Best historic site trails in Ediger-Eller
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Explore the most popular historic site trails near Ediger-Eller with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
Top trails
- 4.8 (241)·Hard·6.9 kmPopular circular hiking trail on the Moselle, Rhineland-Palatinate The starting point for this wonderful hike, which combines the popular Calmont via ferrata and the Calmont high trail into a beautiful circular tour, is Ediger-Eller railway station (accessible by bus and train). The route is characterised by great views over the Moselle valley and the idyllic, vine-covered steep slopes. A relatively beginner-friendly but strenuous via ferrata leads up to the Calmont, the "steepest vineyard...
- 4.6 (39)·Moderate·15.9 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrThis route follows the 17th stage of the Moselsteig and connects Ediger-Eller with the picturesque village of Beilstein along a stretch that is fascinating in terms of both history and scenery. The challenging hike takes you right through steep, cultivated vineyards and past traditional wayside shrines. An absolute cultural highlight near the route are the Roman tombs in Nehren, which house the best-preserved ancient vault paintings north of the Alps. After a nature-filled stretch through the...
- 3.9 (18)·Moderate·9.5 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrEdiger-Eller and Cochem are among the most picturesque little towns on the Moselle. This walk starts in Ediger-Eller and runs mainly through beautiful woodland to Cochem. Here, it’s well worth visiting the Reichsburg, which towers high above the Moselle as Cochem’s landmark, visible from afar. Cochem has numerous cafés and restaurants. The start is near Ediger-Eller railway station, so the walk is very easily accessible by public transport. Please note! Parts of the route may be overgrown...
- 4.3 (15)·Moderate·5.1 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrInformative loop trail on the Moselle, Rhineland-Palatinate. The cultural path of religion connects sites of different religions from Celtic belief in nature to Christianity. At several stations you can learn interesting things about topics such as "Religion and Wine" or "Religion and Forest". Highlights of the hike: - Views of the Moselle - Vineyards - Christian and Jewish prayer stations - Ediger-Eller
- 3.7 (2)·Hard·55.4 km·Est. 14–15.5 hrThis circular route begins and ends in Cochem, traversing several municipalities including Sankt Aldegund, Lutzerath, and Gevenich. The terrain transitions between the Moselle valley floor and the elevated plateaus of the Eifel region. Sections of the path consist of natural forest soil and gravel tracks, with some segments following paved local roads. The route is characterized by alternating steep ascents from the riverbanks to higher elevations and flatter stretches across open fields....
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest historic site trail in Ediger-Eller?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest historic site trail in Ediger-Eller is Cochem - Kennfus - Lutzerath. This trail is estimated to be 55.4 km long.
Which historic site trail has the most elevation gain in Ediger-Eller?
Ediger-Eller: With an ascent of 1,210 m, Cochem - Kennfus - Lutzerath has the most elevation gain of all of the historic site trails in the area. The next highest ascent for historic site trails is Moselsteig: Ediger/Eller - Cochem with 1,025 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult historic site trail in Ediger-Eller?
The most popular and difficult historic site trail in Ediger-Eller is Calmont Via Ferrata and High Trail from Ediger-Eller with a 4.8-star rating from 232 reviews.