Best lake trails in Neuwied
3.7(43 reviews)
Explore the most popular lake trails near Neuwied 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
- 3.8 (24)·Moderate·10.8 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrThe ExtraTour Fürstenweg is a certified premium hiking trail. It follows in the footsteps of the Princes of Wied. Their principality in the Rhine-Westerwald existed from the 12th century until 1806. The ancestral seat of the princes was Altwied Castle until the 17th century, before they founded the town of Neuwied in 1653 and later resided there in Neuwied Castle.
- 3.9 (10)·Moderate·8.5 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular circular hiking trail in the Rhine-Westerwald Nature Park, Rhineland-Palatinate. This relaxed circular trail starts at the Schwanenteich reservoir near Oberbieber. It continues through the forest to Rengsbach, where you can take a cosy break at a refreshment stop. You walk back along the Engelsbach stream. Highlights of the hike: - Valley of the Engelsbach stream - Schwanenteich reservoir - Rhine high trail - Rengsdorf - Lime tower
- 5.0 (1)·Hard·24.3 km·Est. 7.5–8 hrEnduring hiking trail north of Neuwied, Rhineland-Palatinate From Altwied, where you can visit the ruins of Altwied Castle, this hiking trail runs along the River Wied around Melsbach, Rengsdorf and Oberbieber through the beautiful natural landscape north of the course of the Rhine. Highlights: - Hiking along the Wied - Visit the ruins of Altwied Castle - Laubach waterfall
- 4.9 (2)·Hard·17.9 km·Est. 5.5–6 hrScenic hiking trail near Neuwied in Rhineland-Palatinate From the north-west of Neuwied, this route runs northwards along the River Wied to the Laubachsmühle mill and back to the starting point via dense woodland. Highlights: - Laubachsmühle mill - Covered wooden bridge - Beautiful views - Altwied Castle
- 3.1 (3)·Moderate·10.5 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrBeautiful hiking trail from Neuwied to Pilz in Rhineland-Palatinate From the north of Neuwied, this trail runs in a north-westerly direction via Gladbach to the Haus am Pilz, where you can stop for refreshments if it is open. Highlights: - Hiking through residential areas and along field paths - Short forest section at Haus am Pilz - Stop off at the Haus am Pilz
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest lake trail in Neuwied?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest lake trail in Neuwied is Altwied, Rengsdorf, Oberbieber and Niederbieber. This trail is estimated to be 24.3 km long.
Which lake trail has the most elevation gain in Neuwied?
Neuwied: With an ascent of 847 m, Altwied, Rengsdorf, Oberbieber and Niederbieber has the most elevation gain of all of the lake trails in the area. The next highest ascent for lake trails is Schwanenteich - Rengsdorfer Plätschersteig with 783 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult lake trail in Neuwied?
The most popular and difficult lake trail in Neuwied is Altwied, Rengsdorf, Oberbieber and Niederbieber with a 5.0-star rating from 1 reviews.