Best trails near Essersee
4.2(14 reviews)
Essersee: This area is best seen from the trail. Good news: 2 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. Essersee: Looking for a challenge? Choose from 2 more difficult routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Essersee are perfect for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.2 (14)·Hard·56.6 km·Est. 16.5–18 hrVaried circular route in the Eifel near Schleiden in North Rhine-Westphalia. The Rur-Olef-Route leads through natural deciduous forests alternating with meadows and fields, over odd paths, through exciting rocky passages, past romantic torrents and grandiose, wide landscapes on the ridges of the Eifel National Park. Special highlights are the former NS Ordensburg Vogelsang with the Eifel National Park Center, as well as the picturesque town of Gemünd, the castle and castle church in...
- Moderate·30.9 km·Est. 7.5–8 hrA varied and idyllic circular trail in the Eifel National Park. The "Olef Tour" is a cycle tour organised by the Church Economic Network in the Eifel National Park. This varied route starts at the national park gate in Gemünd (bikes can also be hired here) and leads through deciduous forests, across meadows and fields, along cosy paths, past exciting rocky passages and romantic torrents and of course: numerous churches. Highlights: - Church in Gemünd - Church in Olef - Castle church in...
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike near Essersee?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Essersee is Rur-Olef-Route, which has a 4.2 star rating from 14 reviews. This trail is 56.6 km long with an elevation gain of 1,781 m.
What is the longest trail near Essersee?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Essersee is Rur-Olef-Route. This trail is estimated to be 56.6 km long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Essersee?
Essersee: With an ascent of 1,781 m, Rur-Olef-Route has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Olef-Tour (Kirchentouren im Nationalpark Eifel) with 477 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Essersee?
The most popular and difficult trail near Essersee is Rur-Olef-Route with a 4.2-star rating from 14 reviews.
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