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Rhein-Erft-Kreis

Bergheim

Bedburg Castle – North bank of the Peringsmaar loop from Glesch

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Germany

North Rhine-Westphalia

Rhein-Erft-Kreis

Bergheim

Bedburg Castle – North bank of the Peringsmaar loop from Glesch

Moderate

4.4

(51)

166

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Bedburg Castle – North bank of the Peringsmaar loop from Glesch

02:46

10.9km

30m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 30, 2026

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Naturpark Rheinland

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Start point

Train Station

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1.73 km

Footbridge over the Erft

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One of the many ways to cross the Erft in order to plan your individual bike tour.

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4.05 km

Mühlenerft at Bedburg Castle

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The Bedburger Mill is located opposite Bedburg Castle. It was first mentioned in a document in 1291. The buildings that exist today, however, probably date from the mid-19th century.
After …

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4.78 km

History, Children and Water Fountain, Bedburg Market Square

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Snug, cozy market place, which invites you to linger in summer.

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4.88 km

St. Lambertus Church, Bedburg

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The church is located on a small square with cafes, restaurants, a bookcase. It can be viewed through a grid, where it is possible to obtain information directly on a screen.

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5.20 km

Bedburg Castle

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In the 16th century, Count Werner von Salm-Reifferscheid had the castle rebuilt in the Renaissance style. In 1839, the Rhenish Knighthood acquired the property and used it as a knights' …

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7.51 km

The Peringsmaar, located between Glesch and Blerichen, is an artificial lake situated on the reclaimed land of the former Fortuna-Garsdorf open-cast mine. The lake covers approximately 20 hectares and reaches …

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8.54 km

View of the Peringsmaar

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Before you lies the open expanse of the Peringmaar. The wind creates small ripples in the water, clouds are reflected on its surface, and trees and meadows line its shores. A trip here is worthwhile at any time of year.

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8.97 km

Bench with View of Wildflower Meadow, Naturpark Rheinland

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You have a great view from the bench when you take a break.

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10.9 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.77 km

1.97 km

843 m

160 m

137 m

Surfaces

2.67 km

2.43 km

2.00 km

1.68 km

1.43 km

657 m

Elevation

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Weather

Today

Thursday 13 August

36°C

17°C

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Comments

September 8, 2023,Bedburg - Erft und Peringsmaar

Many thanks to @RolfD for the template for this little after-work tour.

You can find more hikes in the Rhein-Erft district in my collection:
komoot.de/collection/1713400/-rhein-erft-kreis

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July 4, 2023,Bedburg - Erft und Peringsmaar

Today it finally worked out to do a tour with my friend and longtime work colleague Olaf, who is now retired. I picked him up in Neuss and drove to Bedburg. This tour comes largely from @🚶‍♀️Irma 🥾 . Thanks for that.
Start parking lot on the L213 behind the former sewage ponds near Bedburg. Directly on a narrow path …

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December 27, 2024,Schloss Bedburg 🕍 Peringsmaar

After a lot of eating and sitting, it felt good to go for a run again today 😄
And in the most beautiful winter weather 🌞👍

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June 2, 2024,Glesch Peringsmaar bis Schloss Bedburg und zurück

Beautiful, varied tour with a good ice cream parlor at the turning point
(near Bedburg Castle at the large parking lot)

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November 10, 2023,Zum Peringsmaar und Einkehr im Café Walmarie👍😋

Anyone staying in Bedburg should treat themselves to a visit to Café Walmarie. The homemade cakes are delicious, as is the latte macchiato😀👍

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October 7, 2023,Vom Peringsmaar entlang der Erft zum Schloss Bedburg

Today we went to Bedburg Castle. A beautiful castle, unfortunately the gardeners were there today of all days and cut and mowed everything, and the background noise was accordingly. We parked at the hiking car park on the Peringsmaar.

You can also find other palaces and castles in my collection:
"Palaces and castles in 🇩🇪"
komoot.de/collection/1948216/-schloesser-und-burgen-in

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December 28, 2024,Schöner Spaziergang mit treuen Begleiter 🐕

Beautiful weather ☀️ and a super nice little hike with a loyal companion 🐕✌🏻

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Bedburg Castle – North bank of the Peringsmaar loop from Glesch

Footbridge over the Erft

Mühlenerft at Bedburg Castle

History, Children and Water Fountain, Bedburg Market Square

St. Lambertus Church, Bedburg

Bedburg Castle

North bank of the Peringsmaar

View of the Peringsmaar

Bench with View of Wildflower Meadow, Naturpark Rheinland

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