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Rur River in the Obere Ruraue Nature Reserve – Blue Bridge over the Rur loop from Ratheim

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North Rhine-Westphalia

Rur River in the Obere Ruraue Nature Reserve – Blue Bridge over the Rur loop from Ratheim

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Rur River in the Obere Ruraue Nature Reserve – Blue Bridge over the Rur loop from Ratheim

01:00

15.1km

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 23, 2026

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Naturpark Schwalm-Nette

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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3.76 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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2

3.80 km

North Gate of the Grünmetropole on the Rur Cycle Path

Highlight • Monument

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

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3

4.86 km

Rur River in the Obere Ruraue Nature Reserve

Highlight • River

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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5.82 km

Rur near Hilfarth

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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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5

6.49 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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6

6.86 km

Rur at Kuhweide

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

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7

7.63 km

Blue Bridge over the Rur

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Coming from Hückelhoven/Doveren, the bridge is very useful to get to the left bank of the Rus

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8

9.74 km

Baal–Ratheim Cycle Path (Former Railway Line)

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When first completed, this will be a wonderful connection between Baal and Ratheim

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15.1 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.18 km

2.95 km

2.49 km

2.06 km

317 m

138 m

Surfaces

7.81 km

3.20 km

3.02 km

575 m

282 m

121 m

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