Best trails near Oleftalsperre
4.0(83 reviews)
Oleftalsperre: This area is best seen from the trail. Good news: 9 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. Oleftalsperre: Looking for a challenge? Choose from 9 more difficult routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Oleftalsperre are perfect for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.4 (39)·Moderate·14.2 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrPromising hiking excursion in the North Eifel Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. The short hike of 13.5 kilometers leads around the Oleftalsperre—an unexcited tour in wonderful silence with lovely views of the calm lake. Almost the entire route is along a paved path. Highlights of the tour: - Idyllic natural landscapes - Local flora and fauna - Magnificent views of and around the Oleftalsperre
- 3.8 (14)·Moderate·14 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrA beautiful loop around the dam near Hellenthal. There is a fairly steep climb right at the start. The forest chapel was built in 1898 by order of Count Engelberg-Marie von Arenberg. As there are no refreshment stops except in the village of Hellenthal, you should take some provisions with you. There are benches and shelters along the way.
- 4.2 (9)·Moderate·15.6 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrWonderful circular route in the Eifel Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. A beautiful circular route in the Eifel, which leads along the former "Siegfried Line", to the forest chapel and to one of the largest daffodil meadows in the Eifel. The hike is particularly beautiful between March and May, when the wildflowers are in full bloom! The daffodil blossom in the Oleftal valley is legendary and was once sponsored by Loki Schmidt. A memorial stone on the path today commemorates the wife of...
- 4.3 (2)·Moderate·14.2 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrPicturesque and scenic excursion near Schöneseiffen, North Rhine-Westphalia. The hike leads through the North Eifel Nature Park. The Oleftalsperre reservoir is particularly beautiful on this route. You should definitely plan some time there to enjoy the beautiful views. Highlights of the tour: - Great views of the Oleftalsperre dam - Local flora and fauna - Beautiful natural landscapes in the North Eifel Nature Park
- Moderate·52 km·Est. 13–14.5 hrSection of the Eifel-Höhe-Route in the Eifel National Park, North Rhine-Westphalia The second day's stage of the Eifel-Höhen-Route starts in Hellenthal and first follows the northern bank of the idyllic Oleftalsperre. We continue via Kalterherberg and to picturesque Monschau with its old town adorned with half-timbered facades. The path finally leads along the Rur to the stage destination Einruhr with overnight accommodation and refreshment stops. Highlights: - Clothier town of Monschau -...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Oleftalsperre?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Oleftalsperre. On AllTrails.com/en-gb/, you'll find 7 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Oleftalsperre?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Oleftalsperre is Oleftal Dam Circular, which has a 4.4 star rating from 39 reviews. This trail is 14.2 km long with an elevation gain of 313 m.
What is the longest trail near Oleftalsperre?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Oleftalsperre is Bütgenbach - Wirtzfeld - Oleftalsperre. This trail is estimated to be 55.7 km long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Oleftalsperre?
Oleftalsperre: With an ascent of 1,003 m, Eifel Heights Route Stage 2: Hellenthal - Einruhr has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Bütgenbach - Wirtzfeld - Oleftalsperre with 970 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Oleftalsperre?
The most popular and difficult trail near Oleftalsperre is Von Hollerath zur Oleftalsperre with a 3.6-star rating from 3 reviews.
