Best river trails in Hellenthal
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Explore the most popular river trails near Hellenthal 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 (39)·Moderate·14.2 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrPromising hiking excursion in the North Eifel Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. The short hike of 13.5 kilometers leads around the Oleftalsperre—an unexcited tour in wonderful silence with lovely views of the calm lake. Almost the entire route is along a paved path. Highlights of the tour: - Idyllic natural landscapes - Local flora and fauna - Magnificent views of and around the Oleftalsperre
- 4.5 (18)·Hard·14.2 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrCertified, cultural-historical quality hiking trail near Hellenthal, North Rhine-Westphalia. The first highlight right at the start is the medieval hilltop castle at 450 metres in Reifferscheid, which was first documented in 1106. The white round tower can be seen from afar. In addition to the keep, a gate and surrounding walls have been preserved. From the lookout tower at Reifferscheid Castle, you can enjoy a marvellous view of the Eifel. The church of St Matthias is a second landmark. The...
- 4.3 (12)·Moderate·15.3 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrBeautiful, panoramic hike in Hellenthal, North Rhine-Westphalia. This idyllic circular walk starts at the Hellenthal campsite and leads along the Prether stream through the "Prether Bachtal und Nebenbäche" nature reserve. With a bit of luck, you might spot a small kingfisher hunting along the way. Highlights: - Wonderful views - Local flora and fauna - Varied natural landscapes - Refreshment stops (Oberprether Mühle)
- 4.1 (13)·Moderate·14 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrA beautiful loop around the dam near Hellenthal. There is a fairly steep climb right at the start. The forest chapel was built in 1898 by order of Count Engelberg-Marie von Arenberg. As there are no refreshment stops except in the village of Hellenthal, you should take some provisions with you. There are benches and shelters along the way.
- 4.1 (14)·Moderate·15.6 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrPanoramic and historical hiking tour in Hollerath, North Rhine-Westphalia. This circular hike starts from the Hollerather Knie car park into the beautiful and shady forest. You can also arrive by bus and start from there. Highlights of the tour: - Beautiful natural landscapes - Great views - Local flora and fauna
- 4.1 (8)·Hard·20.6 km·Est. 5.5–6 hrPicturesque hiking circuit near Hellenthal in North Rhine-Westphalia. This route runs along beautiful rock formations from the Weißer Stein across the Belgian border and through the forest areas in the west. Highlights of the hike: - White Stone (693 m) - Shady forest paths - Hiking along the Jansbach - Hiking in the Belgian-German border region
- 4.7 (6)·Moderate·10.6 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrHistorical circular walk in the North Eifel, North Rhine-Westphalia. The North Eifel is known for its legendary hiking trails and paths. The Eifel loop "Sonnenglück" is one of 95 hiking loops and offers pure relaxation. Wide meadows, fields and the Brenshöhe with its magnificent views characterise the landscape. Not to be forgotten is the historical highlight of the tour - the medieval hilltop castle of Reifferscheid with a café with medieval charm. The small chapels along the way also make...
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest river trail in Hellenthal?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest river trail in Hellenthal is Kylltal-Radweg: Losheim nach Trier. This trail is estimated to be 122.8 km long.
Which river trail has the most elevation gain in Hellenthal?
Hellenthal: With an ascent of 5,602 m, Hellenthal: Tour 4 has the most elevation gain of all of the river trails in the area. The next highest ascent for river trails is Kylltal-Radweg: Losheim nach Trier with 2,254 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult river trail in Hellenthal?
The most popular and difficult river trail in Hellenthal is EifelSpur: The Robber Barons Trail with a 4.5-star rating from 18 reviews.