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North Rhine-Westphalia

Bergisches Land

Rheinisch-Bergischer Kreis

Balkantrasse Rail Trail – Balkantrasse loop from Wermelskirchen

Bike touring routes & trails

North Rhine-Westphalia

Bergisches Land

Rheinisch-Bergischer Kreis

Balkantrasse Rail Trail – Balkantrasse loop from Wermelskirchen

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4.5

(4)

88

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Balkantrasse Rail Trail – Balkantrasse loop from Wermelskirchen

00:28

7.65km

70m

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: August 18, 2026

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Naturpark Bergisches Land

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Start point

Bus stop

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1

1.60 km

Hectometer Stones on the Balkantrasse

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These milestones are lovingly restored 💯

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2

2.24 km

Balkantrasse Rail Trail

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Cycling on the former railway line through the hilly landscape is possible without much effort and therefore also suitable for families. Tunnels, bridges and viaducts still shape the landscape today and make cycling a special experience.

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3

3.01 km

Junction

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Rest and resting point🤙

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4

3.01 km

Balkantrasse

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Junction 28 (RadRegionRheinland) (Thanks @Marcel for the hint)
Crossing the Balkan route and the Alleenradweg water quintet
Here meet the two former railway lines Balkan route and water quintet. It …

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5

3.02 km

Junction 28 (RadRegionRheinland)

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This is where the water quintet meets the Balkan route.

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6

3.54 km

Rest area with great views

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Nice view of the mountains and the valley.

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7

7.11 km

Youth Recreation Park Wermelskirchen Skatepark

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Great skatepark for skateboards 🛹 and scooters 🛴 and big and small !!! I'm curious when the route will be passed there.

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7.65 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.92 km

626 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

7.65 km

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Tuesday 25 August

25°C

12°C

19 %

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