Rur River in the Obere Ruraue Nature Reserve – Adolfosee loop from Obere Ruraue

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Germany

North Rhine-Westphalia

Heinsberg

Hückelhoven

Rur River in the Obere Ruraue Nature Reserve – Adolfosee loop from Obere Ruraue

Easy

4.4

(46)

144

riders

Rur River in the Obere Ruraue Nature Reserve – Adolfosee loop from Obere Ruraue

01:13

16.6km

20m

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 19, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Naturpark Schwalm-Nette

Obere Ruraue

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1.60 km

Rur River Trail near Hilfarth

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Incredible 30 cycling highlights along the Rur "only" between Hilfarth and Linnich

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3.23 km

Rur River in the Obere Ruraue Nature Reserve

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The nice thing about this area is that there are signs pointing to attractions, restaurants and places to stay. That's a real highlight that other regions should take a look at.

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4.32 km

Blue Arch at Doverack

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The blue arch is a pretty photo motif – you can also take a break next to it. You will find a bench and an information sign for the RurUferWeg here.

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7.95 km

Lake Adolfo

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Adolfsee has clear water, and you can hike or bike all around it. There's also a small dock for sailboats.
The Rur River flows nearby.

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8.47 km

Adolfosee

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Lake Adolfo is a real insider tip. Since it is not officially a bathing lake, swimming at this lake is only tolerated and you can do so at your own …

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9.32 km

Adolphosee

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The lake is a quarry pond, created as a result of sand and gravel mining from the late 1960s to the 1980s. In the early days it was popularly called …

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13.4 km

North Gate of the Grünmetropole on the Rur Cycle Path

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Good access to the Rur-Ufer cycle path from Hückelhoven.

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15.4 km

Around the Rur near Hückelhoven - Industrial culture and crafts in transition

On this tour you will experience the past and yet lively era of coal mining and discover numerous scenic and cultural gems.

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