Best backpacking trails in Kirchen

4.6(7 reviews)

Explore the most popular backpacking trails near Kirchen 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 - Druidensteig Etappe 1: Kirchen (Sieg) - Herdorf
4.6 (7)·Hard·17.4 km·Est. 6–6.5 hr
Stage 1 of the long-distance hiking trail "Druidensteig", Rhineland-Palatinate. The first stage of the Druidensteig quality trail begins in Kirchen (Sieg) and runs for around 17 kilometres to Herdorf. Along the way, you will come across several remnants of mining and a mining museum worth seeing. The absolute highlight, however, is the striking Druidenstein, to which the hiking trail owes its name. Highlights of the hike: - Freusburg Castle - Wilhelmine mine - Freusburgermühle (industrial...
#2 - Druidensteig (Fernwanderweg)
Hard·84.8 km·Est. 24 hr+
Varied long-distance hiking trail between Westerwald and Sieg, Rhineland-Palatinate. The certified Druidensteig quality trail starts in Kirchen (Sieg) and runs for around 84 kilometres through the Westerwald-Lahn-Taunus Geopark to Hachenburg. As a rule, six stages are enough to complete the hike in a relaxed manner. In addition to the beautiful landscapes between the Westerwald and Sieg rivers, there are also a number of cultural and historical attractions, including monasteries, castles and...

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Frequently asked questions

What is the longest backpacking trail in Kirchen?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest backpacking trail in Kirchen is Druidensteig (Fernwanderweg). This trail is estimated to be 84.8 km long.

Which backpacking trail has the most elevation gain in Kirchen?

Kirchen: With an ascent of 3,286 m, Druidensteig (Fernwanderweg) has the most elevation gain of all of the backpacking trails in the area. The next highest ascent for backpacking trails is Druidensteig Etappe 1: Kirchen (Sieg) - Herdorf with 742 m of elevation gain.