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Germany

North Rhine-Westphalia

Bergisches Land

Rheinisch-Bergischer Kreis

Leichlingen (Rhld.)

Altenberg Cathedral – View of Altenberg Cathedral loop from Witzhelden

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Germany

North Rhine-Westphalia

Bergisches Land

Rheinisch-Bergischer Kreis

Leichlingen (Rhld.)

Altenberg Cathedral – View of Altenberg Cathedral loop from Witzhelden

Hard

4.8

(37)

161

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Altenberg Cathedral – View of Altenberg Cathedral loop from Witzhelden

03:53

62.7km

630m

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: March 26, 2026

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Naturpark Bergisches Land

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10.9 km

Altenberg Cathedral

Highlight • Religious Site

Altenberg Cathedral is a central rest stop and landmark in the Dhünn Valley and one of the most beautiful Gothic churches in Germany. Inside, the 144-square-meter west window is well …

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11.3 km

View of Altenberg Cathedral

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Surrounded by green meadows and forests, an imposing Christian building sits enthroned on the western edge of the Bergisches Land: the Altenberg Cathedral, also known as the Bergischer Dom, has …

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12.9 km

Dhünnaue

Nature Reserve

36.5 km

Wippertalbahn section Hückeswagen <> Wipperfürth

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At the point you can see a lot of the previous track usage. There are many details and tracks have been preserved. Also the staircase to the no evidence of …

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39.3 km

Wupperaue bei Westenbrücke

Nature Reserve

41.6 km

Wupper River

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One of the lifelines of the Bergisches Land

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43.2 km

View of the Wuppertalsperre near Karquelle

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The Bergische Panorama cycle path goes past it, but be careful, the Wuppertal dam is VERY large. It's not really worth making a detour from here. Either enjoy the view …

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43.3 km

Wuppertalbahn Rail Trail Near Karquelle

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A beautiful bike path 🤙

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47.9 km

View of the Cycle Path (Former Wippertal Railway)

Highlight • Cycleway

49.8 km

Cycling on the former railway line through the hilly landscape is possible without much effort and therefore also suitable for families. Tunnels, bridges and viaducts still shape the landscape today and make cycling a special experience.

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62.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

38.9 km

13.3 km

4.87 km

4.49 km

599 m

517 m

Surfaces

56.1 km

5.13 km

742 m

664 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (340 m)

Lowest point (90 m)

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Tuesday 26 May

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Altenberg Cathedral – View of Altenberg Cathedral loop from Witzhelden

Altenberg Cathedral

View of Altenberg Cathedral

Wippertalbahn section Hückeswagen <> Wipperfürth

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