Best lake trails in Odenthal
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Explore the most popular lake trails near Odenthal 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 (43)·Moderate·15.6 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrPopular and panoramic circular route trail in the Bergisches Land region. The trail leads along the Dhünn to the dam wall. The Große Dhünntalsperre is the second largest drinking water dam in Germany and also serves as flood protection. The path is pleasant and varied, but quite steep in places. The path can be muddy in places, especially at the start. The second part is on tarmac paths. Highlights of the route: - Beautiful natural landscapes - Local flora and fauna - Beautiful views of...
- 4.2 (33)·Moderate·10.5 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular circular hiking trail in the Bergisches Land Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. This hike to Germany's second largest drinking water reservoir begins and ends at the Schöllerhof hikers' car park. The outward route towards the Dhünntalsperre runs over small huts and back through the Dhünn valley. With the exception of a short ascent, the circular route promises an all-round leisurely hike. As you are walking through various nature reserves almost the entire time, dogs must be kept...
- 4.6 (15)·Hard·35.1 km·Est. 10–11 hrScenic hike around the Grosse Dhünntalsperre dam, North Rhine-Westphalia. The varied circular route through the forests, meadows and villages around the dam leads along easy paths, which are also signposted as official paths. The circular trail starts at the Eichholz car park, but can of course be started anywhere else. There are plenty of benches to take a short break or even larger rest areas. There are some beautiful views of the reservoir. Highlights: - Great views - Varied route
- 4.1 (11)·Moderate·4.7 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrPopular circular hiking trail in the Bergisches Land region The "Around the Bömberg" route is one of 14 tours in the new network of hiking trails around the Große Dhünn dam and along the Eifgenbach stream. The route follows the D8 waymarking. It is part of the regional 2010 project: "Dhünn plateau - waterworks of the region". Highlights: - Bömberg - Rupenbergsiefen - Large Dhünn dam
- 4.6 (12)·Moderate·13.4 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrPopular circular hiking trail in the Bergisches Land Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. This 13 km circular hike is all about water: the route leads along several pretty streams and rivers as well as over the dam wall of the Große Dhünntalsperre. As you cross several nature reserves, dogs must be kept on a lead for most of the route. Highlights of the hike: - Large Dhünntal dam with dam wall - Pfengstbach nature reserve - Dhünntal and Linnefetal nature reserves with side valleys
- 2.9 (6)·Moderate·11.6 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular circular hiking trail in the Bergisches Land nature park, North Rhine-Westphalia. The Odenthal Witch Route takes hikers back to the early 17th century, when the witch hunts in the Bergisches Land cost the lives of many innocent women convicted of being witches. In the town center of Odenthal, the cauldron-shaped witch's fountain is reminiscent of those times. You also hike to places that are said to have once served the supposed witches as a place to dance. Of course, beautiful...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest lake trail in Odenthal?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest lake trail in Odenthal is RTF Vortour RSG Ford Köln. This trail is estimated to be 177.7 km long.
Which lake trail has the most elevation gain in Odenthal?
Odenthal: With an ascent of 4,847 m, RTF Vortour RSG Ford Köln has the most elevation gain of all of the lake trails in the area. The next highest ascent for lake trails is Große Dhünntalsperre Circular Route with 1,036 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult lake trail in Odenthal?
The most popular and difficult lake trail in Odenthal is Große Dhünntalsperre Circular Route with a 4.6-star rating from 15 reviews.
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- Dhünn
- Prinzenblick
- Altenberg Abbey
- Max und Moritz
- Klostergarten
- Angelteiche Altenberg
- Burg Berge
- Glöbuscher Bach
- Wallanlage Alte Burg Erberich
- Ruine Staudamm
- Zulaufbecken Auf dem Örtgen
- Bodendenkmal Rösberg
- Burgwüstung Kramerburg
- Parkplatz Märchenwald Altenberg
- Backesberg
- Schutzhütte
- Hoheberg
- Zulaufbecken Großeheide
- scherf
- Vorbecken Hohemühle