Donkey Monument in Bechen – Maternus Chapel loop from Bechen

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Germany

North Rhine-Westphalia

Bergisches Land

Rheinisch-Bergischer Kreis

Kürten

Donkey Monument in Bechen – Maternus Chapel loop from Bechen

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Donkey Monument in Bechen – Maternus Chapel loop from Bechen

00:56

8.99km

50m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 16, 2026

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736 m

Donkey Monument in Bechen

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This donkey was built in 1983 by sculptor Heide Dobberkal as a symbol of Bechen.

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2.91 km

a colorful distribution box

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This distribution box was really beautifully painted and designed 👍

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3.03 km

Schanze

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Kürten-Schanze takes its name from a historical fortification that was once part of the Landwehr in Herweg – the word “Schanze” refers precisely to this fortification and reflects a long, …

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4.63 km

Eikamp Church

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An idyllic mountain village near Bergisch Gladbach 😉

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5.63 km

This stone wayside cross dates back to a time when there was no GPS, and everyone traveled on foot or by carriage. They were important for orientation and were therefore often erected on major traffic routes.

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7.45 km

Historic Barn Bechen

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Around 1871 there were 15 houses and 107 inhabitants here in Bechen. This barn was built in 1901. So it must have witnessed the beginnings of Bechen 👍

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7.47 km

Maternus Chapel

Highlight • Religious Site

Chapels and crossroads as places of quiet piety ... that's what characterizes the region around Kürten. Reason enough to turn our attention to these small but fine features that are …

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