Best forest trails in Saarlouis
3.9(48 reviews)
Explore the most popular forest trails near Saarlouis 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
- 3.5 (6)·Moderate·10.8 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrGreat circular route through the Ellbachtal valley from Saarlouis, Saarland From Saarlouis main railway station, the circular route leads through the Ellbachtal nature reserve, partly along the Ellbach stream that gives the area its name. Relaxed paths and beautiful views await. The walk leads back to the railway station through the Steinrauch district. Highlights: - Nature reserve - Route along the Ellbach stream
- 3.0 (1)·Easy·1.8 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrLeisurely walk in the Saar-Hunsrück Nature Park, Saarland. This almost 2 km long loop leads through the western part of Wallerfangen. The route is recommended for a walk with children as well as for a short jog. Highlights of the hike: - child-friendly - well-maintained paths
- Hard·154.2 km·Est. 24 hr+Official route of the RTF. This extreme endurance cycle tour, a classic cycle tour (RTF), stretches over 154 kilometres and leads through the border regions of Saarland and Lorraine in France. The main difficulty of this long-distance route lies in the sheer distance. The route leads over tarmac, slightly undulating to flat roads along the river valleys and therefore requires a high level of fitness. The route is closely linked to the cycling culture and industrial history surrounding the...
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest forest trail in Saarlouis?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Saarlouis is Ford RTF Saar-Lorraine (2020) – 154 route. This trail is estimated to be 154.2 km long.
Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Saarlouis?
Saarlouis: With an ascent of 2,572 m, Ford RTF Saar-Lorraine (2020) – 154 route has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is Ford RTF Saar-Lorraine (2020) – 120er Strecke with 1,958 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult forest trail in Saarlouis?
The most popular and difficult forest trail in Saarlouis is CTF Rund um den Hoxberg – 56er Strecke with a 4.0-star rating from 3 reviews.