Best river trails in Overath
4.1(115 reviews)
Explore the most popular river trails near Overath 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 (11)·Moderate·8.2 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrScenic, dog-friendly loop through the Bergisches Land Nature Park. The Agger loop is a moderately challenging circular route that leads from Marialinden through the Lombach valley to the Agger. It offers beautiful views along the Lombach and Agger rivers and finally leads back to Marialinden via Schiefenthal. Highlights of this route: - Dog-friendly with compulsory lead - Many great river views - Refreshment stops
- 4.4 (23)·Moderate·6.9 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrPicturesque hike in Overath, North Rhine-Westphalia. An idyllic route along the Sülz. You walk on narrow paths along the riverbed. You also walk along the old railway embankment of the Sülztal railway. Highlights of the route: - Idyllic natural landscapes - Beautiful views - Interesting local flora and fauna
- 4.3 (10)·Moderate·9.5 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrIdyllic circular trail around Immekeppel, North Rhine-Westphalia. This circular route is a beautiful and technically easy hike with only slight inclines from Immekeppel. At the beginning, the trail runs along a stream with countless tributaries. The landscape alternates between forest and meadow. Highlights: - Quiet paths - idyllic landscape - beautiful view
- 3.8 (25)·Moderate·8.7 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrIdyllic hiking trail in the Bergisches Land Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. This route begins and ends at Overath railway station. From here, the trail leads across beautiful fields and through short sections of forest on a leisurely path to Marialinden. The circular route presents eight stations, so-called "footfalls", of the Way of the Cross between Overath and Marialinden. They also provide an insight into how people used to travel in the Bergisches Land region. Historical trade...
- 3.3 (8)·Moderate·12.7 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrBeautiful circular hiking trail near Vilkerath in North Rhine-Westphalia This idyllic hiking trail runs from Vilkerath along field and forest paths to Kastor and over the suspension bridge there. The route then leads past Ehreshoven Castle back to Vilkerath. There are refreshment stops along the way. Highlights: - Ehreshoven Castle - Suspension bridge in Kastor - Hiking in the Bergisches Land Nature Park
- 4.0 (4)·Moderate·11.6 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrNature-oriented hike through the Bergisches Land Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. The Bergisches Land is characterised by a low mountain range landscape with many valleys. The trail starts and ends at the Bergischer Weg information point. Open meadows and wooded sections alternate. The Naafbach valley is particularly beautiful. The tour can be found as tour 20 in the hiking guide "Dumont aktiv - Wandern im Bergischen Land". Highlights of the hike: - Blindenaafer mill - Naafbach valley -...
- 4.1 (15)·Moderate·14.2 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrPopular circular hiking trail in Bergisches Land, North Rhine-Westphalia. This is a natural loop that leads from Marialinden near Overath through the idyllic Naafbachtal nature reserve. If required, the circular walk can also be easily started from Overath railway station (accessible by bus and train). There are refreshment stops in Marialinden or Overath, for example. Good footwear is recommended, as the paths can be muddy after rainfall, especially in the Naafbachtal area. This route was...
- 4.2 (4)·Hard·20 km·Est. 6.5–7 hrThis route follows stage 8 of the Bergischer Weg and connects Rösrath with Overath. Departing Forsbach, the trail winds across small stream valleys before reaching the Sülz River at Hoffnungsthal. Hikers climb through forest paths onto the Lüderich ridge, passing the former mining area and golf course toward Bleifeld and Honrath. The path then descends into the Agger Valley, following woodland tracks to Overath-Broich. Guesthouses and hotels provide overnight stays in nearby towns; wild...
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest river trail in Overath?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest river trail in Overath is Großhurden nach Hollenberg. This trail is estimated to be 28.8 km long.
Which river trail has the most elevation gain in Overath?
Overath: With an ascent of 811 m, Großhurden nach Hollenberg has the most elevation gain of all of the river trails in the area. The next highest ascent for river trails is Bergischer Weg Stage 8: Rösrath - Overath with 710 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult river trail in Overath?
The most popular and difficult river trail in Overath is Bergischer Weg Stage 8: Rösrath - Overath with a 4.2-star rating from 4 reviews.