Virneburg Castle Ruins – Jodokus Spring loop from Nitz

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Virneburg Castle Ruins – Jodokus Spring loop from Nitz

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Virneburg Castle Ruins – Jodokus Spring loop from Nitz

01:38

22.5km

260m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: August 7, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Natur- und Geopark Vulkaneifel

Rhein-Ahr-Eifel

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5.54 km

Virneburg Castle Ruins

Highlight • Castle

The ruins of Virneburg Castle stand on a slate hill at an altitude of around 430 metres. The Nitzbach stream flows around it. It is best to park at the …

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8.86 km

Nitztal Valley Trail

Highlight • Trail

The wild and romantic Nitztal is a side valley of the Nette. The valley runs from Bürresheim Castle through the village of Nitztal towards St. Johann.

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9.46 km

St. Jost Pilgrimage Chapel (Wallfahrtskapelle St. Jost)

Highlight • Religious Site

Definitely worth seeing! Located just a five-minute walk from the Wanderather dream path.

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9.96 km

Jodokus Spring

Highlight • Natural Monument

Originally framed spring that lies on the Jodokus pilgrimage route or the Wanderather dream path. In the past, a spring was always a place of refreshment and rest, often sung …

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10.6 km

Black Madonna Grotto

Highlight • Cave

A very romantic place of worship where you can let your thoughts wander. With a lovely rest area to linger.

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12.4 km

St. Hubertus Chapel, Acht

Highlight • Religious Site

The chapel has been lovingly restored in recent years. It is located a few minutes' walk from the Jodokusweg trail in the center of Acht and houses an ornate altar …

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