Bike Tour Through the Outer Forest and Meadow Belt: Experience Cologne Anew
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By bike through Cologne's green outer ring: History, Nature and New Perspectives
This bike tour makes the outer forest and meadow belt in Cologne an experienceable living landscape. On September 12, 2026, from 12:00 to about 16:00, a free tour will take place along the green belt circular route in the left-bank section, accompanied by the German Forest Protection Association Cologne. The outer green belt has developed since the 1920s on the former Prussian fortification ring and now spans about 42 kilometers around Cologne. ([stadt-koeln.de](https://www.stadt-koeln.de/leben-in-koeln/freizeit-natur-sport/veranstaltungskalender/radfuehrung-durch-den-aeusseren-wald-wiesenguertel))
Historical Traces in the Urban Green
Along the route, views open up to a piece of Cologne's city history that unfolds between landscape architecture, nature conservation, and urban free space. The tour explains the history of its formation, the peculiarities, and the forest composition of this striking green corridor. Thus, a bike tour becomes a discovery experience with local depth. ([stadt-koeln.de](https://www.stadt-koeln.de/leben-in-koeln/freizeit-natur-sport/veranstaltungskalender/radfuehrung-durch-den-aeusseren-wald-wiesenguertel))
On the Way in the Left-Bank Green Belt
The tour follows the green belt circular route in three stages and is aimed at everyone who wants to get to know Cologne from a nature-oriented perspective. The left-bank section shows how closely recreation, ecological diversity, and urban development are intertwined here. Participation is limited to 20 people, and prior registration is required. ([stadt-koeln.de](https://www.stadt-koeln.de/leben-in-koeln/freizeit-natur-sport/veranstaltungskalender/radfuehrung-durch-den-aeusseren-wald-wiesenguertel))
Meeting Point, Arrival, and Practical Information
The meeting point is the KVB stop Wilhelm-Sollmann-Straße in Cologne. There are connections to the light rail lines 12 and 15, as well as bus 122. According to KVB, the stop is equipped with an elevator and escalator; the city of Cologne also mentions the meeting point in its event information. For the bike tour, a traffic-safe bike, weather-appropriate clothing, and something to drink along the way are recommended. ([stadt-koeln.de](https://www.stadt-koeln.de/leben-in-koeln/freizeit-natur-sport/veranstaltungskalender/radfuehrung-durch-den-aeusseren-wald-wiesenguertel))
Conclusion: Discover Cologne's Green Center Anew
Those who want to experience Cologne beyond the well-known city center will find a culturally and naturally rich city tour on two wheels here. The bike tour combines tangible history, scenic impressions, and solid knowledge about the Cologne green belt. Register now and experience the outer forest and meadow belt in its full extent. ([stadt-koeln.de](https://www.stadt-koeln.de/leben-in-koeln/freizeit-natur-sport/veranstaltungskalender/radfuehrung-durch-den-aeusseren-wald-wiesenguertel))
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