Best cave trails in Rhineland-Palatine

Family-friendly circular route in the Südeifel Nature Park, Rhineland-Palatinate A nature experience is guaranteed on this varied circular hike. Where millions of years ago there was still a sea, today you will find the boulders, towers and rock crevices of the Ferschweiler Plateau, which received their current, bizarre shapes during the last ice age. One of the best-known of these fantastic rock formations is the Teufelsschlucht, which is accessible all year round and is hiked through on...

Rocky premium hiking trail near Ernzen, Rhineland-Palatinate This circular trail is a certified premium hiking trail. Gorges and gorges in the rock bastions of the Ferschweiler plateau - especially the 28-metre-deep Teufelsschlucht (Devil's Gorge) - reveal the impressive elemental force of nature. But this spectacular route offers even more. At 140 metres, the clear water of the Prüm fights its way between mighty boulders. A hiking bridge offers fascinating views of the rapids and the...

Certified, historical premium hiking trail in the Eifel, Rhineland-Palatinate. On this route hikers can expect a path with many geological and historical sights. The circular route leads over bridges, ladders and footbridges through the Butzerbach valley to a Roman copper mine, red sandstone rocks and legendary caves. It continues on narrow paths and at the end of this beautiful premium hiking trail is the landmark of the Kylltal, Ramstein Castle and parts of the Roman long walls. On the way...

The Great Circular route in the southern Eifel leads past bizarre rock formations and deep crevices. This landscape in the Felsenland is characterised by weathered sandstones to which trees cling with their roots. Ferns and rare mosses find a moist habitat in the shady crevices. Many visitors appreciate the tranquillity of the forest and the sweeping views across the plateau. Experience reports recommend packing enough water, as there are no drinking points near the rocks. The well-marked...

A hike in the Southern Eifel Nature Park connects the Irrel Waterfalls with the mysterious Devil's Gorge. The waterfalls are actually impressive rapids of the Prüm river that tumble over huge boulders. A modern suspension bridge provides a sweeping view over the thundering water. The path leads further up into a labyrinth of jagged sandstone. In places, the path leads over slippery stones, which is why sure-footed shoes are useful. Rare ferns and mosses grow between the narrow rock faces. The...

Short circular route through the Devil's Gorge in Rhineland-Palatinate This short circular hiking trail takes you through the Devil's Gorge, a unique gorge landscape with rock formations and viewing cliffs, without any major detours. Highlights: - Unique rock formations - Devil's Gorge Nature Park Centre - Labyrinth at the nature park centre

Adventurous, certified circular route with a jungle atmosphere, Rhineland-Palatinate This trail starts at the Bergwege car park (Kell). It leads along natural springs, through lush forests and caves, past mighty rock faces and waterfalls. The view of the Pöntertal valley and the surrounding volcanic landscape from the "Schweppenburgblick" viewpoint is impressive. In the Wolfsschlucht gorge, with its unique waterfall and bubbling trail springs, the atmosphere of a primeval forest can be...

Popular circular hiking trail in the Vulkaneifel Nature and Geopark, Rhineland-Palatinate. The Gerolsteiner Felsenpfad is one of the Vulkaneifel trails and forms the northern section of the Gerolsteiner-Dolomiten-Acht. As you hike along very unspoilt forest paths lined with mighty rock formations, there are always great views over the Volcanic Eifel and Gerolstein. The Gerolstein Dolomites, as the rock formations of the Gerolstein limestone basin are collectively known, date back to a...

This circular route winds through the rocky landscapes and wooded hills around Bad Bertrich. Highlights include the historic Hohenzollern viewing tower, the Maisch spring and Stone Age caves at Falkenlay. A secured detour leads to the Klidinger Waterfall, which plunges over rocky faces into the gorge-like Erdenbach Valley. A wild stand of box trees on the Palmberg accompanies the path back to the spa gardens of the Electoral Palace. Sturdy walking boots with good grip are recommended for...

This route follows stage 16 of the Rheinsteig, which begins in Kaub and ends in Lorch. Starting in Kaub, famous for the Pfalzgrafenstein toll castle, the trail ascends into the densely forested hills of the UNESCO World Heritage Upper Middle Rhine Valley. Hikers cross the state border from Rhineland-Palatinate into Hesse, entering the historic Freistaat Flaschenhals area. The path features the Wirbellay viewpoint and the Clemenskapelle, navigating a brief cable-secured rocky section that can...