Best wildlife trails in Mechernich

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#1 - Hochwildpark Rheinland und Katzensteine
4.2 (21)·Moderate·8.7 km·Est. 2.5–3 hr
Charming and family-friendly excursion in Mechernich, North Rhine-Westphalia. Nordic walking route Hochwildpark Rheinland Mechernich. Start and end are in Katzvey at the car park. However, it is also easy to get there by public transport. Highlights of the tour: - Great views - Local flora and fauna - Beautiful natural landscapes - Veybach between Breitenbenden and Satzvey
#2 - Wanderung zur Burg Satzvey
4.1 (4)·Moderate·15.6 km·Est. 4–4.5 hr
#3 - Eifel loop mountain and valley
5.0 (2)·Moderate·9.2 km·Est. 2.5–3 hr
#4 - EifelSchleife Ab in den Wald!
4.7 (3)·Moderate·9.5 km·Est. 2.5–3 hr
Beautiful hike in the forest area near Mechernich, North Rhine-Westphalia. This hike can be reached by bus and train (Katzvey bus stop). For those travelling by car, there are parking facilities at the starting point. There are also refreshment stops in Mechernich. The route is therefore ideal as a day trip from Cologne or Bonn. Highlights of the hike: - Explore a former Roman quarry - Hiking through shady forest paths
#5 - Vussem Loop 7
4.1 (4)·Moderate·9.3 km·Est. 2.5–3 hr
Scenic and varied hiking and running tour in Vussem near Mechernich, North Rhine-Westphalia. Beautiful hike across fields, meadows and shady forest paths. Car parks are available, but you can also get here by bus. Highlights of the tour: - Beautiful views - Local flora and fauna - Beautiful natural landscapes
#6 - Römerkanal-Wanderweg Etappe 3: Mechernich - Kreuzweingarten
3.5 (3)·Moderate·13 km·Est. 3.5–4 hr
Stage 3 of the long-distance hiking trail "Römerkanal-Wanderweg", North Rhine-Westphalia. This is the third stage of the varied, approximately 115 km long Roman Canal Trail, which follows the course of a canal constructed by the Romans in the 1st century from Nettersheim through the High Fens-Eifel Nature Park to Sülz. The starting point of the third stage is in Dottel and the section ends in Kreuzweingarten. Beautiful forests, marvellous views and interesting remains of mighty buildings...
#7 - Von Mechernich nach Katzvey und Bergheim
3.4 (5)·Hard·18.3 km·Est. 5–5.5 hr
This beautiful circular walk begins and ends at Mechernich railway station. From here, the route first leads to Katzvey, where a former Roman quarry can be found not far away. The route then continues along the Roman canal path to Breitenbenden. Highlights of the hike: - St Barbara's Chapel - Schimmelsberg - Rhineland High Game Park - Veybach stream - Mechernich Forest - Millrace - Feyermill - Roman building yard - Roman water pipe - Breitenbenden church - Günnersdorf mine for visitors
#8 - Im Wildtierpark Metternich
3.1 (4)·Easy·5.3 km·Est. 1.5–2 hr
#9 - Eifel loop Kommerner half-timbered idyll
3.8 (3)·Moderate·9.7 km·Est. 2.5–3 hr
#10 - Schavener Heide zwischen Satzvey und Schaven
3.4 (2)·Moderate·10.3 km·Est. 2.5–3 hr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the longest wildlife trail in Mechernich?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest wildlife trail in Mechernich is Von Mechernich nach Katzvey und Bergheim. This trail is estimated to be 18.3 km long.

Which wildlife trail has the most elevation gain in Mechernich?

Mechernich: With an ascent of 461 m, Von Mechernich nach Katzvey und Bergheim has the most elevation gain of all of the wildlife trails in the area. The next highest ascent for wildlife trails is Wanderung zur Burg Satzvey with 314 m of elevation gain.