Best trails in Bad Honnef
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Looking for the best walking trails in Bad Honnef? Whether you're getting ready to hike, cycle, trail run, or explore other outdoor pursuits, AllTrails has 26 picturesque trails in the Bad Honnef area. Discover hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from fellow outdoor enthusiasts.
Venture outdoors and learn more about the area's historic sites or take a break from the hustle and bustle along the many tree-lined paths surrounding Bad Honnef. Perfect for little feet, paws, walkers and outdoor enthusiasts of any skill level.
Top trails
- 4.6 (284)·Hard·14.3 km·Est. 5–5.5 hrHistoric circular hiking trail in the Siebengebirge Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. This varied hike starts in Rhöndorf and leads along narrow paths past two castle ruins - Drachenfels Castle (late 19th century) and Löwenburg Castle (built in the 13th century). The route offers a marvellous view of the Rhine and the surrounding area. There are refreshment stops along the way. From the Ziepchesplatz car park, the route climbs steeply uphill. Some of the paths are quite rooty, which is...
- 4.6 (45)·Moderate·8.7 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrVaried circular hike in the Siebengebirge Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. The starting point for this circular hike in the Siebengebirge is Bad Honnef in the north. Despite a fairly moderate distance of 8.5 kilometres, hikers can look forward to a great deal of variety. Great views of the Rhine Valley, the ruins of Löwenburg Castle - situated on the second-highest mountain in the Siebengebirge - and the beautiful Tretschbach Valley can all be found along the way. Highlights of the...
- 4.5 (40)·Hard·18.7 km·Est. 6–6.5 hrThis route follows stage 3 of the Rheinsteig, which begins in Bad Honnef and ends in Linz am Rhein. The trail leads through the wooded hills of the Siebengebirge, climbing past the Stux viewpoint, the volcanic Leyberg summit, and the Hähnerbachtal waterfall. Hikers pass the Erpeler Ley basalt plateau, which offers views of the Remagen Bridge ruins, before descending past Ockenfels Castle into the historic old town of Linz. Overnight stays are accommodated in local guesthouses and hotels;...
- 4.5 (26)·Moderate·8.9 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrTour 7 from the hiking guide "Das Siebengebirge". This is a great tour in the Siebenegebirge with many fantastic views and cultural highlights. Highlights of the hike: - Ulaneneck monument - Siegfriedshöhe - Wilhelmshöhe - Drachenfels - Drachenfels Castle - Wolkenburg Castle - Jungfernhardt - Cuckoo Stone - Rhöndorf Valley - Konrad Adenauer grave
- 4.8 (40)·Moderate·12.9 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrEventful circular route in the Siebengebirge nature park, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany This route explores the hilly forests of the Siebengebirge Nature Park. It begins in Rhöndorf and quickly leads into the forest. Finally, the hike reaches the Löwenburg, a fascinating historical ruin. The way there leads past several small peaks, including those of the small and the large Breiberg. They offer a great view of the surrounding countryside and, in good weather, of the Rothaargebirge. It is...
- 4.6 (33)·Moderate·13.4 km·Est. 5–5.5 hrThis hike starts in Rhöndorf and explores some of the many peaks in the Siebengebirge Nature Park. The peaks visited include Löwenburg, Merkenshöhe, Erpelntalskopf, Gelsberg, Schallenberg and Drachenfels, where Beatufil Castle is also located! The hike is full of beautiful nature, views and history!
- 4.5 (28)·Moderate·14.8 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrThe 555 motorway between Bonn and Cologne, opened by Adenauer in 1932, was the first real motorway. A great contrast to this temple of motorisation and industrialisation is the parallel route for bicycles along the Rhine. This route runs along the east side of the river and passes through the nature park on the delta of the Sieg, a tributary of the Rhine. Most of the journey leads directly into nature with views of the Rhine, cornfields and forests. A real pleasure. Mondorf not only has the...
- 4.8 (24)·Hard·14.6 km·Est. 5.5–6 hrBeautiful hiking trail in the Siebengebirge Nature Park near Königswinter in North Rhine-Westphalia This hiking trail runs along shady forest paths up and down the numerous mountains of the Siebengebirge. There are wonderful views of the Rhine Valley, old quarries and the ruins of historic castles to discover. There are refreshment stops along the way, including the mountain inn on the Großer Ölberg. The trail starts at the Margarethenhöhe car park, which is subject to a...
- 4.6 (21)·Hard·13 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrPanoramic circular route near Bad Honnef. The tour starts from Bad Honnef and climbs the symbolic Drachenfels with its beautiful view over the Rhine. Here, as well as a little further downhill at the Milchhäuschen, there are refreshment stops. The Ofenkaulen are a disused mining area where pyritic ash tuff blocks used to be quarried. This type of stone was used in ovens. Formerly accessible, the caves are now closed off to protect the bats that live here. The best place to start the hike...
- 3.8 (19)·Moderate·13.7 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrThis route follows stage 1 of the Rheinburgenweg, a long-distance trail starting at the Rolandsbogen ruins in Rolandseck and ending in Remagen. The path climbs from the Rhine plateau through orchards and mixed forests, passing the Berschberg shelter, before descending through the villages of Oberwinter and Bandorf. It winds steeply down to a wildlife park in the Calmuthtal valley, leads past the Waldschlösschen pond, and finishes with views of the Apollinariskirche church. Overnight stays are...
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Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails in Bad Honnef?
There are plenty of things to do on Bad Honnef's hiking trails. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 23 hiking trails, 5 backpacking trails, and more.
What is the longest trail in Bad Honnef?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Bad Honnef is RheinBurgenWeg. This trail is estimated to be 198.6 km long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain in Bad Honnef?
Bad Honnef: With an ascent of 7,460 m, RheinBurgenWeg has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Siebengebirgstrail with 2,141 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail in Bad Honnef?
The most popular and difficult trail in Bad Honnef is Siebengebirgs Circular: Löwenburg - Drachenfels with a 4.6-star rating from 289 reviews.
Are there camping trails available in Bad Honnef?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 5 camping trails in Bad Honnef and the most popular is Rheinsteig Stage 3: Bad Honnef - Linz with an average 4.5 star rating from 40 community reviews.
Are there running trails available in Bad Honnef?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 4 running trails in Bad Honnef and the most popular is Rheinsteig - Loewenburg - Valley of the Tretschbach with an average 4.6 star rating from 46 community reviews.
Are there biking trails available in Bad Honnef?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 2 biking trails in Bad Honnef and the most popular is Rheinsteig - Loewenburg - Valley of the Tretschbach with an average 4.6 star rating from 47 community reviews.
Are there any trails with scenic mountain peak views in Bad Honnef?
Yes, there are 23 trails with scenic mountain peak views in Bad Honnef, including Siebengebirgs Circular: Löwenburg - Drachenfels, Rheinsteig - Loewenburg - Valley of the Tretschbach, Auf den Drachenfels bis zur Jungfernhardt, Rhöndorf - Tretschbachtal - Löwenburg and Rheinsteig Stage 3: Bad Honnef - Linz.
Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Bad Honnef?
Yes, there are 12 trails with scenic viewpoints in Bad Honnef, including Siebengebirgs Circular: Löwenburg - Drachenfels, Auf den Drachenfels bis zur Jungfernhardt, Rhöndorf - Tretschbachtal - Löwenburg, Rheinsteig Stage 3: Bad Honnef - Linz and Der Naturpark Siebengebirge aus Rother Wanderführer Westerwald Nr. 50.
Are there any trails with weather shelters in Bad Honnef?
Yes, there are 16 trails with weather shelters in Bad Honnef, including Siebengebirgs Circular: Löwenburg - Drachenfels, Rheinsteig - Loewenburg - Valley of the Tretschbach, Auf den Drachenfels bis zur Jungfernhardt, Rhöndorf - Tretschbachtal - Löwenburg and Der Naturpark Siebengebirge aus Rother Wanderführer Westerwald Nr. 50.
Are there any trails with picnic areas in Bad Honnef?
Yes, there are 6 trails with picnic areas in Bad Honnef, including Rheinsteig Stage 3: Bad Honnef - Linz, Siebengebirge Marathon Bad Honnef, Rheinsteig: Von Bad Honnef nach Rheinbreitbach, Siebengebirgshalbmarathon Bad Honnef and Siebengebirgstrail.
Are there any trails with castles in Bad Honnef?
Yes, there are 19 trails with castles in Bad Honnef, including Siebengebirgs Circular: Löwenburg - Drachenfels, Rheinsteig - Loewenburg - Valley of the Tretschbach, Auf den Drachenfels bis zur Jungfernhardt, Rhöndorf - Tretschbachtal - Löwenburg and Rheinsteig Stage 3: Bad Honnef - Linz.
Are there any trails with historical monuments in Bad Honnef?
Yes, there are 2 trails with historical monuments in Bad Honnef, including Rheinsteig Stage 3: Bad Honnef - Linz and Rhöndorf - Drachenfels Rock - Löwenburg Castle.
Are there any trails with springs in Bad Honnef?
Yes, there are 4 trails with springs in Bad Honnef, including Rheinsteig Stage 3: Bad Honnef - Linz, Margaretenhöhe - Löwenburg - Tretschbachtal - Ölberg, Siebengebirge Marathon Bad Honnef and Siebengebirgstrail.
Are there any trails with cliffs in Bad Honnef?
Yes, there are 2 trails with cliffs in Bad Honnef, including Löwenburg hin und zurück and Siebengebirgstrail.
