Best river trails in Moselkern

Family-friendly hike in the Elz Valley, Rhineland-Palatinate. This route starts at the Ringelsteiner Mühle mill and follows the Elzbach stream with a slight incline through the Eltz Forest nature reserve to Eltz Castle. The hilltop castle from the 12th century is one of the most famous German castles and a protected cultural monument, which is partially open for tours during the summer months. This is an easy hike for the whole family, with many enchanting views of the castle. Please note:...

This route follows stage 21 of the Moselsteig, connecting Moselkern with the wine village of Löf on a particularly panoramic and physically active section. The hike starts with a challenging, steep trail up through the vineyards, which quickly rewards hikers upon reaching a spectacular ridgeline path. Among the absolute highlights is the "Küppchen" viewpoint, which offers sweeping vistas over the Moselle and Baybach valleys as well as the nearby Bischofstein Castle, and is well-known as a...

Panoramic circular route in the Palatinate Elz Valley. Start is at the Moselkern railway station. The Elzbach stream leads to Ringelsteiner Mühle. It is possible to stop here for refreshments, and to the famous Eltz Castle. It is definitely worth taking some time to visit the castle! Later, the Eifel-Moselhöhenweg trail continues to the Rotherhof forester's lodge. There, where the box tree hiking trail begins, a fantastic view of Treis-Karden and the "Mosel Cathedral" of St Castor awaits....

Popular castle hike on the Moselle, Rhineland-Palatinate. Moselkern railway station is the starting and finishing point of this hike. A stretch along the Moselle through the Elz Valley takes you to the ruins of Trutzelt Castle and the fairytale Eltz Knights' Castle in the middle of the Eltz Forest. From there, the trail leads uphill via Petersköpfchen to Wierschem. You can stop for refreshments in the village or simply enjoy the view before returning along sunny paths. Highlights: - Walk...