Best forest trails in Goch
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Explore the most popular forest trails near Goch 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
- 4.5 (57)·Moderate·9.5 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrNature hike in Goch, North Rhine-Westphalia. The route begins at the car park on Triftstraße and leads along the Niers. The mill ponds in the nature reserve are particularly refreshing. The 5-hectare area has several oxbow lakes in the Niers lowlands and enchants visitors with its near-natural banks of reeds and tall herbaceous plants, which provide spawning grounds for amphibians and breeding grounds for waterfowl and songbirds. Highlights of the tour: - Niersaltarme nature reserve and...
- 3.9 (5)·Moderate·19.6 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrVaried and charming hiking trail in Goch, North Rhine-Westphalia. Very beautiful hiking trail with fruit trees, hedges and ring ditches. The highlight is the small lake Zandwinning De Banen. Highlights of the tour: - Beautiful natural landscapes - Hiking through the Reichswald forest - Interesting local flora and fauna
- 4.5 (2)·Easy·9.2 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrThis route explores Kessel and its surroundings. It circles the small lake in the north of the town and then follows the River Niers for a while. It leads through the small forest south of the town and then passes the Nuthgraben. It then returns to the city via the Scharsenweg. A lovely run or walk with the dog.
- 3.6 (7)·Moderate·11.3 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrPicturesque and varied hiking and running trail near Goch, North Rhine-Westphalia. This tour starts directly into the adventurous and shady forest. You can take a deep breath here, especially on warm days. Highlights of the tour: - Nice views - Along the Niers - Shady Reichswald forest
- 4.5 (3)·Moderate·21.4 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrThis is segment 8 of the Maas-Niederrheinpad. This hiking trail follows the Niers river basin past historic farms toward Kevelaer. Walkers cross the Kessel-Graefthal woodland and Schloss Wissen castle grounds. Overnight stays are possible at campgrounds near the destination, requiring advance booking in summer. Both Goch and the pilgrimage town feature local eateries alongside supermarkets for supplies. Start and finish locations are accessible by public transit via https://www.bahn.de/ and...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest forest trail in Goch?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Goch is Maas-Niederrheinpad Segment 8: Goch - Kevelaer. This trail is estimated to be 21.4 km long.
Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Goch?
Goch: With an ascent of 313 m, Reichswald bei Kleve Kranenburg has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is Maas-Niederrheinpad Segment 8: Goch - Kevelaer with 218 m of elevation gain.