Rursee Obersee is a region in the Eifel National Park, characterized by its unique natural scenery, untouched nature, and hilly surroundings. The large lakes—Rursee, Obersee, and Urftsee—are prominent features, shaping the landscape and providing a serene environment for outdoor activities. This area offers diverse opportunities for several sports like touring cycling, hiking, mountain biking, gravel biking, and more.
The Rursee Obersee region provides more than 50 routes across several sports like touring cycling, hiking,…
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4.8
(1179)
4,104
hikers
16.8km
04:38
290m
290m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(87)
365
hikers
9.88km
02:58
320m
320m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

3.7
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33
hikers
13.9km
03:55
280m
280m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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611
hikers
21.6km
06:35
710m
710m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
(1274)
4,909
riders
26.1km
02:01
360m
360m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
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405
riders
47.3km
03:25
580m
580m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
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434
riders
50.6km
03:31
610m
610m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(1147)
4,410
riders
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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5
riders
26.8km
02:35
510m
510m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(40)
256
riders
25.1km
01:31
360m
360m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
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78
riders
44.3km
02:34
510m
510m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
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27
riders
53.1km
03:46
720m
720m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.1
(7)
479
runners
43.4km
04:46
680m
680m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.7
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109
runners
5.09km
00:33
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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runners
14.1km
01:40
320m
320m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
runners
31.9km
03:54
1,000m
1,000m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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4.8
(87)
256
riders
48.0km
03:39
730m
730m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.9
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246
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.7
(605)
1,761
riders
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.9
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209
riders
33.4km
02:25
330m
330m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.7
(6)
86
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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42
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

31
riders
80.5km
03:50
1,050m
1,050m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
(12)
63
riders
38.6km
02:00
660m
660m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.7
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18
hikers
19.8km
05:58
610m
610m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.0
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2
hikers
4.16km
01:13
110m
110m
Easy mountaineering route. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
hikers
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
hikers
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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The Rursee Obersee region offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Touring cycling, Hiking, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. Jogging, Road cycling, and Mountaineering are also available. The area features more than 50 routes across these sports.
Rursee Obersee provides routes for touring cycling, mountain biking, and gravel biking. A popular circular tour around the Rursee is approximately 17 miles (27 kilometers), which can be extended to 26 miles (42 kilometers) by including the Obersee and Urftsee. Specific guides like Cycling around Rursee Obersee offer detailed information.
Yes, the Rursee Obersee region offers mountain biking trails. The terrain includes varied landscapes suitable for MTB. Users can find specific routes and information in the MTB Trails around Rursee Obersee guide.
Gravel biking is a popular activity in Rursee Obersee, utilizing the region's diverse terrain. Routes like "Gravel with a View" highlight the scenic beauty. More information can be found in the Gravel biking around Rursee Obersee guide.
Hikers can explore classic shoreline walks or more challenging routes along wooded heights offering views over the lakes. The region is part of the Eifel National Park. Guides such as Hiking around Rursee Obersee provide detailed options.
Yes, Rursee Obersee offers family-friendly options for both hiking and cycling. These routes are generally less challenging and suitable for all ages. The guide Family-friendly hikes around Rursee Obersee provides specific recommendations.
The region includes trails suitable for walking with dogs. Visitors can find specific routes and considerations for pets. The Dog-friendly hikes around Rursee Obersee guide offers relevant information.
The region is defined by the Rursee, Obersee, and Urftsee lakes, and its location within the Eifel National Park. Hilly surroundings and wooded areas provide numerous panoramic viewpoints. The interplay of water, woods, and hills creates consistently impressive views.
Rursee Obersee is a popular destination, with more than 860,000 visitors sharing their experiences on komoot. The routes in the region have an average rating of 4.57 out of 5 stars. There are over 215,000 ratings for the available routes.
Komoot offers several guides for the Rursee Obersee region, covering various activities. These include Cycling around Rursee Obersee, Hiking around Rursee Obersee, and Traffic-free bike rides around Rursee Obersee. Guides for family-friendly hikes, dog-friendly hikes, MTB trails, easy hikes, gravel biking, and running trails are also available.
Yes, the Rursee Obersee region offers options for traffic-free cycling. These routes provide a safer and more relaxed experience away from vehicular traffic. The guide Traffic-free bike rides around Rursee Obersee details specific routes.
Easy hiking trails are available in the Rursee Obersee region, suitable for beginners or those seeking a less strenuous experience. These routes often follow the lake shorelines. The guide Easy hikes around Rursee Obersee provides specific recommendations for such trails.
For tourism inquiries regarding the Rursee Obersee region, the official website is www.rureifel-tourismus.de. The Rursee-Touristik GmbH can be reached by phone at +49 2473 55205 0.

