Best trails near Riesentor
4.5(258 reviews)
Riesentor: 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. Riesentor: Looking for a challenge? Choose from 9 more difficult routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Riesentor are perfect for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.7 (70)·Moderate·10.3 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrPanoramic circular route with geological highlights near Nideggen in North Rhine-Westphalia. The route leads below the mottled sandstone cliffs between Obermaubach and Nideggen through the Rur valley. The trail leads along varied paths, mostly through the forest, with occasional views over meadows and fields. The start is at a car park in the centre of Nideggen. However, the route can also be easily started from Nideggen-Brück or Zerkall railway station. There are cafés and restaurants in...
- 4.5 (60)·Moderate·7.7 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrA hike with magnificent panoramic views along the colourful sandstone cliffs with their bizarre formations. Here you can also watch sport climbers on the rock faces. A short tour through the old town centre of Nideggen and the castle is recommended as a short detour. The route starts at Niedeggen-Brück railway station. Alternatively, the hike can also be started at Zerkall railway station. This hiking route is not suitable for pushchairs.
- 4.4 (42)·Moderate·15.1 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrPopular, beautiful hiking trail near the Hohes Venn-Eifel nature park, North Rhine-Westphalia. This circular hiking trail leads through the striking red sandstone rocks of the Rur Valley and to Nideggen Castle. The route is located on the edge of the Eifel National Park in the Rurtal nature reserve and the Buntsandstein nature reserve. This route offers wonderful views of the striking red sandstone cliffs and Nideggen Castle, which can be viewed particularly well from the Christinenley...
- 4.7 (37)·Hard·18.5 km·Est. 5.5–6 hrPanoramic circular trail in the Rur Valley, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany Steep, towering rock formations are the hallmark of the Rur Valley and this full-day hike also takes you along the red sandstone route that runs through it. The predominantly red-coloured rocks gave it this name. The castle in Nideggen is well worth a visit. Magnificent panoramic views reward this long hike time and again. Refreshments are available along the way. Start at the car park near Zerkall. However, there...
- 4.0 (17)·Moderate·14 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrTour with fantastic views along red sandstone cliffs 7.80 km The Rur valley near Nideggen impresses with its steeply towering red sandstone rock formations. The "Buntsand-steinroute" leads through this area and rewards you with impressive views. Nideggen Castle is enthroned on a rocky outcrop. Worth seeing: red sandstone cliffs, Eugenienstein, forest chapel, reservoir, fish ladder
- 4.5 (9)·Moderate·15 km·Est. 5–5.5 hrPopular route with fantastic views near Kreuzau, North Rhine-Westphalia. The route starts at the reservoir in Obermaubach and leads along the Buntsandsteinweg to Abenden. After a short ascent, you can enjoy the view of the Obermaubach on the Mausauel. The route continues to the Hindenburgtor and the Christinenley rock formation. Via Nideggen, the route continues along the Effelsfelsen and through the Kühlenbusch to Abenden. From Abenden, you can take the railway back to...
- 4.3 (13)·Moderate·7.9 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrPanoramic circular hiking trail along the red sandstone cliffs near Nideggen, North Rhine-Westphalia. This idyllic and scenic circular hike starts in Nideggen and leads along beautiful forest paths past the mottled sandstone cliffs towards Nideggen Castle. Don't miss the Christinenley viewpoint, which offers spectacular views over the Rur valley. Highlights: - Christinenley viewpoint - Varied landscape impressions - Coloured sandstone cliffs - Local flora and fauna - Refreshment stops
- 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...
- 4.2 (6)·Moderate·13.4 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrScenic excursion in Obermaubach, North Rhine-Westphalia. Marvellous panoramic views and wonderful hiking trails along the "Rurfelsen" with their bizarre formations. Rock climbers can also be observed here. The trail was dedicated to the former chairman of the EV. This hike offers everything a hiker could wish for. Highlights of the route: - Beautiful natural landscapes - Local flora and fauna - Marvellous views
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Riesentor?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Riesentor. On AllTrails.com/en-gb/, you'll find 9 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Riesentor?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Riesentor is Rock Passage Nideggen, which has a 4.7 star rating from 70 reviews. This trail is 10.3 km long with an elevation gain of 405 m.
What is the longest trail near Riesentor?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Riesentor is Buntsandsteinroute. This trail is estimated to be 41.2 km long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Riesentor?
Riesentor: 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 Obermaubach to Abenden with 587 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Riesentor?
The most popular and difficult trail near Riesentor is Through the Rur Valley from Nideggen with a 4.7-star rating from 37 reviews.
