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North Rhine-Westphalia

Rhein-Erft-Kreis

Paffendorf Castle – Erft Flood Canal loop from Erft zwischen Bergheim und Bedburg

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North Rhine-Westphalia

Rhein-Erft-Kreis

Paffendorf Castle – Erft Flood Canal loop from Erft zwischen Bergheim und Bedburg

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Paffendorf Castle – Erft Flood Canal loop from Erft zwischen Bergheim und Bedburg

01:35

6.27km

10m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 21, 2026

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Naturpark Rheinland

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

1

683 m

Erft River in the Rhineland Nature Park

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During our hike the Erft was at the height of the way - very interesting and natural.

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2

2.08 km

Ancient Trees in Paffendorf Castle Park

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The 7.5 hectare castle park, designed as a landscape garden, is home to around 180 different types of shrubs and trees, including old sequoias, ginkgoes and plane trees. A forest …

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3

2.36 km

Paffendorf Castle

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First mentioned in 1230 as the bailiwick of Paffendorf, this Renaissance-style moated castle is completely surrounded by water. Today, a brasserie invites visitors to enjoy coffee, cakes, and light meals. …

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4

2.57 km

Map of Schlosspark Paffendorf

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A board with the overall overview of the palace park and its natural wonders.

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5

3.42 km

Scenic Path in Schlosspark, Naturpark Rheinland

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6

3.71 km

Plane tree in Paffendorf Castle Park

Highlight • Natural Monument

Location: 50126 / Bergheim Paffendorf
Paffendorf Castle Park
Tree species: Common plane tree
Circumference: 6.6 m (measured)
Measurement date (scope): 05/11/2013
Altitude: 37.00 m
single or group: single tree
last visit: 05/11/2013
Condition: vital
Still valid today, 2023

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7

3.98 km

Erft Flood Canal

Highlight • River

via the Erftflutkanal. Can be ridden by racing bike, the path is asphalted.

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8

4.21 km

View of the River Erft

Highlight • River

Very nice area. However, it takes a while after the rain until the unpaved ground is dry again.

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B

6.27 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.27 km

515 m

454 m

Surfaces

2.42 km

2.27 km

1.53 km

< 100 m

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