elevation

Highest point (290 m)

Lowest point (190 m)

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Heimbach Reservoir

View of Hengebach Castle

Heimbach Castle and the Violinist Statue

View of Heimbach Castle from the Bridge

View of the Buntsandstein cliffs near Abenden

Schwammenauel Marina

Schwammenauel Dam

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