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Restored old channel of the Rur – Rur River near Birkesdorf loop from Annakirmesplatz

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Germany

North Rhine-Westphalia

Restored old channel of the Rur – Rur River near Birkesdorf loop from Annakirmesplatz

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Restored old channel of the Rur – Rur River near Birkesdorf loop from Annakirmesplatz

01:50

7.22km

20m

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: May 11, 2026

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Teilbereiche der Ruraue im Stadtgebiet Düren

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Start point

Train Station

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2.20 km

Old Railway Bridge over the River Rur

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"Industrial monument" of a dilapidated railway bridge, which has now been prepared as a pedestrian bridge. The rotten railway sleepers can still be seen

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2.25 km

RurUfer Cycle Path: Bridge and Waterfall near Düren

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The RurUfer Cycle Path is a long-distance cycle path that runs along the Rur for around 180 kilometers. It begins in Belgium near the Rur sources at the highest point …

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2.39 km

View of the old metal truss bridge over the Rur.

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The RurUfer cycle path is a cycle path that runs along the Rur for around 180 kilometers. It begins near the Rur springs at the highest elevation in Belgium, the …

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2.59 km

Shelter at the Rur-Ufer-Radweg

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Shelter with relaxation benches on the Rur-Ufer-Radweg (RUR)

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2.98 km

Restored old channel of the Rur

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Integration of the old arm into the Rur. Natural gravel banks and an increase in the local recreational value. Some beautiful benches invite you to linger. In summer also a place to play with children by the water.

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2.98 km

Rur River near Birkesdorf

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Simply a great spot to take a break and enjoy the view

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6.71 km

Willy-Brandt Park Düren

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The city park in Düren is located on Valencienner Straße and runs along the Rur. Here you can still watch ducks and walkers and joggers enjoy the exercise in the fresh air. Benches invite you to rest and relax.

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7.22 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.81 km

216 m

183 m

Surfaces

4.26 km

2.69 km

256 m

Elevation

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Sunday 12 July

32°C

17°C

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Restored old channel of the Rur – Rur River near Birkesdorf loop from Annakirmesplatz

Old Railway Bridge over the River Rur

RurUfer Cycle Path: Bridge and Waterfall near Düren

View of the old metal truss bridge over the Rur.

Shelter at the Rur-Ufer-Radweg

Restored old channel of the Rur

Rur River near Birkesdorf

Willy-Brandt Park Düren

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