Best historic site trails in Aachen

This route is stage 1 of the Eifelsteig, a premium long-distance trail through the Eifel region. This specific section starts in the historic center of Kornelimünster near Aachen and ends in Roetgen. The path leads from the picturesque Korneliusmarkt past the impressive Itertal Viaduct up onto the first Eifel ridges. A scenic highlight is the Struffelt Heide nature reserve, an idyllic high moor traversed via narrow wooden boardwalks. Hikers also pass the viewing platform at the Dreilägerbach...

Panoramic hike near Aachen, North Rhine-Westphalia. The tour starts at the car park at Blauer Stein. The route follows forest paths in a northerly direction to the ruins of Wilhelmstein Castle. There is also an open-air theatre there and a restaurant. The route then continues through the southern Wurmtal nature reserve back to the starting point. Highlights of the tour: - To the Blue Stone - Paulinenwäldchen - Wiedbusch - Wilhelmstein Castle - Small pond landscapes - Refreshment stops...

Popular city walk in Aachen, North Rhine-Westphalia. This 4.5 km route through Aachen's city centre offers the opportunity to combine sightseeing with shopping or a visit to a restaurant. A highlight of the tour is the city's landmark: Aachen Cathedral, which looks back on 1200 years of architectural history and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Highlights of the tour: - Aachen Cathedral (also: Aachen Minster) - market square - Historic town hall - Elisengarten with classicist Elisenbrunnen...

Idyllic and varied circular route near Aachen, North Rhine-Westphalia. This idyllic circular route starts at the Diepenbenden dam and leads through a hilly landscape on beautiful forest paths via the Grindelweg in the direction of the Wolfsschlucht. This route can be walked all year round and is beautiful in all seasons. At the starting and ending point, the "Haus am See" invites you to have a cold beer or a bite to eat (note the opening times). Highlights: - Aachen Forest - Sources of the...

Panoramic circular route in the Aachenswald forest near Aachen, North Rhine-Westphalia. This idyllic circular route starts near the German-Dutch border and leads up to the Kronprinzenrast - a telecommunications tower formerly used by the Belgian military. The trail returns to the starting point of the tour on beautiful (and somewhat adventurous) forest paths. There is a car park at the cemetery and the bus also runs to the starting point. Highlights: - Wonderful views - Kronprinzenrast

Beautiful circular route near Preuswald in North Rhine-Westphalia. It goes through shady forest, up the Brandenberg, Steineknipp and Klausberg, to benches and along idyllic ponds. It is not only possible to stop for a bite to eat at the Entenpfuhl estate, but also play mini golf. Car parking is available here. Highlights: - Entenpfuhl Estate - Barrows - Pelzer Tower ruins

This route starts at Aachen's main railway station and leads to the hills and forests south of the city. The mountains mentioned in the name of the hike are the Elleterberg and the Königsberg. However, the peaks are not that high. On the way back, you pass the Kupferbach dam, a small lake. You then return to the centre of Aachen.

Beautiful hike in Horbach, North Rhine-Westphalia. Field walk around the village of Horbach near Aachen. Start is the car park at the cemetery. Refreshments are available in the centre of Horbach. Highlights of the tour: - Idyllic natural landscapes - Beautiful views - Interesting local flora and fauna

A popular hiking trail in the Eifel. Valuable information about the copper town in the Aachen region is provided at every step. Stolberg should definitely be visited.