Best trails in Krefeld
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Looking for the best walking trails in Krefeld? Whether you're getting ready to hike, cycle, trail run, or explore other outdoor pursuits, AllTrails has 29 picturesque trails in the Krefeld area. Discover hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from fellow outdoor enthusiasts.
Explore one of 10 easy walking routes in Krefeld, with child-friendly routes for your next family outing. Venture outdoors and learn more about the area's historic sites or take a break from the hustle and bustle along the many tree-lined paths surrounding Krefeld. Perfect for little feet, paws, walkers and outdoor enthusiasts of any skill level.
Top trails
- 4.4 (61)·Easy·6 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrFamily-friendly and scenic hike near Krefeld, North Rhine-Westphalia. This is a great hiking trail that leads around Lake Elfrath. There are many sporting and cultural activities on offer, but swimming is prohibited for safety reasons. There are plenty of parking spaces at the starting point and a café to stop off at. Highlights of the tour: - Lake Elfrath - Dog exercise area - Soccer pitch
- 4.0 (26)·Moderate·7.4 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrIdyllic and charming hike in Krefeld, North Rhine-Westphalia. An enchanting tour through the beautiful Hülser Bruch nature reserve. You can go hiking or jogging there. Highlights of the tour: - Beautiful views in the Hülser Bruch nature reserve - Local flora and fauna - Natural landscapes worth seeing
- 4.2 (15)·Easy·5 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrRelaxed circular hiking trail near Krefeld, North Rhine-Westphalia. The Krefeld circular trail A1 leads through the Forstwald forest. The route is predominantly signposted and runs calmly along wide forest paths that are also suitable for pushchairs and - possibly with some assistance - wheelchairs. Thanks to the good public transport connections, you can also go for a walk or run here after work. Highlights of the hike: - Well-maintained forest paths - Stop off at the Forsthaus café and...
- 3.7 (18)·Moderate·6 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrThis restorative and diverse circular hike leads through the Forstwald, an extensive forest and park area in the west of Krefeld, right on the border with Tönisvorst. The path explores the history-rich grounds of what was once the "Krefeld City Forest," following a mixture of level forest tracks, shaded avenues, and reinforced paths leading to the picturesque lakes and ponds of the area. A central highlight is the contrast between the dense pine and mixed forest stands and the open water...
- 4.3 (13)·Moderate·11.7 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular circular route near Krefeld, North Rhine-Westphalia Two nature reserves, the Hülser Berg with its observation tower and several game reserves - all this and much more can be expected on this beautiful circular route through woods and fields. The route starts in the historic centre of Hüls and leads through the Hülser Bruch nature reserve, marked with a water lily. In addition to the culturally historical Pottbäckerkuhlen, the extraction clay extraction sites, the landscape is...
- 3.7 (14)·Moderate·13.8 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrOfficial hiking trail of the DVV hiking club Frischauf in the north of Krefeld in North Rhine-Westphalia To the north of Krefeld, this route runs through the Riethbenden, Hülser Bruch and Egelsberg nature reserves. The Krefeld airfield at the start of the route is also particularly worth seeing. Highlights: - Numerous nature reserves - Hiking on field and forest paths - Krefeld airfield
- 4.2 (6)·Moderate·1.6 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrUphill Trail of the Hometrail Krefeld e. V. This short gravel path leads to the top of Inrather Berg, from where several downhill trails of Hometrail Krefeld e. V. can be reached. The "Climd-Difficult" of the uphill trail is indicated as green. On average, it takes around 9 minutes to ride the route.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails in Krefeld?
There are plenty of things to do on Krefeld's hiking trails. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 9 hiking trails, 5 mountain biking trails, 5 road biking trails, and more.
What is the longest trail in Krefeld?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Krefeld is Neandertal - Nordbahntrasse -Baldeneysee. This trail is estimated to be 151.8 km long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain in Krefeld?
Krefeld: With an ascent of 2,386 m, Neandertal - Nordbahntrasse -Baldeneysee has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Radtour: Krefeld entlang der Ruhr und Elfringhauser Schweiz with 2,284 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail in Krefeld?
The most popular and difficult trail in Krefeld is Hülser SV Permanente RTF - 73er Strecke with a 3.0-star rating from 1 reviews.
Are there camping trails available in Krefeld?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 3 camping trails in Krefeld and the most popular is X9 Rhein-Maas-Weg with an average 5.0 star rating from 2 community reviews.
Are there running trails available in Krefeld?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 2 running trails in Krefeld and the most popular is Hülser Bruch Rundweg A4 with an average 4.0 star rating from 26 community reviews.
Are there biking trails available in Krefeld?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 10 biking trails in Krefeld and the most popular is Uphill Hometrail Krefeld with an average 4.2 star rating from 6 community reviews.
Are there any trails with scenic mountain peak views in Krefeld?
Yes, there are 13 trails with scenic mountain peak views in Krefeld, including Hülser Bruch Rundweg A4, Hülser Bruch: Pottbäcker Hiking Trail, Kapuzinerweg Flugfeld Krefeld nach Kliedbruch, Uphill Hometrail Krefeld and Hülser Pottbäckerweg.
Are there any trails with castles in Krefeld?
Yes, there are 9 trails with castles in Krefeld, including Hülser Bruch: Pottbäcker Hiking Trail, Hülser Pottbäckerweg, Uerdinger Altstadtrunde und Rheinbrücke, Krefeld: Linn - Ossum and Rund um Hüls: Fliethgraben - Finnbruchgraben - Burgpark.
Are there any trails with lakes in Krefeld?
Yes, there are 7 trails with lakes in Krefeld, including Elfrather Lake, X9 Rhein-Maas-Weg, Cycle Tour: The Lower Rhine Uplands to Oermter Berg, Radroute Krefeld R3 and Radroute Krefeld R1.
Are there any trails with rivers in Krefeld?
Yes, there are 5 trails with rivers in Krefeld, including Kapuzinerweg Flugfeld Krefeld nach Kliedbruch, Radroute Krefeld R2, Uerdinger Altstadtrunde und Rheinbrücke, Cycle Tour: The Lower Rhine Uplands to Oermter Berg and Hülser SV Permanente RTF - 42er Strecke.
Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Krefeld?
Yes, there are 4 trails with scenic viewpoints in Krefeld, including Hülser Bruch Rundweg A4, Hülser Bruch: Pottbäcker Hiking Trail, X9 Rhein-Maas-Weg and X10 Rhein-Rur-Weg.
Are there any trails with historical monuments in Krefeld?
Yes, there are 3 trails with historical monuments in Krefeld, including Hülser Bruch: Pottbäcker Hiking Trail, Cycle Tour: The Lower Rhine Uplands to Oermter Berg and X10 Rhein-Rur-Weg.
Are there any trails with springs in Krefeld?
Yes, there are 3 trails with springs in Krefeld, including Hülser Bruch: Pottbäcker Hiking Trail, Hülser Pottbäckerweg and X9 Rhein-Maas-Weg.
Are there any trails with ponds in Krefeld?
Yes, there are 6 trails with ponds in Krefeld, including Elfrather Lake, Kapuzinerweg Flugfeld Krefeld nach Kliedbruch, Radroute Krefeld R2, Cycle Tour: The Lower Rhine Uplands to Oermter Berg and Radroute Krefeld R3.
