Best trails near Eschbach
4.5(1,128 reviews)
Eschbach: This area is best seen from the trail. Good news: 15 trails will get you there, including hiking, backpacking, and camping trails. Plan your trip with hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Eschbach: Looking for a challenge? Choose from 14 more difficult routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Eschbach are perfect for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.6 (396)·Moderate·10.5 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrScenic circular route in the Eifel National Park, North Rhine-Westphalia This beautiful Eifel hike can be walked in both directions. No matter which direction, one of the most beautiful vantage points in North Rhine-Westphalia awaits! The hike begins at the car park at the Rurberg pumping station, near Paulushofdamm. The dam is crossed and then it goes either to the left steeply up into the forest and to the Hirschley viewpoint or to the right along the banks of the Urft to the Urfttalsperre...
- 4.5 (208)·Moderate·9.2 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrPanoramic hike in the Eifel National Park, North Rhine-Westphalia The circular hike leads through the Wilden Kermeter and to the popular Hirschley vantage point, from where you can enjoy wonderful views of the Eifel landscape. If you take some provisions with you, you can also enjoy a picnic with the beautiful view. Highlights: - Hirschley viewpoint - Wild trail near route - Viewpoint "View of Urftsee"
- 4.2 (139)·Moderate·13.7 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrPanoramic hiking tour in Heimbach, North Rhine-Westphalia. On this route you can marvel at the most beautiful sides of the Kermeter while being in the midst of a landscape of forest and water in the beautiful Eifel National Park. The almost 14-kilometer hike leads through oak and beech forests. On average, the trees here are 90 years old, although there are also specimens that are 250 years old. You first hike a few kilometers along the Rursee on well-developed paths. Later you reach the...
- 4.5 (99)·Easy·4.5 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrBarrier-free circular trail for the whole family near Heimbach, North Rhine-Westphalia. This family-friendly trail can be explored on your own or as a guided tour with a ranger. The Hirschley viewpoint is a wonderful place for a picnic with a great view included. Highlights: - Hirschley viewpoint with tactile bronze model - Vogelsang viewpoint
- 4.5 (42)·Moderate·10.3 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrBeautiful hiking trail at the Urftsee in the Eifel National Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. This loop runs along the banks of the Urftsee and over shady forest paths to the Urftseetalsperre. Here you can take a break in the excursion restaurant and then start the ascent in the direction of the Honigberg. At the Hirschley viewpoint you can take a break on the benches and enjoy the view. Highlights: - Urftsee reservoir - Urftseetalsperre - Hirschley viewpoint
- 4.4 (65)·Hard·16.6 km·Est. 5–5.5 hrScenic circular route twice over the Kermeter and to the Urftsee in the Eifel National Park. It starts at the hiking car park in Büdenbach. The mountainous hike leads almost exclusively through shady forests, with long ascents and descents, which are always worthwhile because of the great views. This is especially true on summer days, when the glittering lakes and the vibrant green of the forest complement each other beautifully. It goes over the forest-covered ridge of Kermeter and then...
- 4.5 (37)·Moderate·10.1 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrPanoramic circular hike in the Eifel National Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. The route starts in Rurberg, crosses the Paulushofdamm dam and then heads up towards Honigberg. The impressive Rur dam, lush forests with oak and beech trees and easy-to-walk paths are like a short cure in the great outdoors. A particular highlight is the Hirschley viewpoint, which is well signposted. A marvellous and romantic panoramic view from there rewards the ascent. You can enjoy a well-earned rest with a...
- 4.7 (41)·Hard·17.4 km·Est. 5–5.5 hrPicturesque and scenic hiking trail in the Eifel National Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. Great circular route that starts in Einruhr. Car parks and a bus stop are available. A special highlight of the tour is the fantastic Obersee lake. Swimming is prohibited in the Obersee. For those who want to swim, there is an integrated natural adventure pool in Einruhr. Highlights of the tour: - Local flora and fauna - Beautiful natural landscapes - Pretty views - Rur, Upper and Urft reservoirs -...
- 4.5 (38)·Moderate·12.2 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrBeautiful circular route in the Eifel National Park, North Rhine-Westphalia This is exactly the right place to spend a day in the cooling shade of the forest during the summer months. The one or other ascent is quite challenging, but overall the route is easy to master. There are always beautiful views of the Rur and Rursee and there are plenty of benches for a picnic. The start is at the Kermeter car park. There is also a WC here. Highlights: - Views of the Eifel landscape
- 4.3 (44)·Hard·26.1 km·Est. 7.5–8 hrBreathtaking 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...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Eschbach?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Eschbach. On AllTrails.com/en-gb/, you'll find 14 hiking trails, 5 backpacking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Eschbach?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Eschbach is Urft Dam and Hirschley, which has a 4.6 star rating from 396 reviews. This trail is 10.5 km long with an elevation gain of 330 m.
What is the longest trail near Eschbach?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Eschbach is MTB Tour: Gemünd - Rursee - Urftsee - Vogelsang. This trail is estimated to be 41.5 km long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Eschbach?
Eschbach: With an ascent of 1,210 m, MTB Tour: Gemünd - Rursee - Urftsee - Vogelsang has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Bachtäler-Höhenroute (Fernwanderweg) with 1,202 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Eschbach?
The most popular and difficult trail near Eschbach is Schwammenauel - Urfttal Dam with a 4.4-star rating from 65 reviews.