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Just before the border – Kronenburger Lake loop from Schmidtheim

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Germany

North Rhine-Westphalia

Just before the border – Kronenburger Lake loop from Schmidtheim

Hard

4.8

(15)

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Just before the border – Kronenburger Lake loop from Schmidtheim

02:57

47.4km

490m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 6, 2026

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After 227 m for 255 m

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After 1.13 km for 343 m

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Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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15.4 km

Weißer Stein Observation Tower

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The modern observation tower, approximately 30 meters high, was built in 2014. From its platform, one can enjoy an impressive panoramic view of surrounding mountains such as the Hohe Acht, …

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22.8 km

Just before the border

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The Vennquerbahn cycle path is very well developed and very easy to drive on. Smooth asphalt and plenty of opportunities to take a break.

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28.0 km

Vennquerbahn Cycle Path

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Great route in a beautiful landscape.

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28.5 km

Trassenbogen near Hallschlag

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Trassenbogen near Hallschlag

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31.9 km

View of the Eifel from the Vennquerbahn

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Good solid cycle path. With good views in some places. But not everywhere.

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32.7 km

Kronenburger Lake

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The lake is a nice destination. Right on the shore you will also find some accommodations. These include, for example, the beaver camp, where you find shelter in small wooden …

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33.3 km

Kronenburger Lake

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The Kronenberger See, in the extreme southwest of North Rhine-Westphalia, is really beautifully located and a good starting point for activities in all directions.

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37.0 km

Rest area with a historic railway wagon on the Kyll Cycle Path

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An original resting place on the Kyll cycle path. Here you can sunbathe on the loungers or find shelter in the discarded original freight wagon of Deutsche Bahn.

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39.5 km

Viewpoint

47.4 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

18.3 km

16.7 km

5.62 km

5.19 km

1.58 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

44.9 km

1.71 km

745 m

105 m

Elevation

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Highest point (690 m)

Lowest point (450 m)

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Tuesday 14 July

26°C

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Just before the border – Kronenburger Lake loop from Schmidtheim

Weißer Stein Observation Tower

Just before the border

Vennquerbahn Cycle Path

Trassenbogen near Hallschlag

View of the Eifel from the Vennquerbahn

Kronenburger Lake

Kronenburger Lake

Rest area with a historic railway wagon on the Kyll Cycle Path

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