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Best trails near Cologne Cathedral

Best trails near Cologne Cathedral

4.1(280 reviews)

Cologne Cathedral: This area is best seen from the trail. Good news: 7 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. Cologne Cathedral: Explore this area from one of 2 easy hiking routes or discover child friendly routes for your next family trip. Cologne Cathedral: Looking for a challenge? Choose from 5 more difficult routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Cologne Cathedral are perfect for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts.

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  1. #1 - City Tour Cologne: Old Town City Walk

    4.4 (87)·Easy·2.9 km·Est. 0.5–1 hr
    Popular city walk in Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia. This city walk goes through Cologne's city centre, past many of the city's most famous sights. It starts at the Rhine, which will be crossed via the Hohenzollern Bridge - famous for its hundreds of thousands of love locks. Of course, Cologne Cathedral, which was built in 1248 and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is also along the route. Highlights of the route: - Rhine - Hohenzollern Bridge - Cologne Cathedral - Numerous museums - Rhine...

  2. #2 - Cologne: Rheinpark - Sculpture Park - Cologne Cathedral

    4.4 (78)·Easy·5.3 km·Est. 1–1.5 hr
    Family-friendly city walk in Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia. This is a nice, easy tour of Cologne. Always along the Rhine, it passes well-known attractions such as Cologne Cathedral. The route can be easily reached by bus and train. The start and finish of this walk is Cologne Central Station. Highlights of the route: - Beautiful cultural and urban landscape - Great views - Along the Rhine

  3. #3 - Rhine Riverbank Circular Route

    4.4 (94)·Moderate·11.1 km·Est. 2.5–3 hr
    Scenic city walk in Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia. A beautiful circular route without much ascent, which always leads along the banks of the Rhine and past numerous attractions. There is the Rhine Park and Cologne Cathedral and much more to discover in the historic city centre. The start and finish points are easily accessible, right next to Cologne Central Station. The route can be individually shortened or extended and there are numerous cafés and restaurants to stop off at. Highlights...

  4. #4 - Cologne Half Marathon (2019)

    4.7 (6)·Moderate·20.9 km·Est. 5–5.5 hr
    Popular running event in Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia. This is the course of the Cologne Half Marathon. The route leads through several parks and crosses the Rhine once. Further details about the event can be found on the organisers' website (see link under "Tips"). Please note: The route may only be safe to run due to road closures during the event. Highlights of the route: - Rhine - Cologne Cathedral - Hiroshima-Nagasaki Park - August Sander Park

  5. #5 - Cologne: Cologne Cathedral - Mediapark - Hiroshima-Nagasaki Park

    4.4 (10)·Moderate·8.5 km·Est. 2–2.5 hr

  6. #6 - Jakobsweg Köln - Kerpen

    5.0 (2)·Hard·34.6 km·Est. 8–9 hr
    This historic pilgrimage stage leads from the Cologne Cathedral westward through the Rhineland to Kerpen. The route follows a mix of paved paths, urban green belts—such as the Outer Green Belt—and quiet field tracks through the Cologne Lowland. A major highlight is starting at the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Cologne Cathedral, and visiting the Brauweiler Abbey with its impressive Romanesque church. The trail is technically simple and, thanks to the flat terrain, perfectly suited for a...

  7. #7 - Cologne Marathon

    1.1 (3)·Moderate·43 km
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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to hike near Cologne Cathedral?

According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Cologne Cathedral is City Tour Cologne: Old Town City Walk, which has a 4.4 star rating from 87 reviews. This trail is 2.9 km long with an elevation gain of 57 m.

What is the longest trail near Cologne Cathedral?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Cologne Cathedral is Cologne Marathon. This trail is estimated to be 43.0 km long.

Which trail has the most elevation gain near Cologne Cathedral?

Cologne Cathedral: With an ascent of 676 m, Cologne Marathon has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Jakobsweg Köln - Kerpen with 514 m of elevation gain.

What is the most popular and difficult trail near Cologne Cathedral?

The most popular and difficult trail near Cologne Cathedral is Jakobsweg Köln - Kerpen with a 5.0-star rating from 2 reviews.

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