Best bird watching trails in Leverkusen
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Explore the most popular bird watching trails near Leverkusen with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
Top trails
- 4.5 (11)·Moderate·10.5 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrThe nature reserve on Hornpottweg is a great place to observe birds and other wild animals. Don't miss the water buffalo and cattle in the old gravel pit, which you are welcome to watch but are not allowed to feed. Dogs must be kept on a lead throughout the nature reserve.
- 4.4 (14)·Easy·4.5 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrEasy circular route through the nature reserve. A real insider tip for birdwatchers (69 species were recorded here in 2015) and wildlife spotting. The cattle and water buffalo are also a real highlight, providing natural grazing on the former gravel pit (please do not feed them!). Dogs must be kept on a lead throughout the reserve.
- 4.8 (5)·Moderate·6.9 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrThe route runs through the forest on mostly good and wide paths. Only after heavy rain is the route a little muddy in places. The route can be walked all year round. You will only occasionally come across other people, cyclists and dogs. The route is busier at weekends.
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest bird watching trail in Leverkusen?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest bird watching trail in Leverkusen is Dünnwald - Naturschutzgebiet am Hornpottweg - Von-Diegardt-See. This trail is estimated to be 10.5 km long.
Which bird watching trail has the most elevation gain in Leverkusen?
Leverkusen: With an ascent of 212 m, Dünnwald - Naturschutzgebiet am Hornpottweg - Von-Diegardt-See has the most elevation gain of all of the bird watching trails in the area. The next highest ascent for bird watching trails is Durch das Erholungsgebiet Dünnwald ab Waldsiedlung with 134 m of elevation gain.
