Water is the source of all life – it shapes landscapes, influences cultures, and continually captivates us. On this time loop through the Rur Eifel region, where water has shaped …

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Last updated: August 13, 2025

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Naturpark Hohes Venn-Eifel

Parc naturel des Hautes-Fagnes – Eifel

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4.86 km

Rur Lake

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Located in the heart of the Eifel National Park, Lake Rursee awaits you with magnificent views and plenty of outdoor activities. Whether gravel biking, hiking, swimming, or gliding across the …

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10.5 km

Woffelsbach Lake Viewing Platform

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Perhaps the best view of Lake Rursee? In any case, the platform is a prime spot for a break.

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22.6 km

Kall Reservoir

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Very beautiful reservoir and very quiet, completely different than the Rursee, for example.

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29.6 km

Lammersdorf Farm Museum

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The Lammersdorf farmer's museum is located in an old half-timbered farmhouse on the Vennbahn. It was founded by the Association for Local History and Village Culture Lammersdorf e.V. and has …

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41.4 km

Historic Center of Monschau

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A beautiful town in western Germany, well worth a visit. It boasts many half-timbered houses and narrow cobblestone streets. Monschau Castle is also worth a visit.

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43.3 km

Middle Rur Valley

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Very nice section on the Rur, like the whole way from Einruhr to Monschau.

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57.5 km

Rest and Adventure Spot Gräserblüten

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A beautiful valley landscape

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58.1 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

22.0 km

19.7 km

13.0 km

3.52 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

33.7 km

10.6 km

9.52 km

2.38 km

1.30 km

731 m

Elevation

Highest point (550 m)

Lowest point (280 m)

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Tuesday 16 December

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Städteregion AachenAugust 7, 2025

Water is the source of all life – it shapes landscapes, influences cultures, and continually captivates us. On this time loop through the Rur Eifel region, where water has shaped not only nature but also history and culture, you'll encounter the element in all its facets: sometimes calming and healing

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