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North Rhine-Westphalia

Olef Reservoir – View of the Olef Reservoir loop from Blumenthal

Mountain biking trails

North Rhine-Westphalia

Olef Reservoir – View of the Olef Reservoir loop from Blumenthal

Moderate

4.7

(154)

158

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Olef Reservoir – View of the Olef Reservoir loop from Blumenthal

02:14

30.2km

380m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 30, 2026

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Naturpark Hohes Venn-Eifel

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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2.89 km

Viewpoint

Viewpoint

2

4.97 km

Olef Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

The Oleftalsperre was built in 1954-59. Due to cracks, the barrier had to be reinforced twice afterwards. Since 1965, the barrier has been used for drinking water, energy production and …

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5.09 km

Oleftalsperre Dam

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View over the over 50 meter high dam of the Oleftalsperre.

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5.51 km

Olef Ramp

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steep ascent away from the reservoir or,
Downhill down to the reservoir 👀

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6.87 km

View of the Olef Reservoir

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beautiful view over the reservoir

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10.8 km

Oleftalsperre Inlet

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From the inlet you can drive towards Hollerrath or Belgium 🚴‍♂️👍🏻.

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22.9 km

Oleftalsperre Loop

Highlight (Segment) • Lake

A 14km loop around the Oleftalsperre is always worthwhile. Also good for a quick evening walk. Good, firm circular path with two shelters and a few benches.

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24.9 km

Oleftalsperre

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Great view of the dam.

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25.1 km

View of Oleftalsperre

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Wide view over the reservoir 👀

with 2 benches for a rest

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30.2 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

24.0 km

3.75 km

886 m

768 m

764 m

Surfaces

12.8 km

11.0 km

4.04 km

1.64 km

420 m

294 m

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Highest point (620 m)

Lowest point (390 m)

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Tuesday 30 June

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