The Path to Sustainability

GeoRadroute Ruhr-Eder / Neusta Touren / The Path to Sustainability
Exploring the Diemelsee Nature Park. Cycling from Brilon-Wald to Bredelar.
On the trail of goals for a better future.
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Tour starting point:

Brilon-Wald Forest Station

Tour destination point:

Bredelar Station

Properties:

  • Bicycle-friendly
  • Place to stop for a bite to eat
  • Accommodation options
  • Good access to public transportation

Category

regionale Radtour

Length

26.6 km

Duration

3:10 h

Elevation ascent

271 m

Elevation descent

420 m

Lowest point

288 m

Highest point

541 m
Sustainability Route – 30 Kilometers Full

of Ideas for the FutureWhat does sustainable living look like in the Sauerland? You can discover exactly that on the approximately 30-kilometer Sustainability Route between the Brilon-Wald and Bredelar train stations—at a leisurely pace by bike, in either direction.

Along the route, 11 exciting stops showcase how ecology, economy, and social issues interact in the region. At each stop, you’ll find practical examples, interesting insights, and detailed information right on the spot.

Topics include renewable energy and the use of wind power and biomass, sustainable forest management, and how the Sauerland forests are being prepared for the future. Regional products, local food production, and carbon-neutral businesses are also among the tour’s topics.

The Sustainability Route makes the future tangible—and combines fascinating information with a varied bike tour through the Sauerland countryside. Hop on your bike, explore, and discover how sustainability is put into practice in the region!

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Information

Public transit

Start: Brilon-Wald Train Station


Destination: Bredelar Station

How to get there

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Interesting places in the neighbourhood