Wild horses at Sophienhöhe – Goldene Aue loop from An den Aspen

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Wild horses at Sophienhöhe – Goldene Aue loop from An den Aspen

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Wild horses at Sophienhöhe – Goldene Aue loop from An den Aspen

02:53

38.0km

580m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 24, 2026

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Lindenberger Wald

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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18.3 km

Rest area by the pond

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I sit and take a rest by a still, wide lake.

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19.3 km

View of Jülicher Land and wind turbines

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View into the Rheinische Windradrevier

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19.8 km

View of Sophienhöhe and the Inden open‑pit mine

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21.4 km

Findlingsdüne Viewpoint with Long Bench

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Here's another little highlight on the Sophienhöhen. Year of construction 2020/21
With a beautiful view and a long bench to rest on.
Children can run around on the sand hill.

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23.2 km

Wild horses at Sophienhöhe

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Beautiful place

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23.7 km

Goldene Aue

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A great place to linger and rest. You can also enjoy the peace and quiet here.

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24.6 km

Wild horses at Sophienhöhe

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A natural herd of Konik horses has been living on the Golden Aue since June 13, 2024.

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26.0 km

View of the Jülicher Börde from Sophienhöhe

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Magnificent view of Hambach and the Dürener country to the Rureifel.

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38.0 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

27.8 km

7.15 km

1.56 km

968 m

556 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

18.3 km

8.58 km

5.24 km

4.50 km

1.22 km

158 m

Elevation

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Highest point (240 m)

Lowest point (-10 m)

Weather

Wednesday 14 October

21°C

9°C

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Wild horses at Sophienhöhe – Goldene Aue loop from An den Aspen

Rest area by the pond

View of Jülicher Land and wind turbines

View of Sophienhöhe and the Inden open‑pit mine

Findlingsdüne Viewpoint with Long Bench

Wild horses at Sophienhöhe

Goldene Aue

Wild horses at Sophienhöhe

View of the Jülicher Börde from Sophienhöhe

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