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Germany
North Rhine-Westphalia
Bergisches Land
Rheinisch-Bergischer Kreis
Burscheid

Balkantrasse – Old Railway Bridge loop from Eifgenbach und Seitentäler

Easy

2.8

(6)

101

riders

Balkantrasse – Old Railway Bridge loop from Eifgenbach und Seitentäler

00:30

7.99km

80m

Cycling

Easy bike 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: May 24, 2026

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Naturpark Bergisches Land

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Start point

Bus stop

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733 m

Balkantrasse

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Finest asphalt, ideally suited for speeding.

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3.26 km

Old Railway Bridge

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very old railway bridge

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4.00 km

Trassenbär Wooden Bear Sculpture

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The "Trassenbär" is now available in two versions: the old one and the new one 😉. They are lovingly equipped by the "owner"...

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5.74 km

Old Bridge on the Balkantrasse

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there are several bridges of this type

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6.70 km

In addition to waffles (which are served on Sundays and public holidays), you can always repair your bike here.

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6.73 km

Super delicious fresh waffles, coffee and snacks are offered here on summer Sundays right on the Balkan route. Idyllic place - ideal for a break!

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6.73 km

Bottle-cap mural at Waffelpause

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At the waffle break you can admire this work of art made of bottle caps 👍

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7.99 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

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7.26 km

498 m

106 m

Surfaces

7.56 km

303 m

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Lowest point (220 m)

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Saturday 11 July

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