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Stage on the Ahr cycle path: From the Ahr source in Blankenheim to Ahrbrück

From the medieval town of Blankenheim, the origin of the Ahr, it goes past meadows and forests, through tunnels and over viaducts on the old railway track to Ahrbrück on the Middle Ahr.

From the medieval village of Blankenheim, the birthplace of the Ahr, the route leads past meadows and forests, through tunnels and over viaducts on the old railway line to Ahrbrück on the Middle Ahr.

The landscape of this stage of the Ahr cycle path presents itself as diverse and original: meadows alternate with forests, deep valley cuts follow flat sections, and inviting towns with a wide range of regional delights await along the way.
Striking natural monuments such as the Aremberg or the Prümer Tower contribute to the impressive natural experience in the idyllic Upper Ahr Valley. The valley widens at the Middle Ahr, and the Ahr cycle path invites you to relaxed cycling up to Ahrbrück.

A colorful mixed leisure program along the route, such as a visit to the Eifalia Butterfly Park in Ahrhütte, a relaxing break at the Müsch Inclusion Garden, a stop with interesting mining history at the Goldloch near Insul, and numerous playgrounds provide welcome variety, not just for families. 

The landscape of this stage of the Ahr Cycle Route is multifaceted and unspoilt: meadows alternate with forests, deep valley cuts follow flat stretches and inviting villages with a diverse selection of regional delicacies await along the way.
Striking natural monuments such as the Aremberg or the Prümer Tor contribute to the impressive natural experience in the idyllic Upper Ahr Valley. The valley widens out at the Middle Ahr and the Ahr cycle path invites you to enjoy a relaxing cycle to Ahrbrück.</p

<p>A colourful mix of leisure activities along the route, such as a visit to the Eifalia Butterfly Park in Ahrhütte, a break in the Müsch Inclusion Garden, a rest stop with interesting history about mining at the Goldloch near Insul and numerous playgrounds provide a welcome change of pace, and not just for families.

 

 

 

Duration 3:15 h
Distance 43,5 km
Ascent 278 m
Descent 556 m
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Stage on the Ahr cycle path: From the Ahr source in Blankenheim to Ahrbrück

From the medieval town of Blankenheim, the origin of the Ahr, it goes past meadows and forests, through tunnels and over viaducts on the old railway track to Ahrbrück on the Middle Ahr.

From the medieval village of Blankenheim, the birthplace of the Ahr, the route leads past meadows and forests, through tunnels and over viaducts on the old railway line to Ahrbrück on the Middle Ahr.

The landscape of this stage of the Ahr cycle path presents itself as diverse and original: meadows alternate with forests, deep valley cuts follow flat sections, and inviting towns with a wide range of regional delights await along the way.
Striking natural monuments such as the Aremberg or the Prümer Tower contribute to the impressive natural experience in the idyllic Upper Ahr Valley. The valley widens at the Middle Ahr, and the Ahr cycle path invites you to relaxed cycling up to Ahrbrück.

A colorful mixed leisure program along the route, such as a visit to the Eifalia Butterfly Park in Ahrhütte, a relaxing break at the Müsch Inclusion Garden, a stop with interesting mining history at the Goldloch near Insul, and numerous playgrounds provide welcome variety, not just for families. 

The landscape of this stage of the Ahr Cycle Route is multifaceted and unspoilt: meadows alternate with forests, deep valley cuts follow flat stretches and inviting villages with a diverse selection of regional delicacies await along the way.
Striking natural monuments such as the Aremberg or the Prümer Tor contribute to the impressive natural experience in the idyllic Upper Ahr Valley. The valley widens out at the Middle Ahr and the Ahr cycle path invites you to enjoy a relaxing cycle to Ahrbrück.</p

<p>A colourful mix of leisure activities along the route, such as a visit to the Eifalia Butterfly Park in Ahrhütte, a break in the Müsch Inclusion Garden, a rest stop with interesting history about mining at the Goldloch near Insul and numerous playgrounds provide a welcome change of pace, and not just for families.

 

 

 

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Duration 3:15 h
Distance 43,5 km
Ascent 278 m
Descent 556 m

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RadBus Upper Ahr Valley line 899

Between Ahrweiler, Ahrbrück, Schuld, Müsch and Blankenheim, the RadWanderBus (line 899) runs seasonally from April to October along the Ahr cycle path, where – preferably after reserving online – up to 20 bicycles can be transported on a separate trailer.

Temporarily, some RadBus trips – until the Ahr Valley railway is put back into operation on this section – also serve the towns between Ahrbrück and Ahrweiler along the Middle Ahr.

The line 899 can thus be used as a feeder or return service for the Ahr cycle path in the direction of the Upper and Lower Ahr Valley. In addition, other long-distance cycle routes such as the Volcano Cycle Route Eifel from Dümpelfeld towards Adenau/Nürburgring, the Kalkeifel Cycle Route from Ahrdorf towards Hillesheim, the Erf Cycle Route with access from Schuld towards Bad Münstereifel, or the Rhine Cycle Route from Sinzig from the direction of the Upper Ahr Valley are connected.

Between Ahrbrück and Rheinbach, the RadBus Ahr-Voreifel (line 844) runs and connects Rhineland-Palatinate with North Rhine-Westphalia.

The RadBus 844 offers space for up to 22 bicycles and runs from 29.03. to 01.11.2025 on all weekdays. The transport of electric bikes is possible.

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RadBus Upper Ahr Valley route 899

The RadWanderBus (line 899) runs seasonally from April to October between Ahrweiler, Ahrbrück, Schuld, Müsch and Blankenheim along the Ahr cycle path, where up to 20 bicycles can be taken on a separate trailer - preferably after booking online.

Transitionally, some RadBus journeys also serve the towns between Ahrbrück and Ahrweiler along the Middle Ahr until the Ahr Valley Railway is reopened on this section.

Line 899 can therefore be used as a feeder or return route for the Ahr cycle path in the direction of the Upper and Lower Ahr Valley. Other long-distance cycle routes such as the Eifel volcano cycle route from Dümpelfeld towards Adenau/Nürburgring, the Kalkeifel cycle route from Ahrdorf towards Hillesheim, the Erft cycle route with access route from Schuld towards Bad Münstereifel or the Rhine cycle route from Sinzig towards the Upper Ahr Valley are also connected.

The RadBus Ahr-Voreifel (line 844) runs between Ahrbrück and Rheinbach and connects Rhineland-Palatinate with North Rhine-Westphalia.

The RadBus 844 offers space for up to 22 bikes and runs every day of the week from 29 March to 1 November 2025. It is possible to take electric bikes on board.

radbusse.de

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Parking is possible in all towns along the Ahr cycle path.

Please check in advance whether parking is free of charge.

Parking is possible in all towns along the Ahr cycle path.

Please inform in advance whether the parking facilities are free of charge