Best trails near Zwei Brüder
4.5(396 reviews)
Zwei Brüder: This area is best seen from the trail. Good news: 17 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. Zwei Brüder: Explore this area from one of 2 easy hiking routes or discover child friendly routes for your next family trip. Zwei Brüder: Looking for a challenge? Choose from 15 more difficult routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Zwei Brüder 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.
- 4.5 (36)·Moderate·4.7 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrPopular and varied circular hike near Nideggen, North Rhine-Westphalia. This popular circular hike starts at Nideggen Castle and leads along the red sandstone cliffs and over numerous viewpoints, where you should definitely stop to enjoy the panoramic views of the Rur Valley. At the end of the tour, you can stop off at Nideggen Castle's restaurant or beer garden. Highlights: - Marvellous views of the Rur valley - Christinenley viewpoint - Hitzley viewpoint - Effelsley viewpoint -...
- 4.6 (54)·Hard·16.6 km·Est. 5–5.5 hrPanoramic and varied circular route near Nideggen, North Rhine-Westphalia. This beautiful route has a lot to offer and leads on sometimes quite steep paths and paths. The reward for the effort, however, are exceptional farsightedness. The route begins at the "Am Zülpicher Tor" car park and leads past the Nideggen spa gardens and Nideggen Castle up to the Sürches Mossel. A visit to the castle can be scheduled at the beginning or end of the tour. Another highlight awaits after the descent...
- 4.3 (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...
- 4.5 (24)·Moderate·10.3 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular Eifel circular route near Nideggen, North Rhine-Westphalia. This scenic circular trail starts at the Rurtal railway in Abenden and leads steeply up to Brück and Nideggen Castle. Through beautiful forests, past imposing red sandstone cliffs, you return to the starting point. The route can be shortened by taking the Rurtalbahn Brück-Abenden railway. Highlights of the tour: - Coloured sandstone cliffs - Marvellous views - Niedeggen Castle
- 4.9 (7)·Easy·1 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrHistorical adventure trail in the Rureifel, North Rhine-Westphalia This short and beautiful hike is particularly suitable for little fairytale lovers and surprises with a well-preserved castle ruin on a red sandstone rock visible from afar. If you make it to the top of the castle tower, you can enjoy a fantastic view over large areas of the Rur. With a little imagination, you can discover forest spirits, legends and knights along the way. You can stop for a bite to eat in the castle...
- 4.4 (14)·Moderate·3.5 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrFamily-friendly circular hike in North Rhine-Westphalia. The short circular hike begins at the parking lot near the Zülpicher Tor and leads into the spa park and then through the forest to the banks of the Rur. A short detour leads past the St. Johannes Baptist Church and finally to Nideggen Castle, which is the city's landmark. Festivals are held here every summer. The castle museum is always worth a visit and you can stop off in the castle restaurant. Highlights: - Nideggen Castle with...
- 4.3 (12)·Easy·3.2 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrFamily-friendly and interesting nature excursion in Nideggen, North Rhine-Westphalia. This wonderful hike takes you along the yellow route of the Nideggen Landscape Discovery Trail through the Eifel National Park. Starting close to the Rur, you will learn about the kingfisher carousel and natural river terraces. You will come across quartz, slate and coloured sandstone - which can be found in particular in the historical buildings, discover animal tracks and solve a forest mystery. There is...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Zwei Brüder?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Zwei Brüder. On AllTrails.com/en-gb/, you'll find 15 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Zwei Brüder?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Zwei Brüder 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 Zwei Brüder?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Zwei Brüder is Buntsandsteinroute. This trail is estimated to be 41.2 km long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Zwei Brüder?
Zwei Brüder: 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-Tour (Kirchentouren im Nationalpark Eifel) with 800 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Zwei Brüder?
The most popular and difficult trail near Zwei Brüder is Nideggen, Zerkall, and Obermaubach with a 4.6-star rating from 54 reviews.
