Best historic site trails in Schmidt

Panoramic circular hiking trail in the Eifel National Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. This trail leads along the western flank of Lake Rursee and through the neighbouring forests. From everywhere you have great panoramic views of the lake, the small island in the centre and the beautiful forests. It runs along both paved paths and natural forest tracks. Highlights of the tour: - Eifel view Beautiful view - Swimming opportunities by the lake - Hubertushöhe

Historical circular route in the Eifel. It starts at the free Buhlert hiking car park. It initially goes in a westerly direction and for a while along the small nature reserve Senkelbachquellen. The former bunkers of the West Wall can be explored, a total of eight well-preserved old bunker systems. To get here, unpaved and unmarked paths branch off from the paved paths. Sturdy shoes are recommended for the unmarked trails. Entering the bunker facilities is at your own risk and should only be...

Picturesque circular route with great views near Schmidt in North Rhine-Westphalia. This idyllic circular route starts at the hiking car park at St. Hubertus Church in Schmidt and leads along beautiful forest paths to the "Schöne Aussicht" and the "Hubertushöhe" without any significant inclines. Along the way, there are incredible panoramic views of Lake Rursee and the Eifel National Park. Highlights: - Wonderful views - Local flora and fauna - Varied natural landscapes - Refreshment...

Popular circular route in the High Fens-Eifel Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia As the name suggests, this relaxed circular route is all about beautiful views. Especially in the area of the Simonsley, which is 415 metres above sea level, there are great views of the Rur reservoir, the island of Eichert and the Eifel National Park further south. There are refreshment stops in Schmidt. The starting point can be reached by bus (bus stop: Schmidt Schule). Highlights of the hike: - Eifel-Blick...

To Mariawald Abbey in the Eifel Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. This route leads from Schmidt down to Heimbach and up to Mariawald Abbey. After descending via the monastery's "Stationenweg" trail, which is dotted with information boards, the route heads towards Schwammenauel, then along the Rursee and from "Eschauel" back to Schmidt. During the season from April to October, a shortcut can be taken by boat from Schwammenauel. Due to the steep climbs on the way to Mariawald Monastery and...

Panoramic circular trail near Schmidt, North Rhine-Westphalia. This magnificent hiking excursion is only partially signposted. At first, you can orientate yourself by the "50" markings. The route follows beautiful forest paths via Scheidtal up to the Eifel cliffs. There you reach the "Hubertushöhe" and "Schöne Aussicht" viewpoints, from where you can enjoy a magnificent panoramic view of the Rursee. In Schmidt you will find places to stop for refreshments and interesting leisure...

Hiking on the old smugglers' trail 15.70 km The path owes its name to the smuggling of coffee from Belgium, which ensured the survival of many families and the reconstruction of their destroyed homes after the Second World War. The reconstruction of the parish church, on the other hand, progressed more slowly, which the priest clearly emphasised in a sermon. From then on, the people of Schmidt regularly sacrificed part of their smuggling profits for the construction/renovation of the church,...

Panoramic Eifel circular hiking trail near Nideggen in North Rhine-Westphalia. This beautiful circular hike starts at the Wildpark hiking car park in Schmidt and leads through rustling forests and across beautiful fields with sweeping views. A magnificent view of the Rursee and benches for resting and picnicking await you at the Hubertushöhe. Along streams, through forests and past the wildlife park, you return to the starting point of the tour. There is a refreshment stop at the wildlife...

Route highlights: Schmidt (town of Nideggen) - Klauser Weg - Klaus - Rursee shore - Schilsbachtal - Woffelsbach - Rurberg NLP gate. After visiting the church (St Mokka) & finding out about the national park, the route starts in the west on Monschauer Straße. After approx. 700 metres turn left into Klauser Weg, at the mountain hut and Klauser Weg take the path that leads to the left past Klaus and downhill into Rue des Rursees. Turn left across the confluence of the Schilsbach into an arm of...

Beautiful circular route in the Eifel National Park, North Rhine-Westphalia The circular route starts at the car park in Schmidt and leads through the beautiful landscape of the Eifel. It is well signposted with "Hiking trail no. 30" and was designed by the Schmidt branch of the Eifel Association. Along the way, marvellous views of the Rursee lake can be enjoyed. Refreshments are available in Schmidt. It is advisable to have enough drinks on the way. The hike can also be shortened by...