Best river trails in Gemünd
4.2(144 reviews)
Explore the most popular river trails near Gemünd 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 (28)·Hard·23 km·Est. 6.5–7 hrIdyllic section of the Wilderness Trail in the Eifel Along the route, nature is deliberately left to its own devices, so that the wilderness is slowly but surely returning. The third part of the popular hiking trail leads through the Kermeter ridge, which is considered the heart of the national park. Here you can enjoy extensive beech and oak forests and discover a lot along the way. The route begins at the national park gate in Gemünd and leads through impressive beech forests, past the...
- 4.6 (31)·Hard·17.1 km·Est. 5.5–6 hrPopular circular route in the Eifel National Park, North Rhine-Westphalia As the name suggests, numerous views of the vast Eifel landscape waiting on this hike. The hike starts in beautiful Gemünd, from where the route leads westwards to Modenhübel and then to Vogelsang. From here, the route leads over the Urft river and through the woods to Wolfgarten and back to the starting point. Highlights of the hike: - Lake Urft - Eifel view Kreuzberg - Eifel view Modenhübel - Old fire station tower...
- 3.9 (18)·Moderate·7.6 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrVaried Eifel circular route near Schleiden in North Rhine-Westphalia. This idyllic circular route starts at the car park in Dürener Straße. It leads steadily uphill into the forest on beautiful forest paths and returns to the starting point of the tour via Wolfgarten. Sturdy footwear is essential due to the sometimes very steep ascents and descents. There is a restaurant near the starting point to stop for refreshments. Highlights: - Wonderful views - Gemünd rose baths - Varied natural...
- 4.2 (23)·Moderate·12.1 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrIdyllic circular route in the Eifel National Park near Schleiden, North Rhine-Westphalia Signposting: T7 The circular route "Auf verschlungenen Pfaden" ("On winding paths") lives up to its name, as it leads along winding, steeply ascending paths through moss-covered forests full of spruce and oak trees. Near Wolfgarten is the place where the old fire watch tower stood until the fire in 2017 - one of several towers that used to be used to monitor the area in the event of a forest fire....
- 4.2 (7)·Hard·33.5 km·Est. 8.5–9.5 hrChallenging and beautiful circular hiking trail in the Eifel National Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. This beautiful route leads from Gemünd in a large loop to Einruhr and back. On the first part, you hike across wide meadows and idyllic streams in the middle of the forest. In Einruhr, you reach the Obersee lake and hike on the other side to the Paulushofdamm dam near Rurberg. From there, the route continues along the green banks of the Urft and Lake Urft. Accessible by bus and train. There...
- 4.6 (7)·Moderate·38 km·Est. 10–10.5 hrScenic bike tour in Gemünd, North Rhine-Westphalia. From the National Park Gate in Gemünd, the route climbs for a longer time to Herhahn and the heights of Wollseifen. The route runs for the most part on paved cycle paths of the NRW cycling network and partly leads over gravelled forest paths. Caution: The path from Wolllseifen to the Urftseemauer goes very steeply downhill in two places. It might be necessary to get off the bike here. This section of the trail and also the longer ascent...
- 4.1 (12)·Moderate·8.9 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrIdyllic circular route through the Eifel National Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. This idyllic circular hike starts in Gemünd and leads along the winding Eulenweg up to the Maisberg. Passing the Kohlweghütte it goes to the Mauelter Berg. The narrow Kutschweg takes you back down to the valley. The hike is well signposted with the number 11. On the way you will occasionally come across evidence of the iron industry - a separate route is dedicated to this with the iron hiking trail. Shortly...
- 4.1 (6)·Easy·4.8 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrIdyllic and varied circular route in North Rhine-Westphalia. This relaxing route starts at Marienplatz in Gemünd and leads via the wilderness trail to Malsbende and via the Eifelsteig to the national park gate. Along the entire route, various information boards provide information about the history of the region and the town. In Gemünd you will find delicious places to stop for refreshments. Accessible by train with the Oleftalbahn railway. Highlights: - National park gate - Idyllic town...
- 4.0 (3)·Hard·41.5 km·Est. 12–13 hrScenic mountain bike tour in the Eifel National Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. The tour leads through the sometimes steep ups and downs of the magnificent Eifel landscape. Most of the time it goes through the forest. But since it also goes along rivers, the Rursee and Urftsee and Heimbach, it never gets boring on the way. A stop in Heimach is worthwhile to discover the old town and find a café for a break. The starting point can be reached by bus and train. Highlights of the hike: - Urft...
- 4.6 (3)·Easy·4.5 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrInteresting hiking excursion in Gemünd. The iron hiking trail takes you into the world of mining in the Urfttal valley. Follow trail marker 19 and you will discover how ore was mined, smelted and forged in Gemünd centuries ago. Station 1 is located directly at the national park gate, where you can obtain useful information. You will come across a total of eight interesting stations along the Urft river. With a variant between the "Dürener Berg" and "Maueler Pfad" locations, the trail is also...
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest river trail in Gemünd?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest river trail in Gemünd is Eifel Heights Route Stage 4: Gemünd - Blankenheim. This trail is estimated to be 47.3 km long.
Which river trail has the most elevation gain in Gemünd?
Gemünd: With an ascent of 1,210 m, MTB Tour: Gemünd - Rursee - Urftsee - Vogelsang has the most elevation gain of all of the river trails in the area. The next highest ascent for river trails is Eifel Heights Route Stage 4: Gemünd - Blankenheim with 868 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult river trail in Gemünd?
The most popular and difficult river trail in Gemünd is Wilderness Trail Stage 3: Gemünd - Heimbach with a 4.4-star rating from 28 reviews.