Best trails in Engelskirchen
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Looking for the best walking trails in Engelskirchen? Whether you're getting ready to hike, cycle, trail run, or explore other outdoor pursuits, AllTrails has 15 picturesque trails in the Engelskirchen 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 Engelskirchen. Perfect for little feet, paws, walkers and outdoor enthusiasts of any skill level.
Top trails
- 4.2 (58)·Moderate·8.4 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrVaried circular trail near Engelskirchen, North Rhine-Westphalia. This beautiful hike is all about caves. There are numerous information boards along the way that provide information about caves and speleology in the region. The giant Windloch cave was only discovered in 2019 and is now the largest cave in North Rhine-Westphalia with a measured length of over 8,200 metres. The route leads along partly steep, narrow forest paths - good footwear and surefootedness are recommended. The effort...
- 4.3 (18)·Moderate·10.1 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrVaried hike in the Bergisches Land Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. The Ründeroth-Oesinghausen hiking route leads through an extremely varied landscape, which is also known as the "Pearl of the Aggertal". The paths are well developed and do not require any special hiking experience or exceptional equipment. Along the route, you will repeatedly come across the Agger with barrages, which are primarily used to produce electricity, but now also provide a habitat for a variety of water birds...
- 4.4 (11)·Moderate·12.1 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrWonderful circular hike in Engelskirchen, North Rhine-Westphalia. Beautiful route with a long ascent, located in the Bergisches Land Nature Park. Right at the start of the tour, you can explore the impressive Ehreshoven Castle. The route then heads towards Holz through the beautiful forest. Highlights of the tour: - Ehreshoven Castle - St Laurentius in Hohkeppel
- 4.5 (7)·Hard·15.6 km·Est. 5–5.5 hrThis route follows stage 1 of the Bergischer Panoramasteig and connects Engelskirchen with Lindlar. From the Agger bridge in Engelskirchen, the trail climbs through forests toward Feckelsberg before descending into the Leppe Valley at Blumenau. Hikers ascend steep meadow paths to Rommersberg and pass the :metabolon innovation site. The trail continues through woodlands, meadows, and agricultural tracks via Eichholz and Voßbruch, finishing near the LVR Open-Air Museum in Lindlar. Overnight...
- 4.6 (3)·Moderate·5.5 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrBeautiful circular route in North Rhine-Westphalia. A beautiful hike through forests and to the Aggertal Cave - the longest cave in Rhineland-Palatinate. The cave is open between 1 April and 1 November from Thursday to Sunday and on public holidays between 10 am and 5 pm. The hike starts at the car park right next to the "Aggertalhöhle" bus stop. It is therefore easy to travel by train to Ründeroth and from there by bus. There are cafés and restaurants in the village. Highlights: -...
- 4.0 (7)·Moderate·13 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrPicturesque and scenic excursion through the Bergisches Land Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. Start and finish are at the car park in Hülsen near Loope and then lead through the enchanting Loopebachtal nature reserve. Highlights of the tour: - Beautiful views in the Bergisches Land Nature Park - Interesting local flora and fauna - Beautiful natural landscapes in the Loopebachtal nature reserve
- 3.7 (4)·Hard·18.7 km·Est. 5.5–6 hrPicturesque, idyllic circular hike near Engelskirchen, North Rhine-Westphalia. This idyllic circular hike starts in Engelskirchen on the Agger and initially takes you leisurely along the river and reservoir. It then climbs steeply uphill on beautiful forest paths. You will be rewarded for your efforts with a marvellous view of the region. This route is accessible all year round and also makes for a lovely winter walk. Sturdy footwear is recommended for some sections in wet...
- 3.5 (2)·Moderate·13.5 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrThis circular hiking trail starts at the car park in Ründeroth. However, there is also a railway station not far from the start of the route, meaning that the route can be reached by public transport. Highlights of the hike: - Brandskopf - Hohe Warte - Hohe Warte observation tower - Agger - Forest stream - Agger valley cave - Haldy Tower
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Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails in Engelskirchen?
There are plenty of things to do on Engelskirchen's hiking trails. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 15 hiking trails, and more.
What is the longest trail in Engelskirchen?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Engelskirchen is Bergischer Panoramasteig. This trail is estimated to be 243.5 km long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain in Engelskirchen?
Engelskirchen: With an ascent of 8,370 m, Bergischer Panoramasteig has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Kaltenbach with 632 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail in Engelskirchen?
The most popular and difficult trail in Engelskirchen is Bergischer Panoramasteig Stage 1: Ründeroth – Lindlar with a 4.5-star rating from 7 reviews.
Are there camping trails available in Engelskirchen?
According to AllTrails.com, there is 1 camping trail in Engelskirchen which is Vogelweg (mit Erweiterung) with an average 0.0 star rating from 0 community reviews.
Are there running trails available in Engelskirchen?
According to AllTrails.com, there is 1 running trail in Engelskirchen which is Wanderweg A4 (Engelkirchen) with an average 3.3 star rating from 4 community reviews.
Are there any trails with scenic mountain peak views in Engelskirchen?
Yes, there are 7 trails with scenic mountain peak views in Engelskirchen, including Bergischer Streifzug Nr. 14 Höhlenweg, Bergischer Panoramasteig Stage 1: Ründeroth – Lindlar, Kaltenbach, Schleifenwanderung von Ründeroth zur Hohen Warte and Ruenderoth - Wahlscheid.
Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Engelskirchen?
Yes, there are 6 trails with scenic viewpoints in Engelskirchen, including Bergischer Streifzug Nr. 14 Höhlenweg, Ründeroth-Oesinghausen Circular Route, Kaltenbach, Schleifenwanderung von Ründeroth zur Hohen Warte and Engelskirchen: Panoramaweg Nord.
Are there any trails with caves in Engelskirchen?
Yes, there are 5 trails with caves in Engelskirchen, including Bergischer Streifzug Nr. 14 Höhlenweg, Agger Valley Cave Circular Route, Schleifenwanderung von Ründeroth zur Hohen Warte, Engelskirchen: Panoramaweg Nord and Engelskirchen - Feckelsberg - Siefelshagen.
Are there any trails with lakes in Engelskirchen?
Yes, there are 2 trails with lakes in Engelskirchen, including Von Schloss Ehreshoven nach Hohkeppel and Vogelweg (mit Erweiterung).
Are there any trails with archaeological sites in Engelskirchen?
Yes, there is one trail with an archaeological site in Engelskirchen: Engelskirchen: Panoramaweg Nord.
Are there any trails with weather shelters in Engelskirchen?
Yes, there are 5 trails with weather shelters in Engelskirchen, including Ründeroth-Oesinghausen Circular Route, Kaltenbach, Schleifenwanderung von Ründeroth zur Hohen Warte, Engelskirchen: Panoramaweg Nord and Engelskirchen - Feckelsberg - Siefelshagen.
Are there any trails with castles in Engelskirchen?
Yes, there are 2 trails with castles in Engelskirchen, including Von Schloss Ehreshoven nach Hohkeppel and Vogelweg (mit Erweiterung).
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Points of interest
- Schönes Ründeroth
- Windloch
- Aggertalhöhle
- Wohnmobilstellplatz Am Alten Freibad Engelskirchen
- Schutzhütte "Aggerblick"
- Schloß Ehreshoven
- Zwergendorf
- Der Strenger Hammer
- Ehreshovener Stausee
- Hängebrücke in Kastor
- Hohe Warte
- Mühlenberghöhle
- Stausee Ohl-Grünscheid
- Mühlenberg
- Aggertallehöhle Ründeroth
- Hundskopf
- Hüttenberg
- Brandskopf
- Steimelsberg
- Großer Borrberg