Bechen-Altenberg Loop
16.7miLength
2,178ftElevation gain
Loop
Beautiful bike tour in the Bergisches Land near Kürten, North Rhine-Westphalia
Absolute cycling pleasure is guaranteed on this route. This route runs along the beautiful Dhünntalsperre and in the valley of the river and also passes the Odenthal nature reserve.
Highlights:
- Big Dhüntalsperre
- Odenthal nature reserve
- beautiful Dhünntal
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Top sights
Dhünn
River
Brunnenhaus
Building
Altenberg Abbey
Church
Max und Moritz
Attraction
Klostergarten
Garden
Große Dhünntalsperre
Reservoir
Burg Berge
Archaeological site
Ruine Staudamm
Dam
Zulaufbecken Auf dem Örtgen
Reservoir
Parkplatz Märchenwald Altenberg
Caravan site
Vorbecken Hohemühle
Reservoir
Drehorgelspieler
Attraction
Caravaning-Club "Nordrhein" e.V
Campsite
Hoheberg
Peak
Zulaufbecken Großeheide
Reservoir
Das tapfere Schneiderlein
Attraction
Hänsel und Gretel
Attraction
Aschenputtel
Attraction
Rotkäppchen
Attraction
Gänsemagd
Attraction
Brüderchen und Schwesterchen
Attraction
Schafe
Attraction
Dornröschen
Attraction
Die Sieben Geißlein
Attraction
Schneeweißchen und Rosenrot
Attraction
7 Raben
Attraction
Froschkönig
Attraction
Die Bremer Stadtmusikanten
Attraction
Wasserturm
Attraction
Zulaufbecken Eichholz
Reservoir
Zulaufbecken Breibacher Berg
Reservoir
Top sights
Dhünn
River
Brunnenhaus
Building
Altenberg Abbey
Church
Max und Moritz
Attraction
Klostergarten
Garden
Große Dhünntalsperre
Reservoir
Burg Berge
Archaeological site
Ruine Staudamm
Dam
Zulaufbecken Auf dem Örtgen
Reservoir
Parkplatz Märchenwald Altenberg
Caravan site
Vorbecken Hohemühle
Reservoir
Drehorgelspieler
Attraction
Caravaning-Club "Nordrhein" e.V
Campsite
Hoheberg
Peak
Zulaufbecken Großeheide
Reservoir
Das tapfere Schneiderlein
Attraction
Hänsel und Gretel
Attraction
Aschenputtel
Attraction
Rotkäppchen
Attraction
Gänsemagd
Attraction
Brüderchen und Schwesterchen
Attraction
Schafe
Attraction
Dornröschen
Attraction
Die Sieben Geißlein
Attraction
Schneeweißchen und Rosenrot
Attraction
7 Raben
Attraction
Froschkönig
Attraction
Die Bremer Stadtmusikanten
Attraction
Wasserturm
Attraction
Zulaufbecken Eichholz
Reservoir
Zulaufbecken Breibacher Berg
Reservoir
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Check out this 16.7-mile loop trail near Kürten, North Rhine-Westphalia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route. This is a popular trail for camping and bike touring, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day.
What is the expected weather this week for Bechen-Altenberg Loop?
Expected weather for Bechen-Altenberg Loop for the next 5 days is:
- Tue, September 22 - 65 degrees/clear
- Wed, September 23 - 60 degrees/clear
- Thu, September 24 - 65 degrees/clear
- Fri, September 25 - 68 degrees/clear
- Sat, September 26 - 73 degrees/clear
Where is Bechen-Altenberg Loop located?
Bechen-Altenberg Loop is a trail located in Bergisches Land Nature Park.
Are dogs allowed on Bechen-Altenberg Loop?
Dogs may be allowed on Bechen-Altenberg Loop. Be sure to check regulations before heading out.
Are there rivers at Bechen-Altenberg Loop?
Yes, Bechen-Altenberg Loop is near Dhünn.
Is camping allowed at Bechen-Altenberg Loop?
Camping is allowed on Bechen-Altenberg Loop in Bergisches Land Nature Park. Camping accommodations vary, and can include campsites, dispersed camping, huts, or in-town accommodations. You should always double check if a permit is required.
Is Bechen-Altenberg Loop paved?
Yes, according to trailgoers, Bechen-Altenberg Loop is partially paved.
Are there forests at Bechen-Altenberg Loop?
Yes, Bechen-Altenberg Loop is a forest trail in Bergisches Land Nature Park.
Are there wildflowers at Bechen-Altenberg Loop?
Yes, trailgoers have reported a variety of wildflower types on Bechen-Altenberg Loop, though the specific types can vary from month to month.
Last updated on September 21, 2026 at 11:38 pm GMT+0