Best trails near Hirschley
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Hirschley: This area is best seen from the trail. Good news: 12 trails will get you there, including hiking trails. Plan your trip with hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Hirschley: Looking for a challenge? Choose from 11 more difficult routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Hirschley are perfect for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.6 (399)·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 (140)·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
- 4.4 (68)·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 (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
- 4.5 (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 (42)·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 (12)·Moderate·7.9 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrThird stage of the long-distance hiking trail "Bachtäler Höhenroute" in the Eifel National Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. This is the third and final stage of the Bachtäler Höhenroute. The hike connects two of the most famous reservoirs in the Eifel National Park and leads through the core zone of the park. The starting point is the Büdenbach car park near Schwammenauel. A bus also goes here. The route ends at the Urftsee lake at the lookout point. From here you can continue your journey by...
- 4.0 (3)·Hard·41.5 km·Est. 12–13 hrScenic mountain bike tour in the Eifel National Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. The tour leads through the sometimes steep ups and downs of the magnificent Eifel landscape. Most of the time it goes through the forest. But since it also goes along rivers, the Rursee and Urftsee and Heimbach, it never gets boring on the way. A stop in Heimach is worthwhile to discover the old town and find a café for a break. The starting point can be reached by bus and train. Highlights of the hike: - Urft...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Hirschley?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Hirschley. On AllTrails.com/en-gb/, you'll find 11 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Hirschley?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Hirschley is Urft Dam and Hirschley, which has a 4.6 star rating from 399 reviews. This trail is 10.5 km long with an elevation gain of 330 m.
What is the longest trail near Hirschley?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Hirschley 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 Hirschley?
Hirschley: 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 Hirschley?
The most popular and difficult trail near Hirschley is Schwammenauel - Urfttal Dam with a 4.4-star rating from 68 reviews.