Best historic site trails in Düren
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Explore the most popular historic site trails near Düren with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
Top trails
- 4.3 (20)·Easy·6.6 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrAn easy hike for the whole family through the Burgau Forest nature reserve. We recommend a visit to the neighbouring Burgau moated castle with its integrated restaurant. After a short break and once here, there is also another integrated hiking trail "ForstlehrpfadBurgau" (a nature trail with themed boards and interesting facts about the forest habitat). Accessibility: There are no elevations and wide paths; the route is suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs.
- 5.0 (9)·Moderate·36.9 km·Est. 8.5–9.5 hrPopular and scenic section of the RurUfer cycle path from Düren to Heimbach, near Düren, North Rhine-Westphalia. The predominantly flat RurUfer cycle route begins in the Belgian High Fens and ends in Roermond in the Netherlands. The route continues past mottled sandstone cliffs, mill ponds and the Obermaubach reservoir to Heimbach. Highlights: - Charming town of Düren - Red sandstone cliffs (Nideggen) - Citadel (Jülich) --------------------------------------- Further information on the...
- 3.8 (10)·Moderate·7.7 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrVaried hiking trail to Burgau Castle near Düren in North Rhine-Westphalia To the south of Düren, this hiking trail runs through the wooded Burgau Forest nature reserve to Burgau Castle, one of the most impressive moated castles in North Rhine-Westphalia. Due to its location, the route is ideal as an excursion from Cologne. Highlights: - Burgau moated castle - Burgau Forest nature reserve - Weyern Estate
- 3.0 (1)·Moderate·9.2 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrCharming hiking and running tour in Niederau. Through the Stockheim forest on number 32, turn off at "Van-Aue-Str" and then head towards "Burgau", past the castle towards the animal shelter until you reach Tankstraße. Then it's downhill to Kreuzau and 'Im Dröhl' along the Rur back to Kreuzau. Highlights of the route: - Beautiful natural landscapes - Local flora and fauna - Beautiful views - Burgau Castle
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest historic site trail in Düren?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest historic site trail in Düren is RTF Staubwolke Hoven – 45er Strecke. This trail is estimated to be 45.5 km long.
Which historic site trail has the most elevation gain in Düren?
Düren: With an ascent of 568 m, Rur-Ufer-Radweg has the most elevation gain of all of the historic site trails in the area. The next highest ascent for historic site trails is RTF Staubwolke Hoven – 45er Strecke with 427 m of elevation gain.
