Best historic site trails in Bonn
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Explore the most popular historic site trails near Bonn 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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- 4.4 (67)·Hard·22.9 km·Est. 7–8 hrThis route follows stage 1 of the Rheinsteig, which begins in Bonn and ends in Königswinter. The trail starts at the Bonn city hall, crosses the Rhine via the Kennedy Bridge, and follows the riverbanks before heading into the forests of the Siebengebirge. It passes scenic lakes and historic landmarks like the Roman memorial stone, the Bonn Museum Mile, and Rheinaue Leisure Park, concluding with an ascent of Mount Petersberg. Overnight stays are accommodated in local guesthouses and hotels in...
- 4.5 (104)·Moderate·12.1 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrIdyllic hike with great views near Bonn, North Rhine-Westphalia. Very nice hiking trail through the city forest in Poppelsdorf near Bonn. A particularly beautiful trail that is suitable for the whole family. Not far from the path is the Waldau game reserve, where deer, stags and wild boar can be spotted. Accessible by bus and train. There are numerous places to stop for refreshments in the vicinity of the route. Highlights of the tour: - Local flora and fauna - Beautiful natural...
- 4.5 (255)·Moderate·8.9 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrNice hike worth seeing in Bonn, North Rhine-Westphalia. This idyllic tour leads along the Rhine. There is especially much to experience and explore at the Rheinaue leisure park with its charming Auensee lake and boat rental. There are several places to stop along the way Highlights of the hike: - Villa Hammerschmidt vantage point - Rheinaue leisure park - Bonn Opera House - Johannes-Bücher-Ufer - Pedal boat rental Auensee
- 4.4 (32)·Moderate·51.2 km·Est. 12.5–14 hrThis route starts in the centre of Bonn, close to the university and on the banks of the Rhine. It follows the Rhine down to Rolandswerth, where there is a ferry to Nonnenwerth and then to Bad Honnef. You also pass through the town of Bad Godesberg, which lies to the south of Bonn. A peaceful way to become one with the Rhine.
- 4.4 (42)·Moderate·9.2 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrInteresting bridge tour in Bonn, North Rhine-Westphalia. As the former federal capital, the city of Bonn has some interesting buildings to offer. This route crosses two of Bonn's three Rhine bridges. These offer numerous joggers the perfect training route every day and at any time of day, but this route is also ideal for a leisurely stroll through the city. The varied route begins along the urban Rhine promenade on the Bonn side and continues along the Rhine meadows to the sunny side of...
- 4.3 (165)·Moderate·14.8 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrPopular circular hiking trail near Bonn, North Rhine-Westphalia This is a beautiful loop along the Rhine close to Bonn city centre. The starting point is Bonn-Beuel railway station (alternatively: Bonn main station; accessible by bus and train). If the loop is too long for you, you can shorten it by taking the Bonn-Beuel passenger ferry between the ninth and tenth kilometre and simply be ferried back to the Beuel side of the Rhine. There are refreshment stops along the way. Highlights of...
- 4.3 (23)·Moderate·6.6 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrPopular running circular route in Bonn, North Rhine-Westphalia. This route crosses two of Bonn's three Rhine bridges - Kennedy and Friedrich Ebert. These bridges offer the perfect training route on any day and at any time, but this route is also ideal for a stroll through the city. Along the urban Rhine promenade on the Bonn side, the varied route starts at the Rhine floodplains on the sunny side of Beuel, where a scenic environment can be expected. The route is easy to follow and leads...
- 4.7 (23)·Easy·5 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrFamily-friendly circular route in the Rheinaue amusement park, North Rhine-Westphalia This relaxed route leads through the amusement park of the former German capital. It is suitable for the whole family, so that children will also have fun. The beautifully landscaped park offers runners, walkers and cyclists a variety of paths that lead along the beautiful Auensee, the Japanese Garden and the Rose Garden and enchant everyone. Refreshments are possible in the city centre. Highlights: -...
- 4.3 (31)·Moderate·10.6 kmBeautiful hike along the course of the Rhine near Bonn in North Rhine-Westphalia From Niederholtdorf, this route runs southwards through the Siebengebirge nature reserve and past the site of the Oberkassel Man, where the second oldest burial of an anatomically modern human (Homo sapiens) in Germany was discovered in 1914. Due to its location, the route is ideally suited as an excursion from Bonn. Highlights: - Oberkasseler Mensch discovery site - Hiking in the Siebengebirge Nature Park -...
- 4.3 (26)·Moderate·10 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrEducational, panoramic hiking trail in Bonn, North Rhine-Westphalia. Geological educational and hiking trail of the city of Bonn through the Kottenforst with 20 station boards. The tour leads along the Klufterbach stream and the Venner Kirchweg. Viewpoints on the Godesburg plateau and above station 20. Highlights of the tour: - Klufterbach valley - Marienforst estate - Keltersbaumbach stream - Draitzsch Fountain - Godesburg Castle
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest historic site trail in Bonn?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest historic site trail in Bonn is Radweg Deutsche Einheit. This trail is estimated to be 1,097.1 km long.
Which historic site trail has the most elevation gain in Bonn?
Bonn: With an ascent of 19,124 m, Radweg Deutsche Einheit has the most elevation gain of all of the historic site trails in the area. The next highest ascent for historic site trails is Rheinsteig with 12,216 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult historic site trail in Bonn?
The most popular and difficult historic site trail in Bonn is Rheinsteig Stage 1: Bonn - Königswinter with a 4.4-star rating from 67 reviews.