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North Rhine-Westphalia

Euskirchen

Hellenthal

View of the Olef Reservoir – Olef Reservoir loop from Hellenthal

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Germany

North Rhine-Westphalia

Euskirchen

Hellenthal

View of the Olef Reservoir – Olef Reservoir loop from Hellenthal

Moderate

4.3

(6)

riders

View of the Olef Reservoir – Olef Reservoir loop from Hellenthal

01:08

18.2km

190m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel 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: June 26, 2026

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Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 766 m for 50 m

Deliveries only

Waypoints

Start point

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2.66 km

Oleftalsperre

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Great view of the dam.

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5.51 km

North Shore of the Oleftalsperre

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The Oleftalsperre protects the surrounding communities from flooding and is used to obtain drinking water. It is very impressive to cycle along this huge reservoir.

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6.14 km

Oleftal Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

Nice path along the dam

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9.64 km

Oleftalsperre Inlet

Highlight • River

From the inlet you can drive towards Hollerrath or Belgium 🚴‍♂️👍🏻.

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9.70 km

Scenic Stream in Naturpark Hohes Venn-Eifel

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there is a nice asphalt climb from this point up, recommended!

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13.6 km

View of the Olef Reservoir

Highlight • Viewpoint

beautiful view over the reservoir

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15.1 km

Oleftalsperre Dam

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View over the over 50 meter high dam of the Oleftalsperre.

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15.2 km

Olef Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

The Oleftalsperre was built in 1954-59. Due to cracks, the barrier had to be reinforced twice afterwards. Since 1965, the barrier has been used for drinking water, energy production and …

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18.2 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

14.6 km

2.34 km

597 m

594 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

11.4 km

5.30 km

1.14 km

274 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (490 m)

Lowest point (400 m)

Weather

Monday 13 July

29°C

17°C

26 %

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View of the Olef Reservoir – Olef Reservoir loop from Hellenthal

Oleftalsperre

North Shore of the Oleftalsperre

Oleftal Reservoir

Oleftalsperre Inlet

Scenic Stream in Naturpark Hohes Venn-Eifel

View of the Olef Reservoir

Oleftalsperre Dam

Olef Reservoir

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