Best historic site trails in Koblenz
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Explore the most popular historic site trails near Koblenz 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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- 4.5 (74)·Moderate·12.9 km·Est. 5–5.5 hrThis route follows Stage 10 of the Rheinsteig, which begins in Koblenz-Ehrenbreitstein and ends in Niederlahnstein. The trail leads through the Nassau Nature Park, winds through the Bienhorn Valley into the forest, crosses the Liedches Berg with views of historic castles, and ends with an adventurous passage through the rope-secured Ruppertsklamm gorge. Accommodation is in local guesthouses and hotels; wild camping is prohibited along the route. Walkers should wear sturdy footwear with good...
- 4.0 (40)·Easy·3.7 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrShort walk through the centre of Kobelnz in Rhineland-Palatinate This walk leads through the historic centre of Koblenz and follows the course of the Rhine and Moselle rivers. It also passes the Electoral Palace and the Deutsches Eck at the confluence of the two rivers. Highlights: - Electoral Palace - Deutsches Eck at the mouth of the Rhine and Moselle - Beautiful old town of Koblenz
- 4.7 (13)·Moderate·7.7 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrThis historic and scenic circular route leads through the Koblenz City Forest at the northern edge of the Hunsrück mountains. The trail explores the forested ridges above the Rhine Valley, following a diverse mixture of broad forestry roads, narrow woodland paths, and serpentines. A central highlight is the plateau at Rittersturz, which not only offers a spectacular view of the Deutsches Eck and the Rhine Valley but also went down in German history as the site of the 1948 "Rittersturz...
- 4.7 (43)·Hard·158.7 km·Est. 24 hr+Part of the Way of St James from Koblenz to Trier in Rhineland-Palatinate This section of the Way of St James also follows the yellow scallop shell on a blue background. It leads to Trier, where the sarcophagus with the bones of the Apostle Matthias can be visited. On the way, the sides of the Moselle will be changed six times. There are always opportunities to stop for refreshments and overnight stays in the beautiful villages along the river. Highlights: - Numerous castles and fortresses...
- 3.8 (24)·Moderate·12.7 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrPanoramic circular hiking trail in the Hunsrück, Rhineland-Palatinate. This beautiful circular hike explores the Koblenz city forest between the valleys of the Moselle and the Rhine. The Kühkopf, which is visible from afar with its telecommunications tower, is quite high up. You can enjoy a break with a view at the Kühkopfhütte. Highlights of the hike: - Koblenz city forest - Views of the Rhine and Moselle - Kühkopf - Prehistoric circular ramparts on the Dommelberg - "Rittersturz"...
- 4.3 (9)·Moderate·1.8 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrShort ascent to Schoss Stolzenfels near Koblenz, Rhineland-Palatinate This short ascent to the beautiful Stolzenfels Castle, which towers over the course of the Rhine, turns a visit to the castle (admission required) into a dynamic hiking experience with a few metres of elevation gain. Highlights: - Visit Stolzenfels Castle - Wonderful view of the Rhine - Children's playground on the banks of the Rhine
- 3.6 (10)·Easy·6.9 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrCharming, historical circular tour in Koblenz, Rhineland-Palatinate. A very pretty circular route along the beautiful Rhine. With great views of the Rhine, you can also see the Ehrenbreitstein fortress and the Kühkopf. Highlights of the tour: - Horchheim Bridge - Along the Rhine - Rhine puddle - Pfaffendorf Bridge
- 4.0 (5)·Easy·5.6 kmRoute of the annual race from 2023 and 2024 in Koblenz, Rhineland-Palatinate. The annual event attracts thousands of participants every year. Just over 5 kilometres are covered at the Deutsches Eck, where the Moselle flows into the Rhine. Highlights: - Beautiful community experience - "Deutsches Eck"("German Corner") - Rhine and Moselle - Electoral palace and palace park - Rhine facilities
- 3.9 (10)·Moderate·9.8 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrThis hike leads through two of the most picturesque side valleys of the Rhine near Koblenz. The start of the circular tour is at Koblenz Ehrenbreitstein railway station. The trail first leads through the wild and romantic Bienhorntal valley, where the Bienhornbach stream has dug deep into the slate rock over the years. A particular highlight is the alternation between shady forest sections and open passages with sweeping views of Ehrenbreitstein Fortress and the Rhine Valley. The route...
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest historic site trail in Koblenz?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest historic site trail in Koblenz is Moselle Camino (Way of St James): Koblenz-Stolzenfels - Trier-St. Matthias. This trail is estimated to be 158.7 km long.
Which historic site trail has the most elevation gain in Koblenz?
Koblenz: With an ascent of 5,564 m, Moselle Camino (Way of St James): Koblenz-Stolzenfels - Trier-St. Matthias has the most elevation gain of all of the historic site trails in the area. The next highest ascent for historic site trails is Rhein-Mosel 2019 with 2,193 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult historic site trail in Koblenz?
The most popular and difficult historic site trail in Koblenz is Moselle Camino (Way of St James): Koblenz-Stolzenfels - Trier-St. Matthias with a 4.7-star rating from 43 reviews.
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- Liebfrauenkirche
- Alte Burg
- Garten Herlet
- Pegelhaus
- Basilika Sankt Kastor
- Dommelberg-Hütte
- Ehrenbreitstein Fortress
- Garten der Römerzeit
- Walther von der Vogelweide Brunnen
- Wachheckerkopf
- Bienhorntal
- Christuskirche
- Dikasterialgebäude
- Wache am mittleren Felsenweg
- Wache am Helfenstein
- Remstecker Quelle
- Florinskirche
- Kaiser-Wilhelm-Denkmal
- Forum Confluentes
- Herz-Jesu-Kirche