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

Last updated: April 6, 2026

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Naturpark Sauerland-Rothaargebirge

Naturpark Bergisches Land

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Start point

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585 m

View of the lake in Naturpark Sauerland-Rothaargebirge

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You shouldn't do it on Sundays and public holidays because there are too many people.

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6.03 km

Genkeltalsperre Parking Area

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Free parking and a location for clothing donations and waste glass containers

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7.04 km

View of Genkeltalsperre

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Beautiful circular route with forest floor around it

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7.12 km

Genkeltalsperre Dam

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The Genkeltalsperre is a pure drinking water dam and is located in the urban areas of Gummersbach and Meinerzhagen. It is mainly fed by the rivers Genkel and Grotmicke. The …

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7.98 km

View of the Reservoir and Unnenberg Tower

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You can also see the Unnenberg Tower over the dam

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10.3 km

If you don't just love asphalt and if you also like to drive on non-asphalted paths, you can only suggest going around the reservoir (approx. 10km). Again and again there are beautiful views of the lake.

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10.9 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.6 km

121 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

5.68 km

3.72 km

1.38 km

< 100 m

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Highest point (350 m)

Lowest point (290 m)

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Tuesday 14 April

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View of the lake in Naturpark Sauerland-Rothaargebirge

Genkeltalsperre Parking Area

View of Genkeltalsperre

Genkeltalsperre Dam

View of the Reservoir and Unnenberg Tower

Genkel Reservoir

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