Cycling pleasure without borders
The Vennbahn is one of the longest cycling trails on disused railway tracks in Europe. Spanning across 3 countries, completely paved and featuring gentle slopes, it offers an immersive experience in nature, border flair and captivating stories on the 125 km of the Vennbahn.
3 countries
on a former railway track
125 kilometres
in the heart of nature
6 stages
of cycling pleasure
11 loops
around the Vennbahn
50 partners
bed+bike - Accommodations
Cycle the Vennbahn in 6 stages !
Stage 1 : Aachen Raeren
Explore the first stage of the Vennbahn route, beginning in Aachen and winding your way to Raeren, encountering viaducts and picturesque villages. Get ready for a unique adventure along this converted railway track, offering an unforgettable experience through Germany and East Belgium.
Stage 2 : Raeren Monschau
Explore the second stage of the Vennbahn, through peaceful forests and seamless border crossings. Monschau, a charming town in the Eifel region, awaits you with its beautifully preserved half-timbered houses and picturesque scenery
Stage 3 : Monschau Waimes
The third stage of the Vennbahn takes you through diverse landscapes, from moor ponds to lush meadows, all the way to the High Fens. Explore the Belgian border at Kalterherberg and Leykaul before concluding your journey at the former railway station in Waimes.
Stage 4 : Waimes Sankt Vith
Cycle peacefully from Waimes to Sankt Vith through lush hills. You'll encounter horses in the meadows and pass under the Freiherr-von-Korff viaduct on your way to the village Born. Finally, you'll discover the charming town of Sankt Vith in the heart of the Eifel.
Stage 5 : Sankt Vith Burg-Reuland
Make your way across idyllic landscapes along the river Our, pass through Lommersweiler tunnel, and finish with a spectacular panoramic view from the ruins of Reuland Castle.
Stage 6 : Burg-Reuland Troisvierges
Embark on this final stage, admire picturesque panoramas and uncover the importance of the protection of bats.
Practical Information
Parking
APAG Parkhaus Hauptbahnhof - Lagerhausstraße 20, 52064 Aachen, Deutschland
Distance to the Vennbahn: 3 km
Parking Aachen Arkaden - Trierer Str. 1, 52078 Aachen, Deutschland
Distance to the Vennbahn: 0 km
Return by taxi
Alter Römerweg 12, B-4770 Amel
T. +32 80 34 93 02
www.taxi-feyen.com
The Vennbahn Map
The Vennbahn-map is a must-have for cyclists. With it, you’ll have all the tools at hand to plan your discovery of the Vennbahn. It showcases not only the main route, but also several connecting routes that link the Vennbahn to the surrounding regions and other long distance cycling trails.
The map at a scale of 1:100,000 is available online for just EUR 5.- (plus shipping).
Order it now and start your adventure on the Vennbahn in East Belgium!
About the Vennbahn
The Vennbahn cycle path, which has received several international awards and is one of the longest railway line cycle paths in Europe, runs through Germany, Belgium and Luxembourg. Starting from Aachen and running right through East Belgium to Troisvierges at an average gradient of 2% (with a few short sections at 3 - 10%), this trip offers 125 km of fascinating landscapes, border country flair, Vennbahn tales and historical knowledge.
The Vennbahn is part of the Ravel network of Belgium's Walloon Region. In translation, Ravel stands for 'Autonomous Network for Slow Traffic'. This network fits in with the philosophy of 'greenways', a term used in Europe and worldwide to denote infrastructures reserved for non-motorised traffic.
The highlights along the route include the world cultural heritage city of Aachen, the town centre of Kornelimünster, the pottery museum at Raeren, the town centre of Monschau, the hedgerow country in Monschau and around Sourbrodt, the Wolfsbusch forest, the museum 'Zwischen Venn und Schneifel' in Sankt Vith, the picturesque Our valley, the castle ruins in Reuland, the tunnels near Lommersweiler and Lengeler, the Europe monument in Ouren and the gardens around Troisvierges.
More information : www.vennbahn.eu
Brief portrait
- 6 stages through the most beautiful landscapes of the region
- 125 kilometers surrounded by nature
- 3 different countries with unique landscapes
- 1 to 2 hours of biking per day
The Best of East Belgium
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Frequently asked questions
If your question is not answered here, please do not hesitate to send us an email, we will be happy to help!
The Vennbahn is one of the cycle paths on disused railway tracks in Europe, with a length of 125 kilometres and traversing the three countries of Germany, Belgium, and Luxembourg. The former railway line connected the coal regions around Aachen with the smelting plants in Luxembourg and Lorraine.
The Vennbahn starts at Aachen-Rothe Erde station (Germany) and runs across East Belgium and along the High Fens to Troisvierges (Luxembourg). As it is signposted in both directions, it can also be cycled in the opposite direction.
The Vennbahn is approximately 125 kilometres long. It can be cycled in 6 or 3 stages.
Yes, the Vennbahn is entirely asphalted.
No. With an average gradient of 2%, the Vennbahn is quite flat and easy to cycle. Only at the tunnel near Lengeler, you will have to reckon with an increased gradient for about one kilometre.
There are more than 50 bike-friendly accommodations along the Vennbahn, awarded with the "bed+bike" label by the Allgemeiner Deutscher Fahrrad-Club (ADFC).
Yes, there are several campsites along the Vennbahn, and some of them are even located directly along the bike path.
Please note that wild camping is prohibited in Belgium!
The Vennbahn ends at Troisvierges railway station. It is possible to return to Aachen by train via Liège and Welkenraedt. Alternatively, various taxi companies in the region offer return transport. We recommend cycle taxis for groups of 4 people or more.