Edersee Cycling Loop (ER) - All the way around Lake Edersee

GeoRadroute Ruhr-Eder / Neusta Touren / Edersee Cycling Loop (ER) - All the way around Lake Edersee

The “must-do” tour at Edersee! A beautiful interplay between water and forest. The tour goes all the way around the reservoir.

Tour starting point:

P+R Vöhl-Herzhausen National Park Station

Tour destination point:

P+R Vöhl-Herzhausen National Park Station

Properties:

Culturally interesting
Place to stop for a bite to eat
Circular Trail

Additional Information

https://www.edersee.com/lust-auf/radfahren

https://www.edersee.com/lust-auf/fahrradverleihe

https://www.edersee.com/prospekte

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Length

51.1 km

Duration

5:21 h

Elevation ascent

356 m

Elevation descent

356 m

Lowest point

231 m

Highest point

389 m

Condition

Difficulty

Recommended seasons

J F M A M J J A S O N D

The marked Edersee Circular Bike Trail (ER) is an adventure for the whole family. On paths that are partly paved, the approximately 50-kilometer tour circles the deep-blue Edersee—the contrast between the water and the forest makes this tour an unforgettable experience. Much of the route runs directly along the shore of Lake Edersee. Lake Edersee has a natural, unspoiled appearance and is reminiscent of the fjords of Scandinavia. In summer, the clear, clean lake invites you to enjoy a refreshing swim. In late summer, the “Edersee ATLANTIS” emerges from the waters. The lake’s meanders, surrounded by forest, offer oases of peaceful relaxation and nature-based recreation. From the forests of the Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park and National Park (a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site), you can enjoy magnificent views of the unique lake and forest landscape.

Information

Equipment

General Cycling Equipment: Road-safe bicycle, bicycle helmet, daypack (approx. 20 liters) with rain cover, comfortable athletic shoes, cycling shoes if needed, weather-appropriate and durable clothing in layers, if needed, cycling jersey, cycling gloves if needed, air pump, bike tools, sun and rain protection, snacks and drinking water, water bottle and compatible holder, first-aid kit, pocket knife, cell phone, handlebar cell phone mount (if needed), headlamp and reflectors (if needed), maps E-bike: E-bike, spare battery, charger, bike helmet, daypack (approx. 20 liters) with rain cover, comfortable athletic shoes, cycling shoes if needed, weather-appropriate and durable clothing using the layering principle, cycling jersey if needed, cycling gloves if needed, air pump, bike tools, sun and rain protection, snacks and drinking water, water bottle and compatible holder, first-aid kit, pocket knife, cell phone, cell phone mount for the handlebars (if needed), headlamp and reflectors (if needed), maps

Safety guidelines

The bike paths and routes run partly on paved, gravel, and/or field and forest trails. Very rarely, they also run along roads with little traffic. The bike paths and routes can be combined as desired (including with the ferries and the boat) and are signposted in both directions. There are also a few combined bike and pedestrian paths.

The official emergency points (e.g., KB-428) are marked on the maps and signs on site. In case of injury, you can report the specific location to emergency services (phone: 112). Cell phone coverage is not comprehensive, especially within the national park.

Use of the bike path/bike route is at your own risk. You should not ride on this bike path/bike route in strong winds, heavy rain, or snowfall!

Since the tour involves a significant elevation gain, children should be reasonably fit on a bike and have obtained a bicycle safety certificate at school...

Author Tip

Thanks to the numerous passenger boat docks operated by Edersee Passenger Shipping and the ferries between Asel/Asel-Süd and Rehbach/Scheid, there are a wide variety of options for planning tours of all kinds and varying lengths.