Schwalbe Bicycle Park: Tour de Reichshof

At over 50 km in length, this tour is the most challenging route offered by the health resort of Reichshof. It almost completely encircles the Reichshof holiday region and, with over 1000 meters of elevation gain, presents an interesting challenge even for road cyclists. The circular tour begins at the gas station in Wildbergerhütte. From there, it leads through charming natural landscapes and idyllic villages. After leaving Tillkausen behind, you'll reach a fantastic viewpoint at the Blockhaus (log cabin). On clear days, you can enjoy a panoramic view from here as far as the Siebengebirge hills, and sometimes even to the Eifel region (approx. 130 km away). Further along the route, you'll pass through the village of Hecke. Nearby, in Branscheid, is a juniper conservation area. Information about juniper is available at the Reichshof Tourist Information Office. The route continues past Schmittseifen, Ersbach, Schönenbach, and Heikhausen. Once you reach Löffelsterz, it's not far back to your starting point. From here you can see the nearby Wiehl Dam. This is one of many drinking water reservoirs in the Bergisches Land region. The Aggerverband (Agger Association) collects rainwater in the Wiehl and Genkel Dams and treats it to produce drinking water. Continue on to Sterzenbach. Your destination is now within easy reach.