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North Rhine-Westphalia
Regierungsbezirk Düsseldorf

Brachter Wald Nature Reserve – Elmpter Swalmbruch Marshes loop from Born

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Germany
North Rhine-Westphalia
Regierungsbezirk Düsseldorf

Brachter Wald Nature Reserve – Elmpter Swalmbruch Marshes loop from Born

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4.8

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397

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Brachter Wald Nature Reserve – Elmpter Swalmbruch Marshes loop from Born

01:44

27.7km

70m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 18, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Naturpark Schwalm-Nette

Swalmdal

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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4.94 km

Brachter Wald Nature Reserve

Highlight • Forest

The paths in the former ammunition depot of the British Armed Forces are now in very good condition for all types of bicycles. The surrounding nature is characterized by forest and heathland. A visit is always worthwhile.

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17.0 km

Schwalm River

Highlight • River

It is always beautiful at the Shwalm and the nature is unique.

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18.5 km

Pond in the Schwalmbruch Nature Reserve

Highlight • Lake

Wonderful water in the Elmpter Schwalmbruch and different views of nature and wildlife in every season.

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19.1 km

Elmpter Schwalmbruch

Nature Reserve

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19.3 km

Elmpter Schwalmbruch Nature Reserve

Highlight • Forest

Not only the beauty of nature, but also the tranquility that reigns here, wonderful.

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20.5 km

Lake Venekoten

Highlight • Lake

The bike path between Venekotensee and Schwalm is perhaps the more attractive one, but on the other hand it is no less beautiful.

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21.1 km

Lake Venekotensee

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Nice calm lake.

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8

21.3 km

Cycle Path Along the Schwalm

Highlight • Cycleway

The cycle paths between Brüggen and the border are just wonderful and no matter where you ride.

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9

23.4 km

Wooden Suspension Bridge Over the Schwalm

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Well maintained and scenic hiking trails along the Schwalm

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27.7 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

19.7 km

4.99 km

2.20 km

551 m

169 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

11.8 km

10.9 km

2.42 km

2.40 km

171 m

< 100 m

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Friday 23 October

13°C

7°C

61 %

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There’s a fairly high chance of rain. Consider packing a waterproof jacket.

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Comments

July 11, 2024,NSG Elmpter Schwalmbruch – Radweg an der Schwalm Runde von Dilkrath
Very nice, cross-border bike tour with great, varied paths, beautiful views and plenty of opportunities to stop for a break. Highly recommended!

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March 20, 2022,Brüggen ins Depot und drumherum 🚲🚲🚲
today with a rental bike. Haibike Full 9. Thank you for this tour on your doorstep. I still don't have a rear carrier for my little speedster. Therefore very grateful for this loan...

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