Best child-friendly trails in Cologne
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Explore the most popular child-friendly trails near Cologne 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 (73)·Easy·5.3 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrFamily-friendly city walk in Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia. This is a nice, easy tour of Cologne. Always along the Rhine, it passes well-known attractions such as Cologne Cathedral. The route can be easily reached by bus and train. The start and finish of this walk is Cologne Central Station. Highlights of the route: - Beautiful cultural and urban landscape - Great views - Along the Rhine
- 4.7 (44)·Moderate·8.9 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrFamily-friendly hike in the heart of Cologne. Cologne's green belts are planned green zones that form a semi-circle around the city on both banks of the Rhine. This route leads around the Denksteine and Adenauer Weiher. Perfect for an afternoon walk with the family. Highlights of the hike: - Rhine bank - Local flora and fauna - Monuments - Adenauer pond ---- Accessible by bus and train
- 4.3 (30)·Easy·3.5 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrFamily-friendly circular route in Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia. This is an easy hike in the Cologne city forest, perfect for a relaxing stroll with the family or a leisurely jog. The circular route along the Marcel-Proust-Promenade can be wonderfully combined with a detour to the free and barrier-free Lindenthal animal park (unfortunately dogs are not allowed in here). More information about the zoo can be found under "Tips". The tour is accessible by bus and train. Highlights of the...
- 4.4 (20)·Easy·3.2 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrPopular walk in Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia. This is a very relaxed walk on the peninsula in the Rheinauhafen harbour. In the Chocolate Museum - the most visited museum in the city - interested visitors can learn all about chocolate production. Highlights of the route: - Rhine - Rhine harbour - Chocolate Museum Cologne
- 4.4 (34)·Moderate·6 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrBeautiful hiking trail north-east of Cologne in North Rhine-Westphalia This hiking trail leads to the idyllic Höhenfelder See lake and the Dünnwald wildlife park. The start and end point is at the Kalkweg hiking car park. A number of wild animals can be seen in the Dünnwald wildlife park. The lake is a quarry pond of a former gravel pit. However, swimming in the lake is not permitted. The route is very suitable for families with children. Highlights: - Lake Höhenfeld - Dünnwald wildlife...
- 4.7 (11)·Easy·9 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrFamily-friendly and panoramic hiking and walking tour in Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia. This route is ideal for an easy hike or a longer walk. The tour leads along the Cologne harbour on the Rhine. Highlights of the tour: - Along the Rhine - Local flora and fauna - North Park - Refreshment stops
- 3.2 (3)·Easy·1.9 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrShort walk around the Kahnweiher pond in Cologne in North Rhine-Westphalia This walking route runs around the Kahnweiher pond in Cologne's city forest and is also ideal as a short running route. The route is easily accessible by bus and train. Highlights: - Around the Kahnweiher pond - Shady forest paths - Ideal with small children
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest child-friendly trail in Cologne?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest child-friendly trail in Cologne is Great Harbor Loop. This trail is estimated to be 9.0 km long.
Which child-friendly trail has the most elevation gain in Cologne?
Cologne: With an ascent of 170 m, Cologne Green Belt has the most elevation gain of all of the child-friendly trails in the area. The next highest ascent for child-friendly trails is Great Harbor Loop with 107 m of elevation gain.
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Points of interest
- Baptisterium
- Cologne Cathedral
- Schinkenkessel (römisch/preussisch)
- Domfontäne
- Monte Troodelöh
- Tünnes und Schäl
- Von-Diergardt-See
- Roman Aqueduct
- Wiesenhaus Campingplatz
- Alter Schlackehafen
- Skulpturenpark Stammheim
- Römisches Nordtor
- Fühlinger See
- Cologne Cable Car
- KölnTriangle Cologne View
- St. Maria ad Gradus
- Decksteiner Weiher
- Pegel Köln
- Bastei
- Heinzelmännchenbrunnen