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North Rhine-Westphalia

Märkischer Kreis

Meinerzhagen

Genkel Reservoir – View of Genkeltalsperre loop from Genkel-Tal

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Germany

North Rhine-Westphalia

Märkischer Kreis

Meinerzhagen

Genkel Reservoir – View of Genkeltalsperre loop from Genkel-Tal

Moderate

5.0

(3)

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Genkel Reservoir – View of Genkeltalsperre loop from Genkel-Tal

02:00

7.57km

80m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 14, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Naturpark Sauerland-Rothaargebirge

Naturpark Bergisches Land

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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17 m

Large Pond

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There is also a water level station at the pond.

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123 m

View of the Genkeltalsperre Reservoir

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There is a free parking space next to the pond.

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607 m

If you don't just love asphalt and if you also like to drive on non-asphalted paths, you can only suggest going around the reservoir (approx. 10km). Again and again there are beautiful views of the lake.

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2.13 km

Small bay with dam at the Genkel Reservoir

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The Genkel Dam is branched with many small water arms. They were created by the side valleys.

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3.00 km

View of Genkeltalsperre

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The Genkeltalsperre has a very rugged bank. Around every bend you discover a new view.

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3.67 km

View of Genkeltalsperre

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Beautiful circular route with forest floor around it

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5.65 km

Cape of Silence

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If you are looking for peace and relaxation is just right, you are almost alone and there is no traffic noise.

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6.21 km

Good and solid bike paths with magnificent views

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Good to see from here

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7.57 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.38 km

104 m

Surfaces

6.43 km

956 m

104 m

Elevation

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Sunday 5 July

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Genkel Reservoir – View of Genkeltalsperre loop from Genkel-Tal

Large Pond

View of the Genkeltalsperre Reservoir