Best trail running trails in Aachen
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Explore the most popular trail running trails near Aachen with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
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- 4.6 (43)·Moderate·11.1 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrPanoramic 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...
- 4.5 (36)·Moderate·10.3 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrVaried nature excursion in Aachen. You start at the car park at the Waldschenke on Lütticher Straße, but you can also begin the hike at any other point. The route leads along old road connections, borders and medieval goods transport, through forests and across meadows. The Aachener Landgraben used to be the outer border of the Aachen Empire, and its course along the Belgian border is still clearly recognisable today. You should plan 2 to 3 hours for the tour.
- 4.4 (40)·Easy·5.8 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrBeautiful hiking trail on the Lousberg in North Rhine-Westphalia. In the north of Aachen, this route runs up the beautiful Lousberg, from whose summit a fantastic view over the surrounding area is possible. The way is easy to walk and suitable for families with children because of the short distance. Due to its location, the route is ideally suited as an excursion from Aachen. Highlights: - View from the Lousberg Forest Park - shady forest paths - short routing
- 4.4 (33)·Moderate·12.2 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrIdyllic 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...
- 4.1 (67)·Easy·4.7 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrRelaxing circular route in Aachen, North Rhine-Westphalia. This is a relatively short route in Hohenwaldhausen. Most of it leads through the forest. On the first half of the path the Kupferbach dam is reached, a quiet place with a view of the water. Since the route is short, it is suitable for a walk or run. It is possibe to have a picnic at the seating areas, if provisions are with you. There are several parking options around the route. Highlights: - calm nature - Playgrounds and...
- 4.5 (24)·Moderate·11.6 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrExciting and scenic mountain bike and hiking tour near Aachen, North Rhine-Westphalia. The tour leads directly into the beautiful, exciting Aachen Forest, where there are some ups and downs to climb. Highlights of the tour: - Beautiful views of the surrounding area - Local flora and fauna - Beautiful natural landscapes
- 4.8 (13)·Easy·3.4 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrPopular loop trail near Aachen, North Rhine-Westphalia. The forest trail "Schwarz" (trail 5) starts at Monschauer Strasse/Brueckchenweg. The route leads past the pioneer spring and around the Elleterberg. Overall, the loop trail is classified as easy, but there are also some sections with a downhill gradient of around 9%. Highlights of the route: - Elleterberg - Pioneer source - playground - beautiful forest trails
- 4.4 (10)·Moderate·9.8 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrBeautiful 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
- 4.1 (21)·Moderate·7.4 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrIdyllic and scenic hiking trail in Haaren near Aachen, North Rhine-Westphalia. The hike brings some variety to Haaren. Across fields, meadows and some woodland, there is never a dull moment. Highlights of the tour: - Beautiful views of the Haarberg - Local flora and fauna - Pretty natural landscapes
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest running trail in Aachen?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest running trail in Aachen is White Way. This trail is estimated to be 20.9 km long.
Which running trail has the most elevation gain in Aachen?
Aachen: With an ascent of 366 m, White Way has the most elevation gain of all of the running trails in the area. The next highest ascent for running trails is Pauline von Borg-Route (Herzogenrath) with 335 m of elevation gain.
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- Burg Orsbach
- Schneeberg
- Wurm
- Natur- und Sportfreunde e.V. Aachen
- Blick auf 2 Länder
- Das Bodenfenster
- Tatarenkopf
- Aachen Cathedral
- Garten Münsterplatz
- Lousberg-Terrasse
- Stauanlage Diepenbenden
- KuKuK e.V. - Kunst und Kultur im Köpfchen (ehemaliges deutsches Zollhaus)
- Grashaus
- Salvatorberg
- Preusberg
- Großer Monarch
- Nikolausquelle
- Rosenquelle
- Marienquelle
- Kaiserquelle