Best bike touring trails in Eifel National Park
The Eifel National Park was established in 2004 and is the first and only national park in North Rhine-Westphalia. The park is located on the border between Germany and Belgium and offers many kilometres of hiking, cycling and riding trails. The park is also home to the famous Wilderness Trail, which is divided into 4 stages and runs between Monschau and Höfen. Another well-known through route, the Eifelsteig, runs through the park. Guided tours are offered by park rangers, but the hiking trails can also be explored on your own.
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Top trails
- 4.8 (10)·Hard·54.7 km·Est. 14.5–16 hrPopular looop in the Eifel National Park near Heimbach, North Rhine-Westphalia. This long and varied tour in the Eifel National Park leads, of course, along 4 beautiful lakes. First it goes along the Heimbach reservoir, then to the Rursee, on to the Urftsee and along the Obersee. Especially on sunny days you can enjoy the glittering blue and wonderfully green natural panorama on the banks. In some places the path is very steep, especially up to Vogelsang and Walberhof. Overall, you need a...
- 4.7 (13)·Hard·54.9 km·Est. 14.5–16 hrScenic circular route in the Eifel National Park, North Rhine-Westphalia This beautiful tour around the Urftsee lake and the Rurtalsperre dam is suitable for gravel bikes or mountain bikes. As there are a few metres in altitude to conquer and some of the trails are quite challenging, a certain level of fitness is required. Boats operate in the villages along the water, which can be used to shorten the route. There are cafés and restaurants in the villages. The start is at IP Vogelsang. The...
- 5.0 (13)·Moderate·20.4 km·Est. 5.5–6 hrSection of the Eifel-Höhe-Route in the Eifel National Park, North Rhine-Westphalia The southern loop of the third stage of the Eifel-Höhen-Route follows the banks of the Urftsee and leads through the wild heart of the Eifel National Park with its wildcats, black storks and numerous other unique animal and plant species. The path is characterized in particular by the magnificent lakes. On the way there are some huts, picnic areas and places to stop for refreshments. Highlights: -...
- 4.6 (7)·Moderate·38 km·Est. 10–10.5 hrScenic bike tour in Gemünd, North Rhine-Westphalia. From the National Park Gate in Gemünd, the route climbs for a longer time to Herhahn and the heights of Wollseifen. The route runs for the most part on paved cycle paths of the NRW cycling network and partly leads over gravelled forest paths. Caution: The path from Wolllseifen to the Urftseemauer goes very steeply downhill in two places. It might be necessary to get off the bike here. This section of the trail and also the longer ascent...
- 5.0 (1)·Hard·61.8 km·Est. 15.5–17.5 hrVaried MTB tour in North Rhine-Westphalia. This route requires a high level of fitness. It starts in Lammersdorf and from there heads anti-clockwise back via Rurberg, Vogelsang and Höfen. Along the way, you will encounter the full diversity of the Eifel National Park. The route follows forest paths, along the green banks of reservoirs and along idyllic streams. In the villages you will find places to stop for refreshments, half-timbered houses and lots of interesting things to...
- 3.4 (3)·Moderate·25.9 km·Est. 7–7.5 hrA circular tour by bicycle through the daffodil area in the Fuhrtsbach valley. Every year in spring, the wild, yellow narcissus transforms the wide meadowland near Monschau into fragrant carpets of blossoms. The trail leads through fragrant forests and idyllic stream valleys. Along the way there are numerous benches for a short break. A shortcut is possible, e.g. at junction 41 / Antoniusbrücke. There is a refreshment stop directly at the starting point. Highlights: - from mid-March to the...
- 4.0 (1)·Moderate·60 km·Est. 15.5–17 hrAs the name of the route suggests, this is a route full of contrasts: the first half of the route is on tarmac, so it would also be manageable on a racing bike. The second half, however, is on small dirt tracks and forest paths, most of which are unpaved. There is no getting through here on a road bike. Recommended bike: Gravel bike (ideal) Mountain bike, trekking bike.
- 4.1 (2)·Moderate·75.8 km·Est. 18.5–20.5 hrScenic circular route in the Eifel, North Rhine-Westphalia. This cycle tour always leads along the water. From Obersee, the route follows the course of the Rur, then goes to the Oleftalsperre dam and along the Olef for a while. Finally, the route goes along the Urft to the Urftsee. Most of the route runs along surfaced cycle paths of the NRW cycle network and some of it leads along gravelled forest paths. There are longer climbs before and after Monschau. The tour is also ideal as a 2-day...
- Moderate·40.9 km·Est. 10–11 hrWonderful cycle route with lake views in the Eifel National Park. This beautiful route starts at IP Vogelsang and criss-crosses through lush mixed forests, offering marvellous views and wonderful lake panoramas. The diversity of flora and fauna in the unspoilt nature of the Eifel National Park offers the chance to encounter birds of prey, small mammals and magnificent plants. Along the way, there are several nice places to stop for refreshments and regional cuisine. Highlights: - Former...
Visitor info
Accessibility
Facilities
The easiest way to access the national park is via the information centres (or "national park gates") in Simmerath-Rurberg, Nideggen, Heimbach and Mönschau-Höfen. There is a tourist information centre and exhibitions on various topics relating to the national park. Exciting information about flora and fauna is available at the Eifel National Park Centre at the "International Place" Vogelsang IP. The centre is open all year round, but the daily opening hours vary in summer and winter.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best trail for bike touring in Eifel National Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best trail for bike touring in Eifel National Park is Four Lakes, which has a 4.8 star rating from 10 reviews. This trail is 54.7 km long with an elevation gain of 1,370 m.
What is the longest bike touring trail in Eifel National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest bike touring trail in Eifel National Park is Valleys and Dams. This trail is estimated to be 75.8 km long.
How many bike touring trails are in Eifel National Park?
There are 9 bike touring trails in Eifel National Park.These bike touring trails have an average 4.5-star ratingfrom 50 AllTrails community reviews.
Which bike touring trail has the most elevation gain in Eifel National Park?
Valleys and Dams has the most elevation gain for bike touring trails with 1,456 m of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Straße, Wald, Wiese ab Vogelsang, which has 1,392 m of elevation gain.
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