Cycling through the Bergisches Land

In the online shop you will find numerous maps and books with information on the cycle routes in the region. 

The nationwide cycling network NRW It has a total length of approximately 18.000 km It is built and comprises around 100.000 signs. The cycling network connects all cities and municipalities in the country. NRW with uniform signage for cyclists (red and white signs). The town centers and train stations are linked by the shortest and most direct routes possible. This network primarily serves daily needs. e.g. for commuting to work or shopping. It also takes into account the needs of recreational cycling by supplementing this network with high-quality, supra-regional tourist routes (logo inserts).

damage report

You can maintain the cycle network NRW Actively support this. Every post displaying a signpost from the state road network bears a sticker with a toll-free telephone number. This is the hotline of the state road construction authority. NRW You can report damage or missing signs. Each post is marked with a unique post number, so no location information is required.

Long route planning and cumbersome searches for the right path are a thing of the past: The junction network system makes it easy to plan cycling tours according to your own preferences. The routes along the approximately 350 red-and-white marked junctions in the Rhineland cycling region offer both expansive natural landscapes and magnificent panoramas as well as urban flair and cultural diversity. The uniform system across the entire region makes navigation easy. The routes mostly follow roads and are not ideally suited for families with children. 

Junction system - what is it?

The junction system of the Rhineland cycling region enables access to over 3.000 routes. km Route network with maximum flexibility: The NRWThe standard red and white signage system has been supplemented by a honeycomb-like junction system. Where routes within this honeycomb system intersect, a "junction" is located, marked with a number in a red border. At this point, an overview panel shows which route leads to the next junction. The junction numbers are also displayed as inserts below the destination signs.

How it works - Cycling by numbers

The idea of ​​nodes originates from the BeneluxIt is used in various countries and has been tried and tested and popular there for many years. No wonder, because it makes cycling tours possible without much preparation: simply plan the route using the map, note the numbers of the corresponding junctions and you're ready to go!
Along the way, the trail markers are clearly visible on signposts and information boards. The next junctions to reach are also indicated at each junction. This makes navigation easy, and even spontaneous changes during the tour are no problem! Whether you want to extend or shorten your tour, or visit a different attraction – you can flexibly replan your route as needed.

To maintain the quality of the signage and thus ensure sustainable visitor management that is compatible with the landscape and tourism, the Bergisches Land Nature Park Association has established a central trail management system. If you encounter a missing marker, a fallen tree, or a damaged information panel along your route, please contact us. or similar If you notice any limitations, please feel free to inform us – or any other suggestions or complaints regarding the cycle paths in the Bergisches Land region. We are always grateful for feedback indicating areas for improvement, as this is the only way to maintain the high quality we have achieved!

Zweckverband Naturpark Bergisches Land
route management
Moltkestraße 26
51643 Gummersbach
Phone: +49(0)2261 / 91631-00
Email: path management[a]naturpark-bl.de