Perlenbach Dam – Perlenbach Dam loop from Monschau
Perlenbach Dam – Perlenbach Dam loop from Monschau
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Perlenbach Dam – Perlenbach Dam loop from Monschau
01:47
6.40km
120m
Hiking
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.
Last updated: May 8, 2026
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Waypoints
Start point
Bus stop
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491 m
Root-Covered Forest Trail in Naturpark Hohes Venn-Eifel
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1.35 km
Perlenbach Dam
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The Perlenbachtalsperre is located near Monschau in the Aachen region in North Rhine-Westphalia. On the west side of the lake is the federal highway 399, while on the east side of a hiking trail from the dam to the Höfener mill runs. The building dams the Perlenbach and serves the drinking water supply as well as the power generation by hydropower. The dam was completed in 1956 and is operated by the Wasserversorgungszweckverband Perlenbach.
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2.28 km
View of the Perlenbach Reservoir from the relaxation benches
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2.28 km
Viewpoint With Benches Overlooking the Lake
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2.38 km
Perlenbach Dam
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3.02 km
Forest path above the Perlenbach Reservoir
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3.73 km
National Park Gate Höfen
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6.40 km
End point
Bus stop
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
4.04 km
1.44 km
442 m
378 m
< 100 m
< 100 m
Surfaces
3.56 km
1.57 km
851 m
258 m
< 100 m
< 100 m
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Elevation
Highest point (550 m)
Lowest point (450 m)
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