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Heinsberg
Wassenberg

Effelder Forest Lake – Effelder Forest Lake loop from Vlodrop

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Germany
North Rhine-Westphalia
Heinsberg
Wassenberg

Effelder Forest Lake – Effelder Forest Lake loop from Vlodrop

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Effelder Forest Lake – Effelder Forest Lake loop from Vlodrop

00:28

4.46km

10m

Running

Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 16, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Naturpark Schwalm-Nette

Waypoints

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502 m

Effeld Castle

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15th century moated castle am Schaagbach, privately.

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1.26 km

Amici Beach

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Amici Beach is always good for a good cappuccino. A piece of cake or something warm from the kitchen. There are numerous seating options with fantastic views of the lake. …

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1.28 km

Effelder Forest Lake

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Here at the Waldsee you feel quite certain as on vacation. There is a great beach, you can go diving, sailing, wakeboarding and fishing. Definitely worth a break here.

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1.57 km

Roer River Entry at Vlodrop

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The Rur winds its way past the Effelder Waldsee and changes its name to Roer when it crosses the border.

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2.39 km

Effelder Forest Lake

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Beautifully situated lake with various recreational opportunities.

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2.45 km

Path Between Lake and Marsh in Naturpark Schwalm-Nette

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On one side is the lake, on the other a river and wetland. You can see water birds here.

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2.63 km

Effelder Waldsee and the Rothenbach

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On one side the meandering Rothenbach, on the other side the Effelder Waldsee.

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2.72 km

Effelder Forest Lake

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Here on the east bank of the Effelder Waldsee, in the municipality break, there is also a beautiful vantage point for bird watching. A little overgrown at the moment.

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4.46 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.35 km

1.25 km

1.23 km

465 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.18 km

1.25 km

523 m

438 m

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