Best wildlife trails in Nideggen
4.3(406 reviews)
Explore the most popular wildlife trails near Nideggen with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
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- 4.6 (64)·Moderate·7.1 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular circular route along the second largest dam in Germany, near Nideggen, North Rhine-Westphalia. It starts at the "Schöne Aussicht" in Schmidt. The path leads up to the Hubertushöhe. Here you can enjoy the beautiful view of the Rursee. This route is accessible all year round and also makes for a lovely winter walk. Highlights: - Wonderful views - Local flora and fauna - Varied natural landscapes
- 4.7 (70)·Moderate·10.3 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrPanoramic circular route with geological highlights near Nideggen in North Rhine-Westphalia. The route leads below the mottled sandstone cliffs between Obermaubach and Nideggen through the Rur valley. The trail leads along varied paths, mostly through the forest, with occasional views over meadows and fields. The start is at a car park in the centre of Nideggen. However, the route can also be easily started from Nideggen-Brück or Zerkall railway station. There are cafés and restaurants in...
- 4.5 (60)·Moderate·7.7 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrA hike with magnificent panoramic views along the colourful sandstone cliffs with their bizarre formations. Here you can also watch sport climbers on the rock faces. A short tour through the old town centre of Nideggen and the castle is recommended as a short detour. The route starts at Niedeggen-Brück railway station. Alternatively, the hike can also be started at Zerkall railway station. This hiking route is not suitable for pushchairs.
- 4.6 (54)·Hard·16.6 km·Est. 5–5.5 hrPanoramic and varied circular route near Nideggen, North Rhine-Westphalia. This beautiful route has a lot to offer and leads on sometimes quite steep paths and paths. The reward for the effort, however, are exceptional farsightedness. The route begins at the "Am Zülpicher Tor" car park and leads past the Nideggen spa gardens and Nideggen Castle up to the Sürches Mossel. A visit to the castle can be scheduled at the beginning or end of the tour. Another highlight awaits after the descent...
- 4.4 (42)·Moderate·15.1 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrPopular, beautiful hiking trail near the Hohes Venn-Eifel nature park, North Rhine-Westphalia. This circular hiking trail leads through the striking red sandstone rocks of the Rur Valley and to Nideggen Castle. The route is located on the edge of the Eifel National Park in the Rurtal nature reserve and the Buntsandstein nature reserve. This route offers wonderful views of the striking red sandstone cliffs and Nideggen Castle, which can be viewed particularly well from the Christinenley...
- 4.5 (27)·Moderate·10 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular circular route around the Obermaubach reservoir, near Nideggen, North Rhine-Westphalia. The starting point of this beautiful route is in Nideggen Rath. Along the way, there are great views of the red sandstone cliffs and the reservoir. In Obermaubach, a rest is recommended before an ascent to the heights of Obermaubach. There, the route leads to the forest chapel with marvellous panoramic views of the reservoir and the Düren valley. From there, the route returns to the starting...
- 4.0 (17)·Moderate·14 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrTour with fantastic views along red sandstone cliffs 7.80 km The Rur valley near Nideggen impresses with its steeply towering red sandstone rock formations. The "Buntsand-steinroute" leads through this area and rewards you with impressive views. Nideggen Castle is enthroned on a rocky outcrop. Worth seeing: red sandstone cliffs, Eugenienstein, forest chapel, reservoir, fish ladder
- 4.3 (12)·Easy·3.2 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrFamily-friendly and interesting nature excursion in Nideggen, North Rhine-Westphalia. This wonderful hike takes you along the yellow route of the Nideggen Landscape Discovery Trail through the Eifel National Park. Starting close to the Rur, you will learn about the kingfisher carousel and natural river terraces. You will come across quartz, slate and coloured sandstone - which can be found in particular in the historical buildings, discover animal tracks and solve a forest mystery. There is...
- 4.1 (14)·Moderate·10.5 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrIdyllic circular hike no. 25 in the Eifel National Park, North Rhine-Westphalia The hike can be started from the Zerkall car park or from the railway station nearby. It goes along the Zerkall road and through the woods along the Kall. Where the Zerkall paper mill stands today, there were already water-powered mills in the 16th century that served as oil mills, among other things. With a bit of luck, kingfishers, dippers and lizards can be spotted along the river. With some provisions in your...
- 4.6 (7)·Moderate·8.2 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrVaried excursion in the Eifel National Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. A beautiful tour with views of numerous red sandstone formations. The hike starts in Nideggen-Brück, crosses the Rur bridge and then follows hiking trail no. 57 to Abenden. There are refreshment stops at the Hetzingen campsite and near the starting point. In the warmer months, a refreshing break in the outdoor pool can be taken. The start is at Nideggen-Brück railway station, so it is easy to get there by train. There is...
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest wildlife trail in Nideggen?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest wildlife trail in Nideggen is Nideggen, Zerkall, and Obermaubach. This trail is estimated to be 16.6 km long.
Which wildlife trail has the most elevation gain in Nideggen?
Nideggen: With an ascent of 589 m, Nideggen, Zerkall, and Obermaubach has the most elevation gain of all of the wildlife trails in the area. The next highest ascent for wildlife trails is Nideggen nach Obermaubach with 518 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult wildlife trail in Nideggen?
The most popular and difficult wildlife trail in Nideggen is Nideggen, Zerkall, and Obermaubach with a 4.6-star rating from 54 reviews.