Heimbach Reservoir – Heimbach Dam loop from Heimbach
Heimbach Reservoir – Heimbach Dam loop from Heimbach
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Heimbach Reservoir – Heimbach Dam loop from Heimbach
01:11
4.41km
60m
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: August 8, 2026
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Waypoints
Start point
Bus stop
1.20 km
Heimbach Reservoir
Highlight • Lake
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1.22 km
Rursee Lakeshore View
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1.72 km
View of the Schwammenauel Dam (Rur Reservoir)
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The Rurtalsperre Schwammenauel with a capacity of 205 million cubic meters is one of the largest dams in Germany. The 480 meter long dam consists of a layer of …
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1.78 km
Rursee Dam
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1.83 km
Heimbach Dam
Highlight • Monument
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1.95 km
Heimbach Hydropower Plant
Highlight • Monument
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2.03 km
View of the Lower Schwammenauel Dam and its outlet structures
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3.21 km
Heimbach Art Nouveau Hydroelectric Power Station
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4.41 km
End point
Bus stop
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
3.00 km
959 m
420 m
< 100 m
Surfaces
3.20 km
575 m
420 m
193 m
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