Best waterfall trails in North Rhine-Westphalia
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Explore the most popular waterfall trails in North Rhine-Westphalia 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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- 4.4 (345)·Moderate·4 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrWild and romantic circular route in the Sauerland, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany This beautiful route is one of the most spectacular in the Sauerland! In this wildly romantic valley, it suddenly looks like you're in another world. In the shape of a figure eight, a landscape full of bizarre beauty can be experienced here. At the beginning, the route follows the Rothaarsteig long-distance hiking trail for a short distance, before later passing through the Helletal valley, where steep rock...
- 4.5 (364)·Moderate·8 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrScenic hike in Monschau, North Rhine-Westphalia. On this route, hikers experience in an impressive way how, in Monschau, town and nature form a harmonious, seamlessly merging unit. Let's start at the Burgau multi-story car park in Monschau. The path is marked with the number 35 and leads through the idyllic Rur valley. Here you can enjoy the views of the former cloth-making town, often referred to as the "Pearl of the Eifel" or "Rhenish Rothenburg". Highlights of the route: - Beautiful...
- 4.4 (158)·Moderate·2.4 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrFamily-friendly hike in Monschau, North Rhine-Westphalia. On this tour, Monschau shows an unknown side. The slopes on both sides of the Rur are an ideal complement to the walk through the winding alleyways of the old town and an extraordinary experience. Located in the Rur Valley, the old town of Monschau is a treasure chest filled with historic buildings, quaint streets and alleyways, romantic corners, and impressive viewpoints. Highlights of the route: - Beautiful natural landscapes -...
- 4.6 (167)·Hard·22.4 km·Est. 6–7 hrVaried hiking excursion in Monschau, North Rhine-Westphalia. The monastery route fascinates with its extraordinary variety. Landscape landmarks such as the imposing rock of the Ehrensteinsley, the wild and romantic Rur valley, species-rich forest passages, the spacious pastureland around Kalterherberg with old rows of beech trees and hawthorn hedges and the Perlenbachtalsperre guarantee a varied landscape enjoyment. Flower and plant species typical of the different habitats line the path. An...
- 4.5 (90)·Hard·24.6 km·Est. 7.5–8.5 hrThis route is stage 3 of the Eifelsteig, a premium long-distance trail through the Eifel region. This specific section starts in the historic cloth-making town of Monschau and ends in Einruhr on the Obersee lake. The path leads from picturesque half-timbered alleys up to the Kierberg viewpoint and continues along the Perlenbach Reservoir to Monschau-Höfen. A unique feature of this area is the house-high beech hedges, traditionally used as windbreaks. The trail then follows the winding course...
- 4.5 (152)·Moderate·9.3 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular, multifaceted hiking trail in the Bergisches Land, North Rhine-Westphalia. Away from the classic paths, the route leads comfortably through the Siebengebirge. A monastery, a castle, beautiful mountain peaks, and some rest stops are passed. Starting at Heisterbach Abbey, the route goes counter-clockwise toward Petersberg, with the magnificent Petersberg Palace, and then to the Nonnenstromberg. Finally, the trail leads past the Stenzelberg laterite quarry with its small gorges and rock...
- 4.3 (59)·Moderate·9 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrVaried and historical excursion in Monschau, North Rhine-Westphalia. Wonderful hiking route through a varied landscape. Great views, interesting natural history and historical monuments such as Monschau Castle. Highlights of the route: - Wonderful natural landscapes - Local flora and fauna - Great views - Monschau Castle
- 4.5 (81)·Moderate·14 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrVaried Teutoschleife, North Rhine-Westphalia. This Teuto circular route is a certified premium hiking trail. The varied half-day tour leads from the idyllic resort of Lienen through various beech forests, past silicate rock formations and with great views far into the Osnabrück region. After rain, some short sections can be a bit soft and muddy. Like almost all hiking trails in this area, the Holperdorper is well signposted. Highlights: - Holperdorper Valley - Great views
- 4.2 (95)·Hard·17.4 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrThis route is stage 2 of the Eifelsteig, a long-distance trail through North Rhine-Westphalia and Rhineland-Palatinate. This specific section starts in Roetgen and ends in Monschau. The path leads from the Gateway to the High Fens across the Belgian border and through the unique high moor landscape of the High Fens. Hikers follow the historical Vennbahn railway line through spruce forests and open heathlands before descending into the narrow Rur Valley to the medieval cloth-making town of...
- 4.4 (63)·Hard·18.7 km·Est. 5.5–6 hrBeautiful hiking trail in Monschau, North Rhine-Westphalia. For his 100th birthday, the Eifelverein Monschau gave all hikers the "Century Trail." The path is well marked and signposted throughout with the number 100, and the sights, including "The Cross in the Venn," are explained in more detail by information boards. In addition to many beautiful vantage points and picnic areas, Monschau Castle and Reichenstein Monastery invite you to take a cultural and historical detour. The starting and...
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Frequently asked questions
What national parks in North Rhine-Westphalia have waterfall trails?
Hikers on AllTrails.com recommend several popular national parks in North Rhine-Westphalia. Eifel National Park is home to 1 waterfall trails with an average 4.0 star rating from 1 community reviews.
What is the longest waterfall trail in North Rhine-Westphalia?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest waterfall trail in North Rhine-Westphalia is Rheinsteig. This trail is estimated to be 308.2 km long.
Which waterfall trail has the most elevation gain in North Rhine-Westphalia?
North Rhine-Westphalia: With an ascent of 12,216 m, Rheinsteig has the most elevation gain of all of the waterfall trails in the area. The next highest ascent for waterfall trails is GR®15 Ardennes Trails: Monschau - Arlon [CLOSED] with 6,012 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult waterfall trail in North Rhine-Westphalia?
The most popular and difficult waterfall trail in North Rhine-Westphalia is Monschau Monastery Route with a 4.6-star rating from 167 reviews.
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