Schluchter Heide is a region in Germany, forming a significant part of the Bergische Heideterrasse. This area, situated between Cologne-Dellbrück and Bergisch Gladbach, features a largely forested landscape with diverse natural characteristics. It encompasses nature reserves such as Gierather Wald and Strunde-Aue, along with remnants of the Frankenforst, offering varied terrain for outdoor pursuits. The region is suitable for several sports like touring cycling, hiking, road cycling, jogging, and more.
Schluchter Heide provides a…
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4.6
(443)
1,485
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36.0km
02:16
120m
120m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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304
riders
37.0km
02:30
390m
390m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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200
riders
26.8km
01:39
90m
90m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
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235
riders
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.7
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836
hikers
18.7km
05:02
230m
230m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5.08km
01:18
20m
20m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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127
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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132
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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733
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111km
05:32
1,360m
1,360m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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234
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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585
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73.2km
03:23
740m
740m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.0
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75
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44.4km
02:14
370m
370m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.5
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177
runners
5.73km
00:38
10m
10m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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166
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5.89km
00:39
10m
10m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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123
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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106
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
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83
riders
51.2km
04:07
880m
880m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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35
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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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40
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44.6km
03:25
600m
600m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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36
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30.3km
01:59
140m
140m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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27
riders
41.3km
03:04
630m
630m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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27
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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42
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47.3km
03:20
660m
660m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.0
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15
riders
47.0km
03:23
740m
740m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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1
hikers
9.97km
02:40
120m
120m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
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7.04km
01:56
110m
110m
Easy mountaineering route. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
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Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Schluchter Heide offers a range of outdoor activities including Touring cycling, Hiking, Road cycling, Jogging, Mountain biking, Gravel biking, and Mountaineering. The region features 23 routes across these sports, providing diverse options for outdoor enthusiasts.
Schluchter Heide provides 9 touring cycling routes. For an overview of options, refer to the komoot guide Cycling around Schluchter Heide. There are also guides specifically for Traffic-free bike rides around Schluchter Heide.
Schluchter Heide features 12 hiking routes, traversing diverse landscapes such as the Gierather Wald nature reserve and Strunde-Aue. A comprehensive resource for hiking options is the komoot guide Hiking around Schluchter Heide. Specific guides for Easy hikes are also available.
Road cycling routes are available within Schluchter Heide, utilizing existing forest roads and paths. Cyclists can find suitable options by consulting the komoot guide Road Cycling Routes around Schluchter Heide. The broader Bergische Heideterrasse also offers leisurely circular rides.
Schluchter Heide offers trails suitable for mountain biking. Enthusiasts can explore routes designed for MTB by checking the komoot guide MTB Trails around Schluchter Heide. The varied terrain provides different levels of challenge.
Schluchter Heide is suitable for jogging and trail running, with 2 dedicated jogging routes available. The natural environment and network of paths provide varied terrain for runners. The komoot guide Running Trails around Schluchter Heide offers specific options.
The region is characterized by diverse natural features, including the Gierather Wald nature reserve, remnants of the Frankenforst, and the Strunde-Aue. Visitors can observe near-natural riparian and swamp forests, as well as meadows that host endangered species. In late summer, the heathlands display vibrant purple heather blossoms.
Schluchter Heide offers routes suitable for various skill levels, including options that can be considered family-friendly. For hiking, the komoot guide Easy hikes around Schluchter Heide provides accessible choices. Traffic-free cycling routes are also available.
Schluchter Heide offers dog-friendly options for outdoor activities. Hikers can find suitable routes by consulting the komoot guide Dog-friendly hikes around Schluchter Heide. It is advisable to keep dogs on a leash in nature reserves.
Schluchter Heide is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 900,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The 23 available routes have an average rating of 4.47 out of 5 stars, based on over 179,000 ratings.
Komoot offers several guides for Schluchter Heide, covering various sports and interests. These include Hiking around Schluchter Heide, Cycling around Schluchter Heide, MTB Trails around Schluchter Heide, and Dog-friendly hikes.
The official website for Schluchter Heide is schluchter-heide.net, operated by the Bündnis Heideterrasse e.V. For direct contact, the phone number for Bündnis Heideterrasse e.V. is 02205.9477803.
Schluchter Heide provides suitable terrain for gravel biking. The komoot guide Gravel biking around Schluchter Heide offers specific routes and information for this activity. The region's diverse paths and forest roads cater to gravel cyclists.

