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Gelsdorf Castle – Apple Route Experience Station loop from Gelsdorf

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Gelsdorf Castle – Apple Route Experience Station loop from Gelsdorf

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Gelsdorf Castle – Apple Route Experience Station loop from Gelsdorf

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12.9km

100m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 9, 2026

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Naturpark Rheinland

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293 m

Historic Houses in Gelsdorf

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There are still many distinctive old houses in Gelsd. Unfortunately, some are no longer inhabited.

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359 m

St. Walburga Church, Gelsdorf

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I took some photos of the interior of the church.

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582 m

Gelsdorf Castle

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In 1766, Konstantin von Gruben had the symmetrical complex of a manor house and outer bailey with servants' quarters, stables and coach houses built in Gelsdorf. After changing owners and …

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2.51 km

Brogsitter Winery, Sparkling Wine Cellar & Wine Shop

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Wine growing for almost 600 years, large assortment. Very nice staff and good selection. Special offer! A customer account with a € 10 shopping voucher is also great.

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6.09 km

Apple Route Experience Station

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The Rhenish Apple Route is not only signposted throughout, there are also twelve of these specially created adventure stations. All stations are marked with the route's apple logo and offer …

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6.32 km

Bridge Over the A61

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This bridge allows you to cross the A61 on a tarred dirt road.

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6.60 km

Apple Orchards of Meckenheim

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On this section of the Rhenish Apple Route you cycle through impressively large apple orchards. No wonder, you are in the largest fruit and vegetable growing area in North Rhine-Westphalia. …

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9.28 km

Bridge Over the Swist

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Idyllic nature reserve directly on the Swist.

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12.9 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.75 km

3.26 km

1.45 km

394 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

8.72 km

2.65 km

1.01 km

522 m

Elevation

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Highest point (270 m)

Lowest point (170 m)

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Gelsdorf Castle – Apple Route Experience Station loop from Gelsdorf

Historic Houses in Gelsdorf

St. Walburga Church, Gelsdorf

Gelsdorf Castle

Brogsitter Winery, Sparkling Wine Cellar & Wine Shop

Apple Route Experience Station

Bridge Over the A61

Apple Orchards of Meckenheim

Bridge Over the Swist

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