Best backpacking trails in Düsseldorf

Relaxed stage of the Neanderlandsteig long-distance hiking trail, North Rhine-Westphalia. The 13th stage of the Neanderlandsteig is not only relaxed, but also varied. From Duesseldorf-Garath you hike through idyllic alluvial forest, along the Rhine and past meadow orchards. On the way, it is worth visiting the Buergel house, which has a museum as well as a distillery and was built on the remains of a Roman fort. Highlights of the hike: - Rhine - Monheim am Rhein - orchards - Haus Buergel...

Stage 14 of the Rhine Cycle Route (D-Route 8). The penultimate day's stage of the Rhine Cycle Route starts in Düsseldorf, which is often referred to as the longest bar in the world with its unique old town. From here, you cycle through the lively Ruhr region before crossing the Rhine behind Duisburg and suddenly finding yourself in a different world: the idyllic Lower Rhine. The route leads through picturesque villages with magnificent views to the day's destination of Xanten. Highlights: -...