Best wildlife trails in Schmidt

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...

Eifel streams and beaver tracks in the oak forests of the Hetzinger Forest, North Rhine-Westphalia. The number 1 of the seven themed trails in the Eifel National Park has gnarled oak forests and three low mountain range streams: Kaldenbach, Schliebach and Odenbach, which can turn into impressive torrents when it rains. With a bit of luck, beaver tracks and other wild animals can be spotted along the wayside near the creeks. The starting point is the "Scheidbaum" car park. The path is...

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...

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...

Idyllic circular hike in the Eifel National Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. The trail starts at the Scheidbaum car park and follows the course of the Kaldenbach stream northwards into the forest. It is worth starting this hike at any time of the year. In summer the leaves of the deciduous trees rustle and the grasshoppers chirp in the high grass, in winter it is the peaceful and quiet in the wide, snow-covered Eifel landscape. Since there are no rest stops along the way, it is best to take...

Water-rich, idyllic circular route on Lake Rursee, North Rhine-Westphalia. This natural tour starts at the village square in Schmidt, right next to the car park at St Hubert's Church. The church is also popularly known as "St Mokka" because it was rebuilt after the Second World War with money that came from smuggling coffee across the nearby border. The hike leads through the quiet Schilsbach valley, which is also a popular holiday resort. Here the seclusion and tranquillity can be ejoyed....

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,...

A visit to the wildlife park is always worthwhile 8.20 km Route roughly corresponds to the circular route "Rund um Schmidt" also published in this blog. Another hike with great views. Remark: Continuous signposting of the route is not guaranteed, as this hiking trail is no longer included in the current trail network of the Rureifel / Schmidt region. However, the paths are still passable. A hiking map is recommended or simply follow the GPS track. A visit to the wildlife park is always...

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...