Best cave trails in Erkensruhr
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Explore the most popular cave trails near Erkensruhr 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
- 4.6 (103)·Moderate·7.7 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrMeditative circular route in the Eifel National Park, North Rhine-Westphalia This hike was created by the "Church in the Eifel National Park" network and the National Park administration. Under the motto "On the trail of life", a spiritual approach to nature in the beautiful Eifel landscape can be found along several stations. The Creation Path itself is 3km long and leads up to the Dreiborn plateau. If you want, you can also go on a guided hike (see tips). Depending on the weather, the path...
- 4.5 (19)·Moderate·9.7 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrPicturesque circular hike in the Eifel National Park, North Rhine-Westphalia This idyllic circular hike starts at the chapel in Erkensruhr and leads along beautiful forest paths along the Erkensruhr in the direction of Dreiborn. Past old slate quarries and the "Waldstube" in Hirschrott, the path leads back into the valley. There is a refreshment stop in Erkensruhr. Highlights: - Forest chapel Erkensruhr - Bat caves - Beautiful views - Local flora and fauna - Labyrinth
- 4.5 (18)·Moderate·14.3 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrIdyllic nature hike near Erkensruhr in the Eifel National Park. This beautiful route leads through the lonely and beautiful landscapes of Püngelbachtal and Wüstebachtal. In the midst of natural, wildly romantic mixed deciduous forests and along the wild streams, you can really relax. Depending on the weather conditions, the ground can be a bit muddy. As part of the "Wilderness of Tomorrow" national park concept, the forest in some places has not been worked by humans for decades, and the...
- 4.6 (17)·Moderate·12.7 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrScenic nature hike in Erkensruhr, North Rhine-Westphalia. This beautiful trail leads along parts of the Creation Trail on narrow paths up to the Dreiborn plateau. The trail leads across the special, almost Mediterranean-like landscape of the plateau, past the forest chapel and back to the starting point. The path is steep and stony in places. Highlights of the route: - Idyllic natural landscapes - Local flora and fauna - Beautiful views - Bat caves
- 3.7 (6)·Moderate·15 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrPrehistoric rock and sparkling streams in the Eifel National Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. The starting point of this rustic nature excursion is at the hiking car park in Hirschrott. The forest path leads a few hundred meters along the Erkenruhr until a shelter appears at the fork in the road. From there, the signposted path "Theme Tour 3" leads to the left. There are some old slate quarries on and next to the path, which are home to various species of bats. It goes over and then along the...
- 3.8 (13)·Moderate·15.4 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrScenic Eifel circular route near Erkensruhr in North Rhine-Westphalia. This idyllic circular route starts at the Erkensruhr/Finkenauel car park and leads steadily up beautiful forest paths to the heights of the Dreiborn plateau. The effort is rewarded with breathtaking views. There are countless gorse bushes along the way - you can experience them blooming here between May and June. The “Schöpfungsweg” leads back to the starting point. The Finkenauel car park at the start of the hike is...
- 4.0 (6)·Moderate·15.3 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrPicturesque circular hike through the desert and Püngebach valley near Erkensruhr in North Rhine-Westphalia. In the footsteps of the slate – this scenic circular hike leads along the Wüstebach and Püngelbach streams and the slate quarries, as well as through beautiful wet meadows and disused tunnels that are now only used as shelter and breeding grounds for bats. Slate can be seen on the roofs of houses all over the region. This route can be walked all year round and also invites you to take...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest trail with caves in Erkensruhr?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail with caves in Erkensruhr is Erkensruhr Broom Blossom. This trail is estimated to be 15.4 km long.
Which cave trail has the most elevation gain in Erkensruhr?
Erkensruhr: With an ascent of 515 m, Erkensruhr Broom Blossom has the most elevation gain of all of the cave trails in the area. The next highest ascent for cave trails is From Erkensruhr through the Püngel and Wüstebach Valleys with 429 m of elevation gain.