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Selbach (Flehbach)

A stream running entirely through the Königsforst nature reserve, flowing roughly five kilometres before joining the Flehbach opposite the Erkermühle mill.

Outdoor

The Selbach flows through the Königsforst for its entire length before emptying into the Flehbach. It is designated as a protected landscape feature.

At a Glance

Type
Stream, protected landscape feature (No. LB 8.08)
Length
approximately five kilometres
Location
Brück district, Kalk borough
Surroundings
Königsforst nature reserve
Confluence
joins the Flehbach opposite the Erkermühle mill

Course

The uppermost source lies on the western slope of the Mergelsberg within the municipal area of Bergisch Gladbach, west of the Forsbach district of Rösrath. From there the Selbach flows westward to the north-eastern edge of the Rather settlement fringe, then runs along its northern side towards Mauspfad road, which it follows in a roughly northerly direction before joining the Flehbach from the left opposite the Erkermühle.

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