Best hard trails in Königswinter
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- 4.6 (58)·Hard·15.8 km·Est. 5.5–6 hrVaried and panoramic hike in the Siebengebirge Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. The beautiful loop leads through the Siebengebirge. It can also be reached by bus and train. There are also refreshment stops along the way. It partly follows the Rheinsteig route and well-known long-distance hiking trails. Visitors interested in culture and nature are given an insight into Beethoven's landscape around 1780 with the help of a landscape mediation system. There was no Schloss Drachenburg,...
- 4.5 (69)·Hard·12.7 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrThe varied circuit in the Siebengebirge, North Rhine-Westphalia. This route leads through the beautiful and varied Siebengebirge. Particular highlights are the Königswinter, the Petersberg, the Ölberg, and the Nachtigallental. The hike can be started with a ferry crossing over the Rhine or directly on the home side at the ferry port, where there are also parking spaces. It also goes to the legendary Drachenfels, the most famous mountain in the Siebengebirge. The varied volcanic landscape is...
- 4.5 (24)·Hard·25.7 km·Est. 9–10 hrPanoramic circular route in the Siebengebirge A demanding and long tour that leads to one of the oldest nature reserves in Germany and requires a good level of fitness. As the name suggests, 10 magnificent mountain views are discovered along the way. It also goes to historical sights such as the Drachenfels and the Löwenburg ruins. The start is at the Margarethenhöhe car park (parking for a fee). Both at the starting point and on the way there are opportunities to stop. The route is not...
- 4.7 (30)·Hard·20.3 km·Est. 7–8 hrPopular and scenic circular route near Königswinter in North Rhine-Westphalia. This circular route passes two highlights of the Siebengebirge - the Drachenfelsen and the Petersburg - on beautiful (and sometimes very steep) paths. It passes through the stunning hilly countryside with some marvelous views. The route starts at the Margaretenhöhe parking lot. The path leads over Großer Ölberg to Petersberg, with its magnificent view of the Rhine. Via the Geisberg and the Nachtigallental valley,...
- 5.0 (12)·Hard·26.1 kmVaried running circuit in Königswinter, North Rhine-Westphalia. Route as of 2018 (incl. 2020). Does *not* include the paths through the dragon castle grounds, which may only be entered during the official run. Highlights of the route: - Beautiful natural landscapes - Local flora and fauna - Beautiful views
- 4.5 (16)·Hard·15.1 km·Est. 5.5–6 hrCharming hiking tour with great views in the Siebengebirge nature park, North Rhine-Westphalia. This is an excellent trail with lots of shade and beautiful views of the Rhine and the surrounding area. From the hiking car park "Dicker Stein," it goes through the hilly landscape of the Siebengebirge. In addition to beautiful nature, there are some historical highlights along the way, such as Drachenfels Castle, Drachenburg Castle, Hirschburg Castle, and the Rosenau Castle ruins. An excellent...
- 4.6 (16)·Hard·19.6 km·Est. 6.5–7.5 hrHistorical and varied hiking tour in Königswinter, North Rhine-Westphalia. The tour starts and ends at the Margarethenhöhe car park and first leads along the Drachenfelsstrasse via the Wolkenburg to the magnificent Drachenfels plateau. If you take a short diversions, you can also visit Drachenburg Castle. The route returns to the starting point via Petersberg and Nonnenstromberg. Highlights: - Margarethenhöhe with Margarethen cross - View from the Geisberg - Wolkenburg castle - Walk through...
- 4.4 (8)·Hard·21.6 km·Est. 7.5–8 hrExciting circular hike in the Siebengebirge Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. This approximately six-and-a-half-hour hike leads from Königswinter up to the Großer Ölberg, the highest mountain in the Siebengebirge. You should be in good physical condition for this 21-kilometre hike - after around 10 kilometres, you will reach the summit of the Großer Ölberg on an almost constant, gentle ascent. Highlights of the hike: - Vineyards near Oberdollendorf - Heisterbach Monastery - Großer Ölberg...
- 4.1 (7)·Hard·15.8 km·Est. 5.5–6 hrPopular circular hiking trail in the Siebengebirge Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia This beautiful circular walk starts at the car park at the Drachenfelsbahn valley station (alternatively: travel by bus and train to Königswinter station). The varied route leads through the mountains of the Siebengebirge between Königswinter and Bad Honnef. There are always spectacular views of the Rhine Valley. Hikers interested in history will also find a real attraction in Drachenburg Castle, built in...
- 4.7 (19)·Hard·27 km·Est. 9–10 hrHistorical and scenic hiking trail in the Siebengebirge Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. The tour starts in Thomasberg and goes via Königswinter. There is a lot to see and explore along the way. Drachenburg Castle is definitely worth a visit. Highlights of the tour: - Local flora and fauna - Beautiful natural landscapes - Siebengebirge Nature Park - Great views - Drachenburg Castle - Petersberg
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- Drachenfels
- Petersberg
- Rosenau
- Stenzelberg
- Schloß Drachenburg
- Burgruine Drachenfels
- Drachenmarionette (Münzgerät)
- Drachenburgblick
- Großer Ölberg
- Heisterbach Abbey
- Dr.-Horster-Hütte
- Hütte Rheinblick
- Nonnenstromberg
- ehem. Basaltsteinbruch Weilberg
- Hirschberghütte
- Kleiner Ölberg
- Wolkenburg
- Liebesbrünnchen
- Der Minuten Esel
- Hirschberg