Best trails near Dr.-Horster-Hütte
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Dr.-Horster-Hütte: 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. Dr.-Horster-Hütte: Looking for a challenge? Choose from 12 more difficult routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Dr.-Horster-Hütte are perfect for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.6 (289)·Hard·14.3 km·Est. 5–5.5 hrHistoric circular hiking trail in the Siebengebirge Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. This varied hike starts in Rhöndorf and leads along narrow paths past two castle ruins - Drachenfels Castle (late 19th century) and Löwenburg Castle (built in the 13th century). The route offers a marvellous view of the Rhine and the surrounding area. There are refreshment stops along the way. From the Ziepchesplatz car park, the route climbs steeply uphill. Some of the paths are quite rooty, which is...
- 4.4 (47)·Moderate·14.5 km·Est. 5–5.5 hrThis route follows stage 2 of the Rheinsteig, which begins in Königswinter and ends in Bad Honnef. Starting at the Drachenfels rack railway station, the path ascends past Drachenfels Castle into the mixed forests of the Siebengebirge. It passes the Uhlan Memorial above Rhöndorf, winds up to the Löwenburg ruins and the Löwenburger Hof, and navigates steep switchbacks before descending into Bad Honnef. Overnight stays are accommodated in local guesthouses and hotels in Bad Honnef, as wild...
- 4.4 (29)·Moderate·8.9 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrTour 7 from the hiking guide "Das Siebengebirge". This is a great tour in the Siebenegebirge with many fantastic views and cultural highlights. Highlights of the hike: - Ulaneneck monument - Siegfriedshöhe - Wilhelmshöhe - Drachenfels - Drachenfels Castle - Wolkenburg Castle - Jungfernhardt - Cuckoo Stone - Rhöndorf Valley - Konrad Adenauer grave
- 4.6 (33)·Moderate·13.4 km·Est. 5–5.5 hrThis hike starts in Rhöndorf and explores some of the many peaks in the Siebengebirge Nature Park. The peaks visited include Löwenburg, Merkenshöhe, Erpelntalskopf, Gelsberg, Schallenberg and Drachenfels, where Beatufil Castle is also located! The hike is full of beautiful nature, views and history!
- 4.5 (34)·Moderate·6.3 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrLeisurely hike along the Rhine. This wonderful circular walk leads from Rhöndorf railway station to Drachenfels and from there via Milchhäuschen and Nachtigallental to Königswinter. In addition to wonderful views, this route also leads past a castle and charming villages. This route can also be turned into a circular route by walking back to Rhöndorf via the Rhine promenade. Highlights of the hike: - Nibelungenhalle and dragon cave - Reptile zoo - Drachenburg Castle - Drachenfels castle...
- 4.7 (30)·Hard·20.3 km·Est. 7–8 hrPopular and scenic circular route near Königswinter in North Rhine-Westphalia. This circular route passes two highlights of the Siebengebirge - the Drachenfelsen and the Petersburg - on beautiful (and sometimes very steep) paths. It passes through the stunning hilly countryside with some marvelous views. The route starts at the Margaretenhöhe parking lot. The path leads over Großer Ölberg to Petersberg, with its magnificent view of the Rhine. Via the Geisberg and the Nachtigallental valley,...
- 5.0 (12)·Hard·26.1 kmVaried running circuit in Königswinter, North Rhine-Westphalia. Route as of 2018 (incl. 2020). Does *not* include the paths through the dragon castle grounds, which may only be entered during the official run. Highlights of the route: - Beautiful natural landscapes - Local flora and fauna - Beautiful views
- 4.6 (21)·Hard·13 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrPanoramic circular route near Bad Honnef. The tour starts from Bad Honnef and climbs the symbolic Drachenfels with its beautiful view over the Rhine. Here, as well as a little further downhill at the Milchhäuschen, there are refreshment stops. The Ofenkaulen are a disused mining area where pyritic ash tuff blocks used to be quarried. This type of stone was used in ovens. Formerly accessible, the caves are now closed off to protect the bats that live here. The best place to start the hike...
- 4.7 (9)·Moderate·6.4 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrFamily-friendly adventure trail in the Siebengebirge Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. The wilderness trail to Drachenfels (also known as the path to wilderness D) is an exciting trail that explains the secrets of the forest at 16 adventure stations. Sometimes you walk along wide, well-developed forest paths, then again along enchanted little paths. Excellent for the whole family. Highlights of the hike: - Views of the Rhine Valley - Margarethenhöhe - Lohrberg forester's lodge -...
- 3.9 (10)·Moderate·11.7 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrVaried circular route in North Rhine-Westphalia. A beautiful circular route in Königswinter, starting near the railway station of the same name. It leads through the idyllic Nachtigallental valley to the Drachenfels plateau. Parts of the hike can also be shortened by train. There are several places to stop for refreshments along the way. Highlights: - Drachenfels Castle - Federal Chancellor Adenauer House Foundation - Drachenburg Castle
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Dr.-Horster-Hütte?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Dr.-Horster-Hütte. On AllTrails.com/en-gb/, you'll find 11 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Dr.-Horster-Hütte?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Dr.-Horster-Hütte is Siebengebirgs Circular: Löwenburg - Drachenfels, which has a 4.6 star rating from 289 reviews. This trail is 14.3 km long with an elevation gain of 703 m.
What is the longest trail near Dr.-Horster-Hütte?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Dr.-Horster-Hütte is Kloster Heisterbach – Bad Honnef. This trail is estimated to be 34.3 km long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Dr.-Horster-Hütte?
Dr.-Horster-Hütte: With an ascent of 1,506 m, Kloster Heisterbach – Bad Honnef has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Drachenlauf with 1,230 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Dr.-Horster-Hütte?
The most popular and difficult trail near Dr.-Horster-Hütte is Siebengebirgs Circular: Löwenburg - Drachenfels with a 4.6-star rating from 289 reviews.
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- Drachenfels
- Petersberg
- Rosenau
- Stenzelberg
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- Drachenmarionette (Münzgerät)
- Drachenburgblick
- Großer Ölberg
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- Dr.-Horster-Hütte
- Hütte Rheinblick
- Nonnenstromberg
- ehem. Basaltsteinbruch Weilberg
- Hirschberghütte
- Kleiner Ölberg
- Wolkenburg
- Liebesbrünnchen
- Der Minuten Esel
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