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Hellenthal

Olef Reservoir – Oleftalsperre Dam loop from Hellenthal

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Germany
North Rhine-Westphalia
Euskirchen
Hellenthal

Olef Reservoir – Oleftalsperre Dam loop from Hellenthal

Easy

4.7

(7)

40

hikers

Olef Reservoir – Oleftalsperre Dam loop from Hellenthal

00:29

1.59km

50m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: September 25, 2026

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Includes segments with temporary access restrictions. Check ahead to confirm restricted segments are open to the public.

After 748 m for 79 m

After 930 m for 79 m

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42 m

Oleftalsperre Loop 14.1 km

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Information board for the Olef Dam area

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181 m

Olef Reservoir

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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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368 m

Nice rest area that offers us a great view of the Oleftalsperre.

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593 m

Take a few minutes to listen to the insects

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829 m

Oleft Reservoir Parking Lot

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Large car park in the immediate vicinity of the dam and the Seerandweg.

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880 m

Olef Dam Wall

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Oleftalsperre dam. After a steep climb, a fixed circular path of approximately 14km lies ahead.

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1.37 km

Oleftalsperre Dam

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

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1.59 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

801 m

588 m

106 m

Surfaces

660 m

552 m

201 m

< 100 m

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Monday 12 October

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