Best partially-paved trails in Cologne

Popular city walk in Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia. This city walk goes through Cologne's city centre, past many of the city's most famous sights. It starts at the Rhine, which will be crossed via the Hohenzollern Bridge - famous for its hundreds of thousands of love locks. Of course, Cologne Cathedral, which was built in 1248 and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is also along the route. Highlights of the route: - Rhine - Hohenzollern Bridge - Cologne Cathedral - Numerous museums - Rhine...

Family-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

Scenic city walk in Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia. A beautiful circular route without much ascent, which always leads along the banks of the Rhine and past numerous attractions. There is the Rhine Park and Cologne Cathedral and much more to discover in the historic city centre. The start and finish points are easily accessible, right next to Cologne Central Station. The route can be individually shortened or extended and there are numerous cafés and restaurants to stop off at. Highlights...

This beautiful loop only leaves out the Rodenkirchen and Merkenich motorway bridges in the south and north (there must still be challenges left for spring). Otherwise, all six Cologne city centre bridges are included! Accessible by bus and train, start and finish at Cologne Central Station.

Family-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...

Sixth section of the Cologne Trail, North Rhine-Westphalia. This stage leads along the Rhine for longer. The route is often shared with cyclists, so mutual respect is important. There are cafés and restaurants in Flittard to stop for a bite to eat and after this section of the hike, the route heads into the countryside for a bit. As always, the hiking trail is well connected to public transport. Highlights: - idyllic lakes and rivers - "Alter Schlackehafen" viewpoint - Stammheim castle park

Popular 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

Charming route in Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia. This beautiful hike is a short section of the famous Cologne Trail. It starts at the Heinrich-Lübke-Ufer car park, right next to the bus stop of the same name. It goes along the Rhine and through green forest to the Siegstraße bus stop (line 16). Highlights of the route: - Beautiful natural landscapes - Beautiful views of the Rhine

First stage of the long-distance hiking trail Kölnpfad, North Rhine-Westphalia. A good basic level of fitness is required for the first, quite long stage of the Kölnpfad Trail. It starts at the Rodenkirchen bridge. The route passes the Weißer Rheinbogen, the Forest Botanical Garden and the Friedenswäldchen forest until the end of the stage, the Klettenbergpark, is reached. There are several places to stop for refreshments here. Highlights of the route: - Rhine bank - Forest Botanical...