New Vennbahn Bridge – Bleialf Tunnel loop from Thommen

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New Vennbahn Bridge – Bleialf Tunnel loop from Thommen

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New Vennbahn Bridge – Bleialf Tunnel loop from Thommen

02:42

44.8km

370m

Cycling

Moderate bike 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: August 22, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Parc naturel des Hautes-Fagnes – Eifel

Naturpark Hohes Venn-Eifel

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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7.07 km

View of Burg Reuland

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The castle of Burg-Reuland is one of the most beautiful and largest castle ruins in the Ardennes. It was built in the 12th century and was a huge complex until …

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10.4 km

New Vennbahn Bridge

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Yes, this bridge and this path must be relatively new, just keep going straight.

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12.8 km

Ruins of the Old Vennbahn Bridge near Hemmeres

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In winter 2020/21 the bridge was unfortunately sheathed with wire mesh to protect hikers from falling rocks. that makes her less pretty.

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15.1 km

Steinebrück — Germany–Belgium border crossing

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Steinebrück is a place that has been divided in two by the Our and the German-Belgian border since the end of the First World War. Until the completion of the …

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22.6 km

Bleialf Tunnel

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The Bleialfer Tunnel is a 400 meter long, disused railway tunnel of the Westeifelbahn. It is illuminated, but closed from November to March. During this time it serves as winter …

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29.1 km

Our Bridge between the countries

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The bridge over the Our forms the border between Belgium and Germany. There is also a break area on each side.

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30.9 km

Our Valley

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The Our valley, by far my most impressive cycling experience so far

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39.4 km

Vennbahn Rail Trail

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From Aachen to Troisvierges or vice versa, the Vennbahn is always a relaxing experience. The minimal slope and the fully asphalted cycle path ensure the highest driving comfort. The Vennbahn …

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44.8 km

End point

Bus stop

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