Best trails near Modenhübel

This route is stage 4 of the Eifelsteig, a long-distance trail through North Rhine-Westphalia and Rhineland-Palatinate. This specific section starts in Einruhr and ends in Gemünd. The path leads along the steep slopes of the Obersee lake up to the Dreiborn Plateau, passing through the historic Vogelsang IP site and the ghost village of Wollseifen. Hikers enjoy vast panoramic views over the Eifel National Park before descending into the valley town of Gemünd. Overnight stays are available at...

Panoramic, second section of the Wildnistrail long-distance hiking trail near Gemünd in the Eifel, North Rhine-Westphalia. The Wildnistrail ("wilderness trail")is a four-stage hike across the national park from Höfen to Zerkall. This route is the 2nd section between Einruhr and Gemünd. A visit to the Vogelsang Visitor Centre is recommended along the way. There, certified speakers provide information about the military past of the site. From the Eifel View Station Modenhübel, the unrivalled...

Popular circular route in the Eifel National Park, North Rhine-Westphalia As the name suggests, numerous views of the vast Eifel landscape waiting on this hike. The hike starts in beautiful Gemünd, from where the route leads westwards to Modenhübel and then to Vogelsang. From here, the route leads over the Urft river and through the woods to Wolfgarten and back to the starting point. Highlights of the hike: - Lake Urft - Eifel view Kreuzberg - Eifel view Modenhübel - Old fire station tower...

Varied 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...

Beautiful nature hike from Vogelsang to Gemünd in the Eifel National Park. This varied route features both cultivated landscape and renaturalised areas. The wilderness trails lead through these, one of which is also hiked here. From the former NS Ordensburg Vogelsang, the route descends quite steeply into the valley. After crossing the idyllic Morsbach stream, the trail leads into the forest and to fabulous viewpoints. Accessible by bus. There are refreshment stops at the start and finish...

Popular loop in the Eifel National Park, North Rhine-Westphalia A very varied hiking route through the Eifel National Park. Along the popular route, in addition to natural attractions such as the Urftsee and many great views of the national park, there are also historical monuments such as the former NS Ordensburg Vogelsang IP, the abandoned Wolfgarten settlement and much more. There are a few places to stop for refreshments along the way. Highlights of the hike: - idyllic forest paths -...

Varied hike in the Eifel National Park, North Rhine-Westphalia A wonderful multi-day tour that starts in Heimbach. You can easily get here by train. The hike is best mastered in 3 sections: in Einruhr and Gemünd there are numerous accommodation options or you can use the campsites in Seifenauel and Camp Schelde. On the hike through the Eifel landscapes you get to know both the beautiful nature with its lakes, rivers and floodplain forests as well as the historical sights of the...

Historically interesting circular hiking trail in the Eifel Nature Park The inhabitants of Wollseifen had to vacate their village in 1946 because a military training area was built there in the British sector of post-war Germany. This hike leads to the heights of the former training area and to the abandoned village of Wollseifen. You will be rewarded for the slight exertions of the ascents and descents with beautiful views. The hike starts at the sports ground in Vogelsang. In Gemünd, the...

Beautiful section of the "Wald-Wasser-Wildnis-Weg" ("Forest-Water-Wilderness Trail") in the Eifel National Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. This idyllic hike fully lives up to its name! It leads along the Rur river and Urft lake and across the marvellous expanses of the Dreiborn plateau. Great views of the river landscape and the bends of the Urft and Urftsee lake await. The start is at the "Am Rurseezentrum" car park. There are also public bathrooms here. Along the way, but also at the start...

Scenic mountain bike tour in the Eifel National Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. The tour leads through the sometimes steep ups and downs of the magnificent Eifel landscape. Most of the time it goes through the forest. But since it also goes along rivers, the Rursee and Urftsee and Heimbach, it never gets boring on the way. A stop in Heimach is worthwhile to discover the old town and find a café for a break. The starting point can be reached by bus and train. Highlights of the hike: - Urft...