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Best backpacking trails in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park

Best backpacking trails in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park

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The High Fens-Eifel Nature Park runs along the German-Belgian border. The German part is also known as the North Eifel Nature Park. North Rhine-Westphalia's only national park, the Eifel National Park, is located in the centre of the nature park.

The natural diversity of the park never ceases to amaze visitors. The upland moor in the Belgian "High Fens", rivers, streams and 15 lakes and reservoirs, the colourful diversity of species in the Limestone Eifel, wide and wooded mountain heights of the High Eifel and the foothills of the Volcanic Eifel are just some of the highlights of the nature park.

Top sights

Rur
Rur
River
Ehrensteinsley
Ehrensteinsley
Peak
Das Stadtgespräch
Das Stadtgespräch
Spring
Hirschley
Hirschley
Picnic site
Obersee
Obersee
Reservoir
Taucherbucht
Taucherbucht
Bay

Top trails

  1. #1 - Eifelsteig Stage 3: Monschau - Einruhr

    4.5 (95)·Hard·24.6 km·Est. 7.5–8.5 hr
    This route is stage 3 of the Eifelsteig, a premium long-distance trail through the Eifel region. This specific section starts in the historic cloth-making town of Monschau and ends in Einruhr on the Obersee lake. The path leads from picturesque half-timbered alleys up to the Kierberg viewpoint and continues along the Perlenbach Reservoir to Monschau-Höfen. A unique feature of this area is the house-high beech hedges, traditionally used as windbreaks. The trail then follows the winding course...

  2. #2 - Eifelsteig Stage 1: Kornelimünster - Roetgen

    4.5 (134)·Moderate·14.3 km·Est. 4–4.5 hr
    This route is stage 1 of the Eifelsteig, a premium long-distance trail through the Eifel region. This specific section starts in the historic center of Kornelimünster near Aachen and ends in Roetgen. The path leads from the picturesque Korneliusmarkt past the impressive Itertal Viaduct up onto the first Eifel ridges. A scenic highlight is the Struffelt Heide nature reserve, an idyllic high moor traversed via narrow wooden boardwalks. Hikers also pass the viewing platform at the Dreilägerbach...

  3. #3 - Eifelsteig Stage 4: Einruhr - Gemünd

    4.6 (74)·Hard·21.7 km·Est. 6.5–7 hr
    This route is stage 4 of the Eifelsteig, a long-distance trail through North Rhine-Westphalia and Rhineland-Palatinate. This specific section starts in Einruhr and ends in Gemünd. The path leads along the steep slopes of the Obersee lake up to the Dreiborn Plateau, passing through the historic Vogelsang IP site and the ghost village of Wollseifen. Hikers enjoy vast panoramic views over the Eifel National Park before descending into the valley town of Gemünd. Overnight stays are available at...

  4. #4 - Wilderness Trail Stage 2: Einruhr - Gemünd

    4.6 (37)·Hard·19.5 km·Est. 6–6.5 hr
    Panoramic, second section of the Wildnistrail long-distance hiking trail near Gemünd in the Eifel, North Rhine-Westphalia. The Wildnistrail ("wilderness trail")is a four-stage hike across the national park from Höfen to Zerkall. This route is the 2nd section between Einruhr and Gemünd. A visit to the Vogelsang Visitor Centre is recommended along the way. There, certified speakers provide information about the military past of the site. From the Eifel View Station Modenhübel, the unrivalled...

  5. #5 - Wilderness Trail Stage 1: Höfen - Einruhr

    4.6 (37)·Hard·23.7 km·Est. 7–7.5 hr
    Scenic section of the Wilderness Trail in the Eifel This route leads past roaring streams, colorful flower meadows, dense forests and offers beautiful panoramic views. The entire wilderness trail consists of four stages that lead across the Eifel National Park. This first stage begins in the west of Höfen and leads south along the Perlenbach. First via Furthsbachweg, which runs along the Furthsbach for a while. At the Belgian border, turn left and enter the Eifel National Park. This section...

  6. #6 - Wilderness Trail Stage 3: Gemünd - Heimbach

    4.4 (28)·Hard·23 km·Est. 6.5–7 hr
    Idyllic section of the Wilderness Trail in the Eifel Along the route, nature is deliberately left to its own devices, so that the wilderness is slowly but surely returning. The third part of the popular hiking trail leads through the Kermeter ridge, which is considered the heart of the national park. Here you can enjoy extensive beech and oak forests and discover a lot along the way. The route begins at the national park gate in Gemünd and leads through impressive beech forests, past the...

  7. #7 - Eifelsteig Stage 5: Gemünd - Steinfeld

    4.5 (51)·Hard·17.7 km·Est. 5–5.5 hr
    This route is stage 5 of the Eifelsteig, a long-distance trail through North Rhine-Westphalia and Rhineland-Palatinate. This specific section starts in Gemünd and ends at Steinfeld Abbey. The path leads from the confluence of the Olef and Urft rivers up to the Kuckucksley viewpoint and through the historic timber-framed village of Olef. Hikers traverse quiet forest areas with traces of former ore mining before the view of the imposing Steinfeld Abbey opens up near Golbach. Overnight stays...

  8. #8 - Kermeter Circular Route: Honigberg Mountain - Heimbach - Mariawald

    4.3 (44)·Hard·26.1 km·Est. 7.5–8 hr
    Breathtaking circular route over the Kermeter near Aachen, North Rhine-Westphalia. The Kermeter is a mountain range covered with one of the largest areas of deciduous forest in the Rhineland. This hiking route rewards with fascinating views over valleys and lakes in the beautiful Eifel Nature Park. Please note that the route is only partially paved. From time to time, fallen trees may block the path or there may be other small obstacles along the way. The "Wilder Weg" ("Wild Path") is an...

  9. #9 - Eifelsteig Stage 6: Steinfeld - Blankenheim

    4.5 (46)·Hard·23.7 km·Est. 6.5–7 hr
    This route is stage 6 of the Eifelsteig, a long-distance trail through North Rhine-Westphalia and Rhineland-Palatinate. This specific section starts at Steinfeld Abbey and ends in Blankenheim. The path leads through the Gillesbach Valley and follows the Urft river to the Grüner Pütz, an ancient Roman spring collection site. Hikers pass Nettersheim and the Römerweiher pond with the nearby Görresburg temple complex before reaching Blankenheim, featuring its iconic castle and the source of the...

  10. #10 - Eifelsteig Stage 7: Blankenheim - Mirbach

    4.3 (33)·Hard·18 km·Est. 5–5.5 hr
    This route is stage 7 of the Eifelsteig, a long-distance trail through North Rhine-Westphalia and Rhineland-Palatinate. This specific section starts in Blankenheim and ends in Mirbach. The path leads from the source of the Ahr via the historic "Brotpfad" (Bread Path) through dense forests to the 520-meter-high Kalvarienberg near Alendorf. Hikers traverse characteristic juniper heaths and enjoy expansive views across the Eifel before following the Mirbach stream into the village, known for...
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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best trail to hike for backpacking in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park?

According to users from AllTrails.com, the best trail to hike for backpacking in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park is Eifelsteig Stage 3: Monschau - Einruhr, which has a 4.5 star rating from 95 reviews. This trail is 24.6 km long with an elevation gain of 785 m.

What is the longest backpacking trail in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest backpacking trail in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park is Eifelsteig [CLOSED]. This trail is estimated to be 309.8 km long.

How many backpacking trails are in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park?

There are 84 backpacking trails in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park.These backpacking trails have an average 4.2-star ratingfrom NaN AllTrails community reviews.

Which backpacking trail has the most elevation gain in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park?

Eifelsteig [CLOSED] has the most elevation gain for backpacking trails with 9,218 m of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Eifel-Höhen-Route (Radfernweg), which has 4,075 m of elevation gain.

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