Best trails near Rur
3.9(63 reviews)
Rur: This area is best seen from the trail. Good news: 12 trails will get you there, including hiking and camping trails. Plan your trip with hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Rur: Explore this area from one of 3 easy hiking routes or discover child friendly routes for your next family trip. Rur: Looking for a challenge? Choose from 9 more difficult routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Rur are perfect for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.1 (14)·Moderate·10.5 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrIdyllic circular hike no. 25 in the Eifel National Park, North Rhine-Westphalia The hike can be started from the Zerkall car park or from the railway station nearby. It goes along the Zerkall road and through the woods along the Kall. Where the Zerkall paper mill stands today, there were already water-powered mills in the 16th century that served as oil mills, among other things. With a bit of luck, kingfishers, dippers and lizards can be spotted along the river. With some provisions in your...
- 5.0 (4)·Hard·41.2 km·Est. 12.5–13.5 hrA tour that can be divided into 3 parts. Here is a suggestion: Tour 1 The red sandstone route starts at Kreuzau railway station, leaves the town centre and leads across the Rura floodplain to Üdingen. There, the path gradually climbs so that you can enjoy the impressive panorama of the Obermaubach reservoir on the Mausauel. Via the Eugenienstein and above the Rather Felsen, the route finally reaches Nideggen on winding natural paths through the Hindenburgtor and the Christinenley rock...
- 5.0 (9)·Moderate·36.9 km·Est. 8.5–9.5 hrPopular and scenic section of the RurUfer cycle path from Düren to Heimbach, near Düren, North Rhine-Westphalia. The predominantly flat RurUfer cycle route begins in the Belgian High Fens and ends in Roermond in the Netherlands. The route continues past mottled sandstone cliffs, mill ponds and the Obermaubach reservoir to Heimbach. Highlights: - Charming town of Düren - Red sandstone cliffs (Nideggen) - Citadel (Jülich) --------------------------------------- Further information on the...
- 4.3 (11)·Easy·6.8 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrFamily-friendly route in Kreuzau, North Rhine-Westphalia. This picturesque route starts in Kreuzau and ends in Nideggen. This is the shorter route from Kreuzau to Obermaubach, which can also be covered on the hourly Rurtalbahn railway. The trail, which has been in existence for over 100 years, is named after the former chairman of the Eifelverein, Professor Ferdinand Schürmann. Highlights of the route: - Beautiful natural landscapes - Local flora and fauna - Beautiful views
- 4.6 (3)·Moderate·11.4 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrScenic route from Obermaubach to Kreuzau, North Rhine-Westphalia. This picturesque route leads from Obermaubach to Krezau. Both towns are located in the charming landscape of the North Eifel Nature Park. First you circle the Obermaubach reservoir. At the Eifelblick Waldkapelle vantage point, it is worth taking in the natural surroundings for a while. The trail continues through the beautiful Buntsandstein nature reserve, offering plenty of views, until you follow the course of the Rur in the...
- 4.6 (3)·Easy·1.9 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrPicturesque village tour through Dedenborn in the Eifel. This picturesque and scenic village tour through Dedenborn leads through the small town with its cultural and historical sights and on beautiful trails up to the "Schöne Aussicht" vantage point. Here await fantastic views of the region. The route is marked with the number 6. There are places to stop for refreshments along the way. Highlights: - historic parish church - View from the rock outcrop "Spicher"
- 4.6 (7)·Moderate·9.7 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular and informative discovery trail in Üdingen-Boich, North Rhine-Westphalia. This informative circular trail starts at the chapel in Üdingen. The trail leads through villages and along forest and meadow paths through the countryside. A total of 14 stations provide unique information about the special cultural and natural landscape of this area. You can enjoy the marvellous view of the vast fields from the heights on the edge of the Eifel. Highlights: - Wonderful views - Informative...
- 3.0 (4)·Moderate·25.9 km·Est. 6–6.5 hrThis is a hike or a recommended cycle tour (due to the total length) from Düren towards Untermaubach and back. The hike is reminiscent of the industrialisation of the residents along the Rur. Mainly the paper industry. In addition to modern industrial buildings, you can also see industrial plants from the early 19th century, beautifully situated near rivers. The tour can also be hiked, but in this case the return journey on the Rur valley railway is recommended.
- 3.0 (3)·Easy·6.8 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrIdyllic circular trail around Winden, North Rhine-Westphalia. Start at the sports field in Winden. The circular route leads mostly through the forest. On the Hemgenberg, you can enjoy beautiful views over the meadows and fields of the Eifel. Highlights: - Local flora and fauna - Varied natural landscapes
- 2.5 (3)·Moderate·12.4 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrBeautiful views of valleys and castles. This loop (including a diversion to Hemgenberg) leads above the Rur and around pretty older houses to Unter and Obermaubach. There is a view of the Engelsblick overlooking the Obermaubach reservoir. Follow the Eifelverein's main hiking trail no. 5 and you will reach the Hemgenberg. If the weather is clear, the "Cologne Cathedral" is on the way. Continue along the water adventure trail to Untermaubach past the castle in the direction of Obermaubach. The...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Rur?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Rur. On AllTrails.com/en-gb/, you'll find 9 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Rur?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Rur is Kalltalweg, which has a 4.1 star rating from 14 reviews. This trail is 10.5 km long with an elevation gain of 224 m.
What is the longest trail near Rur?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Rur is Buntsandsteinroute. This trail is estimated to be 41.2 km long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Rur?
Rur: With an ascent of 1,470 m, Buntsandsteinroute has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Rur-Ufer-Radweg with 568 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Rur?
The most popular and difficult trail near Rur is Buntsandsteinroute with a 5.0-star rating from 4 reviews.
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- Rur
- Fischtreppe
- Stausee Obermaubach
- Waldkapelle
- Engelsblick
- Engels-Blick-Hütte
- Hochkoppel
- Burg Drove
- Burg Untermaubach
- Teufelsloch
- Eifelblick Waldkapelle Obermaubach
- Eifelblick Schafsbenden
- Heiliger Pütz
- Amphibienschutzgewässer
- Panzer-Kettenreinigungsanlage
- Hemgenberg
- An den drei Erken
- Freizeitfreunden Rurtal e.V.
- Mauerreste
- Decke Boom (Marieneiche)