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North Rhine-Westphalia
Bergisches Land
Rheinisch-Bergischer Kreis
Rösrath

Königsforst – Sülztalbahn Rail Trail loop from Hoffnungsthal

Routes
Germany
North Rhine-Westphalia
Bergisches Land
Rheinisch-Bergischer Kreis
Rösrath

Königsforst – Sülztalbahn Rail Trail loop from Hoffnungsthal

Moderate

5.0

(1)

6

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Königsforst – Sülztalbahn Rail Trail loop from Hoffnungsthal

01:05

16.7km

180m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel ride. 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 24, 2026

Tips

Includes a very steep uphill segment

You may need to push your bike.

After 2.85 km for 67 m

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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1

2.85 km

View of Unterauel, meadows, and valley

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Beautiful path that leads past idyllic meadows and allows a beautiful view.

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2

3.91 km

The Tütberg is with 212 m the highest elevation in the king forest. It is located on the southeastern edge of Bockenberg near Untereschbach. About 500 meters from Tütberg is …

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3

4.57 km

Sturmberg Hut

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Excellent for a little rest, before the last climb to Tütberg.

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4

8.03 km

The Rösrath-Bensberg connecting route is a busy one. Depending on the time of day, there are many walkers, dog walkers, cyclists, racing cyclists, and e-bike riders. It could be wider and have a better surface.

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5

8.36 km

Königsforst

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Super forest landscape, worth a detour.

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6

9.97 km

Very pleasant gravel route, rides great!

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7

11.4 km

Sülztalbahn Rail Trail

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The ground is really a bit bumpy (because of protruding stones), but you should drive calmly here.

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8

15.0 km

Volberg Protestant Church

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The most beautiful corner of hope valley with the old church Volberg, the rectory and the restaurant Bagatelle. Unfortunately only open on workdays in the afternoon but definitely worth a visit.

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16.7 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.6 km

4.48 km

1.30 km

372 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

7.49 km

4.69 km

3.48 km

925 m

175 m

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Highest point (210 m)

Lowest point (80 m)

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