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Scenic Gravel Ride through Baesweiler to Broichweiden


A gravel cycling route starting from Wuerselen

Experience the charming towns and picturesque landscapes on this gravel route in Baesweiler to Broichweiden

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This scenic gravel ride takes you through the towns of Baesweiler, Tetz, Jülich, and Broichweiden, offering beautiful views and a mix of urban and rural landscapes. With a moderate ascent of 354 meters and a distance of 57 kilometers, this route is suitable for intermediate level cyclists. The highlights along the route include Baesweiler, famous for its historical buildings, Tetz, known for its tranquil atmosphere, Jülich with its impressive fortress, the Aussichtsplattform Tagebau Inden viewing platform overlooking the Tagebau Inden open-pit mine, the stunning Kalvarienberg mountain, and Broichweiden with its charming setting.

gravel
57 km
354 m
Tough
Route profile

Highlights on the route

Start: Würselen City center
Würselen: Explore urban and rural cycling routes around Würselen, Germany.
Würselen is a town located in the Köln region of Germany. From a cyclist's perspective, Würselen offers a mix of urban and rural cycling routes. The town itself is bike-friendly with dedicated cycle lanes and paths. However, the roads can be busy at times, especially closer to the city center. One notable cycling spot in the area is the Kornelimünster Abbey, which is known for its beautiful scenery. Overall, Würselen is a suitable locality for road cycling, but may not offer many challenging climbs.
BaesweilerTown
Baesweiler is known for its well-preserved historic city center, featuring charming half-timbered houses and the beautiful Burg Baesweiler.
TetzVillage
Tetz is a peaceful village surrounded by fields and meadows, perfect for a relaxing break during the ride.
JülichTown
Jülich is home to a magnificent fortress, one of the best-preserved fortifications from the Renaissance period in Germany.
Aussichtsplattform Tagebau IndenViewpoint
The Aussichtsplattform Tagebau Inden offers breathtaking views of the Tagebau Inden open-pit mine, one of the largest human-made holes on Earth.
Kalvarienberg145 mPeak
The Kalvarienberg is a scenic mountain that provides panoramic views of the surrounding countryside and is a perfect spot for a picnic.
BroichweidenSub-urb
Broichweiden is a picturesque village with charming streets and historic buildings, offering a peaceful atmosphere.
Finish: Würselen City center
Würselen: Explore urban and rural cycling routes around Würselen, Germany.

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