Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: February 4, 2026

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Am Sandweg

Naturpark Rheinland

Waldnaturschutzgebiet Knechtsteden

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Parking

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1.52 km

Wayside Cross in Naturpark Rheinland

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“Each of these crosses can tell its own story and what motivated people to erect“ their ”cross at this point. (...) These crossroads were erected as visible signs and attract …

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5.88 km

Forest gravel path in Naturpark Rheinland

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A straight path through the forest. Especially nice for mountain or gravel bikes.

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6.30 km

Giant Sequoia at Chorbusch Junction

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There are sequoia trees right by the wayside.

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6.57 km

Wild Boar Rock

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The script can only be seen at second glance ... 😉: DÄM FRANZ SINGE STONE

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8.63 km

Wooden bench and table in Naturpark Rheinland

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Quaint table made from an old log.

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8.88 km

Granattrichter Mountain Bike Trail, Chorbusch

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Here is a video of the possible descents:

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9.77 km

Snowy forest path in Naturpark Rheinland

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Beautiful at any time of the day ...

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10.5 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.31 km

1.19 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

5.86 km

1.75 km

1.71 km

1.17 km

< 100 m

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Friday 3 April

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29 %

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