Best wildflower 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...

Varied 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.

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...

Exciting 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

Popular 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

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

This route starts in the town of Schmithof. It explores the forest area to the south, which includes the Raerenerwald and Münsterwald forests, all of which are part of the North Eifel Nature Park. The trail also leads to the outskirts of Roetgen and Rott, but not into the town centre. Streams flow through the forest, providing a beautiful backdrop.

Border-crossing railway line cycle route from Aaachen to Troisvierges. This is one of the longest railway line cycle paths in Europe and runs through three countries - Germany, Belgium and Luxembourg. The cycle path runs along the former railway line between Aachen and Troisvierges. Most of the route is tarmac. Through St. Vith, the cycle route runs away from the railway line and along roads with little traffic. The scenery is definitely worth it. Overnight accommodation along the route is...