Best forest trails in Kerpen
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Explore the most popular forest trails near Kerpen 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
- 3.9 (8)·Moderate·14.2 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrOfficial hiking trail of the Eifelverein Kerpen in Horrem, North Rhine-Westphalia From Horren railway station, this hiking trail runs anti-clockwise past Hemmersbach Castle, through the Parrig nature reserve to Boisdorfer See. At the southern tip, you can visit the Pope's Hill - from which Pope Benedict XVI preached to the participants of World Youth Day in 2003. The route is easily accessible by train/bus. Highlights: - Lake Boisdorf - Parrig nature reserve - Hemmersbach Castle - Pope's Hill
- 3.5 (3)·Easy·4.5 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrScenic walking and running route in Kerpen, North Rhine-Westphalia. The Hambach Forest is a common oak-hornbeam-meadow lily forest covering around 500 hectares in North Rhine-Westphalia between Cologne and Aachen. Highlights of the route: - Idyllic natural landscapes - Beautiful views - Interesting local flora and fauna
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest forest trail in Kerpen?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Kerpen is RTF RSC Kerpen 112er Strecke. This trail is estimated to be 111.5 km long.
Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Kerpen?
Kerpen: With an ascent of 1,571 m, RTF RSC Kerpen 112er Strecke has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is Köln: Rennradtour ab Sindorf with 1,073 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult forest trail in Kerpen?
The most popular and difficult forest trail in Kerpen is RTF RSC Kerpen 112er Strecke with a 4.0-star rating from 1 reviews.
