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Germany
North Rhine-Westphalia
Regierungsbezirk Düsseldorf
Viersen
Niederkrüchten

Brachter Wald Nature Reserve – View of the Meuse and horses loop from Brüggen

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Bike touring routes & trails
Germany
North Rhine-Westphalia
Regierungsbezirk Düsseldorf
Viersen
Niederkrüchten

Brachter Wald Nature Reserve – View of the Meuse and horses loop from Brüggen

Moderate

4.5

(24)

129

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Brachter Wald Nature Reserve – View of the Meuse and horses loop from Brüggen

02:38

42.4km

150m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The route includes a crossing by ferry. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 16, 2026

This route includes a ferry crossing

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Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 13.0 km for 241 m

After 20.0 km for 99 m

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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408 m

Wooden Suspension Bridge Over the Schwalm

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Well maintained and scenic hiking trails along the Schwalm

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4.39 km

Brachter Wald Nature Reserve

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The paths in the former ammunition depot of the British Armed Forces are now in very good condition for all types of bicycles. The surrounding nature is characterized by forest and heathland. A visit is always worthwhile.

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4.73 km

Brachter Forest Nature Reserve

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Very quiet and very nice (also in the opposite direction) to drive. Caution: The entrance is designed only for "normal" wheels. Cargo bikes can get a real problem here and …

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4

15.6 km

Belfeld Lock

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The weir and the Belfeld lock (as it is actually called here) is one of the 7 barrages of the Dutch Meuse.

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5

17.6 km

I combine Steyl with a ferry ride and then a portion of french fries ......

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6

18.1 km

While waiting for the ferry you can enjoy the "Skyline" of Steyl.
A ferry ride costs €0.90 per bike and driver.

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22.4 km

Begijnenberg

Nature Reserve

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24.8 km

View of the Meuse and horses

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always beautiful views of the Maasauen

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9

26.6 km

De Keverberg Castle

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Kessel is an old Maas village with a rich history. In 1869 they found a Roman stone of the gods when they demolished an old church. This stone was dedicated …

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42.4 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

18.6 km

12.7 km

6.33 km

3.79 km

662 m

296 m

Surfaces

27.7 km

8.18 km

4.07 km

1.21 km

718 m

545 m

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