Best trails near Rosenau
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Rosenau: This area is best seen from the trail. Good news: 18 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. Rosenau: Looking for a challenge? Choose from 18 more difficult routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Rosenau are perfect for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.5 (155)·Moderate·9.3 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular, multifaceted hiking trail in the Bergisches Land, North Rhine-Westphalia. Away from the classic paths, the route leads comfortably through the Siebengebirge. A monastery, a castle, beautiful mountain peaks, and some rest stops are passed. Starting at Heisterbach Abbey, the route goes counter-clockwise toward Petersberg, with the magnificent Petersberg Palace, and then to the Nonnenstromberg. Finally, the trail leads past the Stenzelberg laterite quarry with its small gorges and rock...
- 4.6 (58)·Hard·15.8 km·Est. 5.5–6 hrVaried and panoramic hike in the Siebengebirge Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. The beautiful loop leads through the Siebengebirge. It can also be reached by bus and train. There are also refreshment stops along the way. It partly follows the Rheinsteig route and well-known long-distance hiking trails. Visitors interested in culture and nature are given an insight into Beethoven's landscape around 1780 with the help of a landscape mediation system. There was no Schloss Drachenburg,...
- 4.5 (69)·Hard·12.7 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrThe varied circuit in the Siebengebirge, North Rhine-Westphalia. This route leads through the beautiful and varied Siebengebirge. Particular highlights are the Königswinter, the Petersberg, the Ölberg, and the Nachtigallental. The hike can be started with a ferry crossing over the Rhine or directly on the home side at the ferry port, where there are also parking spaces. It also goes to the legendary Drachenfels, the most famous mountain in the Siebengebirge. The varied volcanic landscape is...
- 4.3 (45)·Moderate·8.5 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular circular route in the Siebengebirge nature park, North Rhine-Westphalia. Breathtaking views and idyllic forest trails await hikers on this great route a few kilometers east of Königswinter. The route leads through beautiful mixed forest and past a waterfall. To do this, several mountain peaks are scaled at the same time. You should bring some time with you to be able to really relax and enjoy the panoramic views over the Siebengebirge. The route begins at the Margarethenhöhe car...
- 4.5 (24)·Hard·25.7 km·Est. 9–10 hrPanoramic circular route in the Siebengebirge A demanding and long tour that leads to one of the oldest nature reserves in Germany and requires a good level of fitness. As the name suggests, 10 magnificent mountain views are discovered along the way. It also goes to historical sights such as the Drachenfels and the Löwenburg ruins. The start is at the Margarethenhöhe car park (parking for a fee). Both at the starting point and on the way there are opportunities to stop. The route is not...
- 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
- 4.9 (24)·Hard·14.6 km·Est. 5.5–6 hrBeautiful hiking trail in the Siebengebirge Nature Park near Königswinter in North Rhine-Westphalia This hiking trail runs along shady forest paths up and down the numerous mountains of the Siebengebirge. There are wonderful views of the Rhine Valley, old quarries and the ruins of historic castles to discover. There are refreshment stops along the way, including the mountain inn on the Großer Ölberg. The trail starts at the Margarethenhöhe car park, which is subject to a...
- 4.5 (16)·Hard·15.1 km·Est. 5.5–6 hrCharming hiking tour with great views in the Siebengebirge nature park, North Rhine-Westphalia. This is an excellent trail with lots of shade and beautiful views of the Rhine and the surrounding area. From the hiking car park "Dicker Stein," it goes through the hilly landscape of the Siebengebirge. In addition to beautiful nature, there are some historical highlights along the way, such as Drachenfels Castle, Drachenburg Castle, Hirschburg Castle, and the Rosenau Castle ruins. An excellent...
- 4.6 (16)·Hard·19.6 km·Est. 6.5–7.5 hrHistorical and varied hiking tour in Königswinter, North Rhine-Westphalia. The tour starts and ends at the Margarethenhöhe car park and first leads along the Drachenfelsstrasse via the Wolkenburg to the magnificent Drachenfels plateau. If you take a short diversions, you can also visit Drachenburg Castle. The route returns to the starting point via Petersberg and Nonnenstromberg. Highlights: - Margarethenhöhe with Margarethen cross - View from the Geisberg - Wolkenburg castle - Walk through...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Rosenau?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Rosenau. On AllTrails.com/en-gb/, you'll find 16 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Rosenau?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Rosenau is Nonnenstromberg from Heisterbach Monastery, which has a 4.5 star rating from 155 reviews. This trail is 9.3 km long with an elevation gain of 405 m.
What is the longest trail near Rosenau?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Rosenau is Zur Löwenburg und dem Drachenfels. This trail is estimated to be 56.3 km long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Rosenau?
Rosenau: With an ascent of 2,141 m, Siebengebirgstrail has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Die 13 Höchsten des Siebengebirges with 1,653 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Rosenau?
The most popular and difficult trail near Rosenau is Beethoven Hiking Trail with a 4.6-star rating from 58 reviews.
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- Drachenfels
- Petersberg
- Rosenau
- Stenzelberg
- Schloß Drachenburg
- Burgruine Drachenfels
- Drachenmarionette (Münzgerät)
- Drachenburgblick
- Großer Ölberg
- Heisterbach Abbey
- Dr.-Horster-Hütte
- Hütte Rheinblick
- Nonnenstromberg
- ehem. Basaltsteinbruch Weilberg
- Hirschberghütte
- Kleiner Ölberg
- Wolkenburg
- Liebesbrünnchen
- Der Minuten Esel
- Hirschberg