Best waterfall trails in Ernzen

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Explore the most popular waterfall trails near Ernzen 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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#1 - Felsenweg 6 - Devil's Gorge
4.5 (237)·Hard·18 km·Est. 5–5.5 hr
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...
#2 - Devil's Gorge (South Eifel Nature Park hiking trail no. 54)
4.6 (103)·Moderate·8 km·Est. 2–2.5 hr
Family-friendly circular route in the Südeifel Nature Park, Rhineland-Palatinate This popular route passes through Devil's Gorge, a scenic gorge covered in moss and lichen. The starting point is the car park at the Teufelsschlucht nature park centre. The highlights of this circular route include the ascent to the Ferschweiler Plateau and of course the Irreler waterfalls; these can be admired particularly well from a small hiker's bridge when the water flows roaring away underneath. Since...

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Frequently asked questions

What is the longest waterfall trail in Ernzen?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest waterfall trail in Ernzen is Felsenweg 6 - Devil's Gorge. This trail is estimated to be 18.0 km long.

Which waterfall trail has the most elevation gain in Ernzen?

Ernzen: With an ascent of 430 m, Felsenweg 6 - Devil's Gorge has the most elevation gain of all of the waterfall trails in the area. The next highest ascent for waterfall trails is Devil's Gorge (South Eifel Nature Park hiking trail no. 54) with 244 m of elevation gain.