Best forest trails in Nickenich
4.3(196 reviews)
Explore the most popular forest trails near Nickenich 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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- 4.4 (97)·Moderate·8.2 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrNatural circular hiking tour in Nickenich, Rhineland-Palatinate. There is a car park and a bus stop right next to the lake. It is located in the Vulkaneifel region near Maria Laach Abbey and is the largest lake in Rhineland-Palatinate at approx. 3.3 km². Highlights: - Lake Laach - Camping possible - Maria Laach Abbey - Sour well - Interesting flora & fauna - Beautiful views
- 4.4 (36)·Hard·16.3 km·Est. 5.5–6 hrThis certified premium hiking trail, which is one of the Rhine-Moselle-Eifel-Land dream trails, offers unique insights into the volcanic past of the Eppelsberg. There are also great views of the Maria Laach monastery across Lake Laach. Highlights along the route: - Ash wall of the Laacher See volcano - Krufter forest lake - rocky outcrop - Magnificent panoramic views of the Siebengebirge and the Pellenz region - Lake Laach with a view of the Benedictine abbey of Maria Laach - Nickenich...
- 4.1 (21)·Moderate·13.2 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrBeautiful hiking trail around Lake Laach near Nickenich, Rhineland-Palatinate The hike starts at the bus stop with car park Waldfrieden/Laacher See and leads anti-clockwise around Laacher See. The hike takes you past the mofettes on Lake Laach and the Benedictine Abbey of Maria Laach. Highlights: - Lydia tower viewpoint with a view of Lake Laach - Historic Benedictine Abbey of Maria Laach - Mofettes in Lake Laach (accompanying phenomenon of volcanism)
- 4.4 (12)·Hard·20.4 km·Est. 6.5–7 hrIdyllic lake circular route around Lake Laach, Rhineland-Palatinate. This route starts and ends in Nickenich. The circular route leads around Lake Laach with a few ups and downs. Here, it is nice to enjoy the surrounding nature in peace. In silence, sometimes it is possible to hear the bubbling caused by the rising bubbles in Lake Laach. This is a sign of the still active center of the earth, which bubbles beneath the ground in the volcano. Highlights: - Lake Laach - Devil's Pulpit - Kruft...
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest forest trail in Nickenich?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Nickenich is Nickenich, Laacher Lake, and Bad Tönisstein Loop. This trail is estimated to be 21.1 km long.
Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Nickenich?
Nickenich: With an ascent of 736 m, Nickenich, Laacher Lake, and Bad Tönisstein Loop has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is Laacher See Circular Route from Nickenich with 711 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult forest trail in Nickenich?
The most popular and difficult forest trail in Nickenich is Pellenzer Seepfad with a 4.4-star rating from 36 reviews.