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North Rhine-Westphalia

Viewing platform on the Obersee – View of the Obersee and the viaduct loop from Großer Bruch am Wellbach

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North Rhine-Westphalia

Viewing platform on the Obersee – View of the Obersee and the viaduct loop from Großer Bruch am Wellbach

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Viewing platform on the Obersee – View of the Obersee and the viaduct loop from Großer Bruch am Wellbach

01:01

3.98km

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: July 1, 2026

Waypoints

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Bus stop

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359 m

Wild Cattle Enclosure Bielefeld

Highlight • Natural

a wonderful day a bit overcast but nice

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617 m

Johannisbach at Obersee

Highlight • River

Over 200 years ago, the rushing Johannisbach even marked a national border, separating France from the Kingdom of Westphalia.

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631 m

View of the Schildesche Viaduct

Highlight • Bridge

The old viaduct was destroyed in the last days of the war and later rebuilt

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1.09 km

Obersee

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A little view of the lake

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2.00 km

Viewing platform on the Obersee

Highlight • Lake

The paths around the Obersee are wide, providing ample space for walkers and cyclists. Above the lake are meadows and small woods. Benches are placed throughout, offering plenty of opportunities to rest. The viewing platform offers a fantastic view across the lake.

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2.02 km

Obersee Viewing Platform

Highlight • Viewpoint

Around the Obersee is always a nice round

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2.02 km

View of the Obersee and the viaduct

Highlight • Viewpoint

The view is stunning.

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2.55 km

Obersee (Johannisbachtalsperre) in Bielefeld

Highlight • Lake

Lake Obersee is always worth a visit. Afterwards, you can relax at the restaurant Der Seekrug.

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3.98 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.67 km

974 m

238 m

Surfaces

2.66 km

725 m

400 m

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< 100 m

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Friday 3 July

22°C

10°C

75 %

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Comments

July 7, 2025,Ein Ründchen am Obersee

Unfortunately, I forgot to take a painkiller...so my foot hurt so much and I had to stop the round and go back to the car 🙈☹️

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