Best trails in Wuppertal
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Looking for the best walking trails in Wuppertal? Whether you're getting ready to hike, cycle, trail run, or explore other outdoor pursuits, AllTrails has 56 picturesque trails in the Wuppertal area. Discover hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from fellow outdoor enthusiasts.
Explore one of 7 easy walking routes in Wuppertal, with child-friendly routes for your next family outing. Venture outdoors and learn more about the area's historic sites or take a break from the hustle and bustle along the many tree-lined paths surrounding Wuppertal. Perfect for little feet, paws, walkers and outdoor enthusiasts of any skill level.
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- 4.6 (54)·Moderate·11.1 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrPopular circular route in the Bergisches Land, North Rhine-Westphalia. From the Müngsten Bridge Park parking lot, the route takes you along the Wupper to Castle Burg with a view. The final ascent to the castle can be done on foot or by cable car (subject to a fee). The paths are partly steep and rocky. There are places to stop for refreshments, and the path can be reached by bus and train. Highlights of the hike: - Castle - Castle cable car - St. Martin's Chapel - Müngsten Bridge -...
- 4.4 (61)·Moderate·9.7 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrPicturesque and scenic hike in the Bergisches Land Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. This is a beautiful hiking trail that leads through the Bergisches Land Nature Park. The route starts at the Gelpetal hiking car park and follows the Geipel southwards. It returns via Westen and Heidt along idyllic Saalscheid forest paths. A particular highlight of the tour is the Ronsdorf reservoir. Highlights: - Local flora and fauna - Beautiful natural landscapes - Ronsdorf reservoir
- 4.4 (29)·Moderate·6.8 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrBeautiful hike in the Barmer Forest near Wuppertal, North Rhine-Westphalia In the south of Wuppertal, this route runs from the Toellerturm car park to and through the Barmer Wald forest. From there, it goes a little way up to the Kaiser-Wilhem-Höhe, which offers a magnificent view. The route continues downhill and then uphill through the Murmelbach valley along the stream that gives the route its name back to the starting point. Highlights: - Kaiser-Wilhelm-Höhe - Hiking in the Marmelbach...
- 4.1 (28)·Moderate·7.7 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrCharming and scenic hiking tour in the Bergisches Land Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. Start and finish are at the Kohlfurth car park, which is also easily accessible by public transport. Many small streams and ponds will accompany you on this tour. Highlights of the tour: - Refreshment stops available - Accessible by bus and train - Beautiful views - Local flora and fauna - Idyllic natural landscapes
- 4.8 (27)·Moderate·14.6 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrVaried and panoramic hike in the Bergisches Land Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. A beautiful valley, hill and slope hike that leads through the Bergisches Land Nature Park. There are mainly narrow hiking trails on this route around the ridge between Morsbach and Wupper. The starting point is the paid car park in Cronenberg at the town hall square. Highlights of the tour: - Great views - Manuelskotten industrial museum
- 3.8 (25)·Easy·4.7 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrCharming and scenic nature excursion near Wuppertal, North Rhine-Westphalia. Wonderful circular route around the Wupper and the highlight, the Beyenburg reservoir. The tour can be used in a variety of ways (walking, running) and offers many marvellous views. Highlights of the tour: - Local flora and fauna - Beautiful natural landscapes - Fantastic views on and around the Beyenburg reservoir
- 4.1 (24)·Easy·9 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrIdyllic hiking route in the Bergisches Land Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. The famous Sambatrasse is a disused railway line that can be used both on foot and by bike. There are always information boards with interesting facts about the history of the railway line, which was built in 1891. Its sweeping course gives it its name. It winds its way from the valley to the Wuppertal hills in Cronenberg through woods and meadows. Accessibility: the route is also...
- 4.0 (18)·Hard·28.8 km·Est. 8.5–9 hrVaried mountain bike and hiking tour in the Belgian Country Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. Whether by bike or on foot, the circular route through the Burgholz is well worth a visit. Highlights of the tour: - Wonderful views - Local flora and fauna - Varied natural landscapes - Refreshment stops available
- 4.4 (27)·Easy·4.8 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrIdyllic and scenic circular hiking trail near Wuppertal, North Rhine-Westphalia. This is a beautiful excursion that offers plenty of variety. Highlights of the tour: - Beautiful views - Local flora and fauna - Beautiful and varied natural landscapes - Steinbach valley with devil's cliffs - Accessible by bus
- 4.3 (13)·Hard·20.9 km·Est. 6.5–7.5 hrScenic and varied hiking and cycling tour in Vohwinkel near Wuppertal, North Rhine-Westphalia. Start and finish are at the car park at the Eugen-Langen comprehensive school. You can also travel by bus and start the tour at a different point. This is a beautiful excursion that takes you through the Steinbachtal nature reserve with the Devil's Cliffs, among other things. Highlights of the tour: - Beautiful views - Local flora and fauna - Pretty natural landscapes
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Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails in Wuppertal?
There are plenty of things to do on Wuppertal's hiking trails. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 29 hiking trails, 12 mountain biking trails, 11 road biking trails, and more.
What is the longest trail in Wuppertal?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Wuppertal is Wuppertal - Bergisch Gladbach - Bonn - Koblenz. This trail is estimated to be 158.2 km long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain in Wuppertal?
Wuppertal: With an ascent of 3,391 m, Wuppertal - Bergisch Gladbach - Bonn - Koblenz has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Mammutmarsch NRW with 2,955 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail in Wuppertal?
The most popular and difficult trail in Wuppertal is Staatsforst Burgholz - Cronenberg with a 4.0-star rating from 18 reviews.
Are there camping trails available in Wuppertal?
According to AllTrails.com, there is 1 camping trail in Wuppertal which is Bergische 6 Dam Circular Route with an average 0.0 star rating from 0 community reviews.
Are there running trails available in Wuppertal?
According to AllTrails.com, there is 1 running trail in Wuppertal which is Sambatrasse with an average 4.1 star rating from 23 community reviews.
Are there biking trails available in Wuppertal?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 23 biking trails in Wuppertal and the most popular is Sambatrasse with an average 4.1 star rating from 24 community reviews.
Are there any trails with scenic mountain peak views in Wuppertal?
Yes, there are 23 trails with scenic mountain peak views in Wuppertal, including Wupper Circular Route to Burg Castle, Toelleturm to Kaiser-Wilhelm-Höhe, Staatsforst Burgholz - Cronenberg, Von Vohwinkel um den Burggrafenberg and Herzkamp Circular Route.
Are there any trails with caves in Wuppertal?
Yes, there are 5 trails with caves in Wuppertal, including Staatsforst Burgholz - Cronenberg, Packrafttour Wupper , Von Grunenburg über Wuppertal, Boda Weinhaus Tour and R3: Friedenshain - Gelpe - Muengsten - Kohlfurth.
Are there any trails with ponds in Wuppertal?
Yes, there are 10 trails with ponds in Wuppertal, including Durchs Morsbach- und Kaltenbachtal, Cronenberg – Sudberg – Kohlfurth, Staatsforst Burgholz - Cronenberg, Westen and Ronsdorfer reservoir from Stall and Stall - Ronsdorf Dam Circular Route.
Are there any trails with weather shelters in Wuppertal?
Yes, there are 9 trails with weather shelters in Wuppertal, including Durchs Morsbach- und Kaltenbachtal, Cronenberg – Sudberg – Kohlfurth, Staatsforst Burgholz - Cronenberg, Von Vohwinkel um den Burggrafenberg and Zuckerspiel 2018: half marathon.
Are there any trails with castles in Wuppertal?
Yes, there are 5 trails with castles in Wuppertal, including Wupper Circular Route to Burg Castle, 55 Bergisches Land, MTB: BODA - Weinhaus Event, Vohwinkel nach Schöller and Neanderthal und Elfringhauser Schweiz Rundfahrt ab Velbert.
Are there any trails with historical ruins in Wuppertal?
Yes, there are 5 trails with historical ruins in Wuppertal, including Eulenkopf Rundweg 1, MTB: BODA - Weinhaus Event, Boda Weinhaus Tour, Oberbarmen - Wuppertalsperre - Beyenburg reservoir - Schwelm and RTF Zwischen Ruhr und Wupper – 44er Runde.
Are there any trails with springs in Wuppertal?
Yes, there are 5 trails with springs in Wuppertal, including Marscheid nach Laaken, Düssel-Wülfrath-Neviges-Katernberg, W-Vohwinkel Rundweg durch Kreiswald, Oberbarmen - Wuppertalsperre - Beyenburg reservoir - Schwelm and RTF Zwischen Ruhr und Wupper – 44er Runde.
Are there any trails with picnic areas in Wuppertal?
Yes, there are 2 trails with picnic areas in Wuppertal, including Vohwinkel nach Schöller and RTF Permanente des RC Musketier Wuppertal - 48er Strecke.
Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Wuppertal?
Yes, there are 9 trails with scenic viewpoints in Wuppertal, including Wupper Circular Route to Burg Castle, Toelleturm to Kaiser-Wilhelm-Höhe, Staatsforst Burgholz - Cronenberg, 55 Bergisches Land and MTB: BODA - Weinhaus Event.
Are there any trails with dams in Wuppertal?
Yes, there are 3 trails with dams in Wuppertal, including Gelpetal and Ronsdorfer Dam Circular Route, Westen and Ronsdorfer reservoir from Stall and Stall - Ronsdorf Dam Circular Route.
Are there any trails with archaeological sites in Wuppertal?
Yes, there are 3 trails with archaeological sites in Wuppertal, including Laaken zur Herbringhauser Talsperre, Oberbarmen - Wuppertalsperre - Beyenburg reservoir - Schwelm and RTF Zwischen Ruhr und Wupper – 44er Runde.
Are there any trails with rivers in Wuppertal?
Yes, there are 10 trails with rivers in Wuppertal, including Wupper Circular Route to Burg Castle, Rund um die Wupper und Beyenburg Stausee, Von Vohwinkel um den Burggrafenberg, 55 Bergisches Land and Packrafttour Wupper .
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- Oberer Mannesteich
- Rheinbachteiche
- Staumauer Ronsdorfer Talsperre
- Wupper
- Schutzhütte am Wuppertaler Rundweg
- Toelleturm
- Rittergut Schöller
- Evangelische Kirche Schöller
- Marienkapelle / Bergfried
- Burggrafenberg
- Adelenblick
- Kreuzherrenkloster Steinhaus
- Landwehr
- Kaiser-Wilhelm-Höhe
- Schwebebahnzug BR1972
- Engelnberg
- Herbringhauser Talsperre
- Steingarten The Wall am Loh
- Ringwallanlage Burggraben
- Paulsberg