Best river trails in Blankenheim
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Explore the most popular river trails near Blankenheim 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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- 4.8 (52)·Moderate·15.6 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrCertified quality hiking trail with great views near Blankenheim, North Rhine-Westphalia. This versatile and well-visited route brings a touch of Tuscany to the Eifel. In the middle of the "cypresses of the north," it is easy to forget that the trail is in the German low mountain ranges. The many juniper heaths and the dry slopes are also reminiscent of more southern European areas. In some places, in secluded spots, several old crosses and crucifixes exist. From the starting point, the...
- 4.3 (25)·Moderate·10 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrScenic hiking route in Blankenheim, North Rhine-Westphalia. The village of Reetz lies in a flat, wooded valley basin and offers far-reaching views. The Eifel circular route around the Freilinger See Lake is a relaxed hike across meadows and fields to enjoy these beautiful landscape views. The Freilinger See - a perfect water quality reservoir - offers bathing fun in summer. Windsurfing is also possible there. There is also a dog beach. Highlights of the route: - Beautiful natural...
- 4.6 (16)·Moderate·10.5 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrBeautiful hiking trail from Ripsdorf through the Lampertstal valley in North Rhine-Westphalia From the village of Ripsdorf, this hiking trail runs in a southerly direction to and through the Lampertstal, an absolute gem of the Eifel. In the northern Wierstal there is also an excellent view from the Eifelblick to the Hohe Acht.
- 4.5 (9)·Hard·16.4 km·Est. 5–5.5 hrCertified, exciting quality hiking trail near Blankenheim, North Rhine-Westphalia. Follow in the footsteps of the Ahr for 16 kilometres. "Fun fact: the source of the Ahr lies in the cellar of a half-timbered house built in 1726. The route leads through Blankenheim, along a canal under Blankenheim Castle and through the romantic Ahr Valley. Highlights of the hike: - Source of the Ahr - Upper Ahr nature reserve - Blankenheim...
- 3.9 (3)·Moderate·11.4 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrThis route is stage 1 of the AhrSteig, a long-distance trail in Germany, running from Blankenheim to Freilinger See. Starting at the Ahr spring in historic Blankenheim, the path passes the Eifel Museum, ascends through beech forests to the Birker Berg plateau, and continues past Bohrsberg to Freilinger See. Overnight stays are available in local guest houses and accommodations near Blankenheim and Freilingen. Water should be packed for the day and refilled at starting or ending points. Both...
- 4.7 (7)·Moderate·12.6 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrThis official hiking trail from Nordeifel Tourismus GmbH leads from Ahrdorf back to Ahrdorf along atmospheric country lanes. The hike is named after a Kölschrock album by BAP released in 1982. The hike begins in the village of Ahrdorf. The hiking trail, which is very well signposted, leads along agricultural pastures and meadows in most parts, with two short forest sections and offers great views of the Ahrberg, the Hohe Acht and Nürburg. You also walk through the idyllic village of...
- 4.0 (3)·Moderate·13.7 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrTour 25 from the hiking guide "Dumont Eifel-Nord". Right at the beginning of the hike is the most strenuous part of the route, the ascent to the Calvary. If you prefer, you can skip this part. Highlights of the hike: - St Agatha's Chapel - Stations of the Cross - Calvary - Lampertstal Valley - Lampertsbach - Mirbach Chapel of the Saviour - Eusberg - Reinersberg - Dürrer Mountain
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest river trail in Blankenheim?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest river trail in Blankenheim is Eifel-Höhen-Route (Radfernweg). This trail is estimated to be 203.7 km long.
Which river trail has the most elevation gain in Blankenheim?
Blankenheim: With an ascent of 4,075 m, Eifel-Höhen-Route (Radfernweg) has the most elevation gain of all of the river trails in the area. The next highest ascent for river trails is Ahrsteig with 3,987 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult river trail in Blankenheim?
The most popular and difficult river trail in Blankenheim is EifelSpur: where the Ahr rises with a 4.5-star rating from 9 reviews.
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- Urft
- Gewässersystem der Oberen Ahr (Eierberg)
- Eifelblick Kalvarienberg
- Burg Blankenheim
- Hütte-am Brotpfad
- Ahr
- Oberes Ahrtal
- Ahrquelle
- Kalvarienberg
- Wohnmobilstellplatz an der Weiherhalle
- Panoramablick Dollendorf
- Freilinger See
- Stauanlage Weilerbach
- Höhneberg
- Eifelblick zur Hohen Acht
- Burg Neuweiler
- Eifel-Camp
- Bergfried ehem.
- Burgruine Schloßthal
- Schillertsberg