Diemelsee – Diemelsee Dam loop from Diemelsee

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Hesse

Regierungsbezirk Kassel

Waldeck-Frankenberg

Diemelsee

Diemelsee – Diemelsee Dam loop from Diemelsee

Moderate

5.0

(3)

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Diemelsee – Diemelsee Dam loop from Diemelsee

01:09

12.1km

350m

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: September 9, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 6.27 km for 62 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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535 m

Diemelsee

Highlight • Lake

Diemelsee. Really nice. A round trip is always worthwhile.

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6.28 km

Site of the Former Mill in Helminghausen

Highlight • Historical Site

There was once a mill on the Diemel below the dam wall.
A plaque reminds us of the history.

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6.79 km

Diemel Dam Outflow

Highlight • Monument

Outlet of the dam..., worth seeing.

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6.81 km

Diemelsee Dam

Highlight • Monument

The original purpose of the Diemel Reservoir – in conjunction with the Eder Reservoir – was to balance the water levels of the Weser and the Mittelland Canal. This was …

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7.04 km

Diemelsee Dam

Highlight • Structure

the small descent is worth it.

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8.86 km

St. Muffert Viewpoint

Highlight • Viewpoint

From the summit cross of St. Muffert, you can view both arms of the Diemelsee lake. It is located in the middle of the "extensive natural monument", a steeply rising …

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8.94 km

View of the Diemelsee

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Very easy to reach by bike, e.g. along the paved road through the holiday village (St Muffert). Fantastic the view, especially when the sun shines from the blue sky.

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