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North Rhine-Westphalia

Bergisches Land

Rheinisch-Bergischer Kreis

Balkantrasse Cycle Path – Balkantrasse Panorama Cycle Path loop from Burscheid

Hiking trails & Routes

North Rhine-Westphalia

Bergisches Land

Rheinisch-Bergischer Kreis

Balkantrasse Cycle Path – Balkantrasse Panorama Cycle Path loop from Burscheid

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Balkantrasse Cycle Path – Balkantrasse Panorama Cycle Path loop from Burscheid

01:25

5.33km

50m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 29, 2026

Waypoints

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1.15 km

VitalBad Burscheid and Cafeteria

Highlight • Rest Area

The Burscheider Bad has swimming and adventure pools as well as a sauna area. The cafeteria serves changing daily specials.

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2

1.31 km

Balkantrasse Cycle Path

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The Balkan route ("Balkan Express") is the historical railway line from Opladen to Remscheid. The 28 kilometer long route leads - usually with some distance to the main roads - …

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1.60 km

Kuckenberg Village

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4

1.90 km

View from the Balkantrasse

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The section of the Balkan route between Burscheid and Leverkusen-Opladen is particularly scenic.

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5

1.91 km

Enchanted Forest Pond

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6

1.95 km

Balkantrasse Cycle and Hiking Path

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The "Balkan Route" is a former railway line that has been converted into a cycling and hiking trail.
The Balkan route ideally connects the Rhine with the Bergisches Land. This …

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7

2.46 km

Balkantrasse Panorama Cycle Path

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The section of the Balkan route between Burscheid and Leverkusen-Opladen is particularly scenic.

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8

4.78 km

Wallace Fountain Burscheid

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It is a former drinking water fountain.
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5.33 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.18 km

1.53 km

1.05 km

558 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.51 km

2.49 km

229 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

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