Best wildlife trails in Aachen

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...

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 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.

Versatile long-distance cycle route from Aachen to Zittau. The motto of this long-distance cycle route is: once across Germany from the westernmost to the easternmost point. Cyclists get to know the densely forested low mountain regions of North Rhine-Westphalia, Hesse, Thuringia and Saxony on 15 one-day stages and can explore the Rhenish Slate Mountains, the Thuringian Forest and Saxon Switzerland. However, the multifaceted nature of the Mittelland Route is not only characterised by its...

Versatile hiking excursion in North Rhine-Westphalia. This beautiful route leads into the Indetal nature reserve and the Brander Wald forest. The start is near Brand railway station. You first walk in an easterly direction past the KAB meeting centre in Brand and then head north-east into the beautiful Indetal nature reserve. The mills in the valley and the Komeriche Mühle mill, which are located some distance along the trail, are well worth seeing. The Brander Wald forest is a delight with...

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...

The Eifelsteig is a premium long-distance hiking trail stretching 313 km (194.5 miles) from Aachen to Trier, typically completed in 15 daily stages through the diverse landscapes of the Eifel region. The route guides hikers through the high moors of the High Fens, the volcanic craters of the Volcanic Eifel, and the striking red sandstone cliffs near the Mosel River. Most travelers complete the trek from north to south, following a well-designed path that highlights the natural harmony between...