Best river trails in Königswinter

Panoramic hiking trail in Königswinter, North Rhine-Westphalia. The trail starts at the car park in Königswinter. The starting point can also be reached by public transport. This beautiful hike begins with an ascent to Drachenfels Castle near Königswinter. This ascent is rewarded with a magnificent view. From there, the route continues to the Milchhäuschen, where you can stop for refreshments (note opening times). From there, the route returns past Hirschburg Castle on the Hirschberg. A...

Idyllic round trip to Drachenschloss, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany This route leads into the Siebengebirge nature park on the beautiful Rhine. It starts at the "Königswinter - Drachenfelsbahn". The hike leads along gravel roads and well-paved paths into the large park that surrounds the castle near the Drachenfels. Alternatively, the Drachenfelsbahn can be used. The name of this fairytale castle is as impressive as the castle itself. It can also be visited from the inside for a fee. From...

The route starts and finishes at the Königswinter ferry landing stage. From here, the route leads up to Drachenfels, then on to Wolkenburg Castle. From here it gets steep and rocky, but at the top there is a great narrow path with beautiful views of the Siebengebirge. The route then continues to the Milchhäusschen (delicious coffee and cake) and then back past the Drachenburg to Königswinter and the ferry.

Popular, multifaceted hiking trail in the Bergisches Land, North Rhine-Westphalia. Away from the classic paths, the route leads comfortably through the Siebengebirge. A monastery, a castle, beautiful mountain peaks, and some rest stops are passed. Starting at Heisterbach Abbey, the route goes counter-clockwise toward Petersberg, with the magnificent Petersberg Palace, and then to the Nonnenstromberg. Finally, the trail leads past the Stenzelberg laterite quarry with its small gorges and rock...

This route follows stage 2 of the Rheinsteig, which begins in Königswinter and ends in Bad Honnef. Starting at the Drachenfels rack railway station, the path ascends past Drachenfels Castle into the mixed forests of the Siebengebirge. It passes the Uhlan Memorial above Rhöndorf, winds up to the Löwenburg ruins and the Löwenburger Hof, and navigates steep switchbacks before descending into Bad Honnef. Overnight stays are accommodated in local guesthouses and hotels in Bad Honnef, as wild...

Varied 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,...

The 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...

Panoramic circular hiking trail in the Siebengebirge Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. Löwenburg Castle is one of the "seven great mountains" of the Siebengebirge. The ruins of Löwenburg Castle, built in the mid-13th century, are enthroned on the 455 metre high summit. However, this circular hike offers many other highlights, including fantastic views of the Rhine Valley and the striking Drachenfels - also one of the seven great mountains - with its ruined castle dating back to the 12th...

Leisurely hike along the Rhine. This wonderful circular walk leads from Rhöndorf railway station to Drachenfels and from there via Milchhäuschen and Nachtigallental to Königswinter. In addition to wonderful views, this route also leads past a castle and charming villages. This route can also be turned into a circular route by walking back to Rhöndorf via the Rhine promenade. Highlights of the hike: - Nibelungenhalle and dragon cave - Reptile zoo - Drachenburg Castle - Drachenfels castle...

Panoramic 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...