Ruhr-Eder GeoRadroute

The Ruhr-Eder GeoRadroute opens up the Sauerland and Waldecker Land regions in a special way. The route runs through the picturesque valleys of the Ruhr and Eder rivers and also uses former railroad lines. A central element of the tour is the Edersee, one of the largest reservoirs in Germany, whose watery landscape invites you to relax. The route also leads through the GrenzWelten National Geopark, which provides fascinating insights into the history of the earth and the formative development of the landscape. Here, 400 million years of geological history come to life, for example at the Korbach Fissure, a world-famous fossil site. The cycle tour offers the opportunity to experience the geological, historical and cultural development on the eastern edge of the Rothaargebirge at first hand and to develop a profound understanding of this unique natural and cultural landscape. It offers a variety of natural and cultural experiences that enrich the active exploration of the border region between North Rhine-Westphalia and Hesse.

We recommend a helmet, functional cycling clothing suitable for the weather, a rucksack with food and drink, sufficient fluids (water, tea), an air pump, a repair kit and a multi-tool.

Bus/train to Willingen station, 10 minutes walk to the starting point at the visitor center

By car via the B251 to Willingen (Upland), drive to the parking lot at the visitor center, Am Hagen 10, 34508 Willingen (Upland)

Free parking at the visitor center/lagoon pool