Best trails near Burg Wilhelmstein
3.9(213 reviews)
Burg Wilhelmstein: This area is best seen from the trail. Good news: 14 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. Burg Wilhelmstein: Explore this area from one of 2 easy hiking routes or discover child friendly routes for your next family trip. Burg Wilhelmstein: Looking for a challenge? Choose from 12 more difficult routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Burg Wilhelmstein are perfect for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.1 (45)·Moderate·9 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrVaried hike in Herzogenrath, North Rhine-Westphalia. The starting point is at the car park in Further Straße. With a few extra steps, you can also easily access public transport. Highlights of the tour: - Along the Wurm - Former Furth mine - Duck pond - Wilhelmstein Castle with open-air theatre - Refreshment stops - Weather mushroom - Kohlscheid cemetery
- 4.7 (45)·Moderate·11.1 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrPanoramic hike near Aachen, North Rhine-Westphalia. The tour starts at the car park at Blauer Stein. The route follows forest paths in a northerly direction to the ruins of Wilhelmstein Castle. There is also an open-air theatre there and a restaurant. The route then continues through the southern Wurmtal nature reserve back to the starting point. Highlights of the tour: - To the Blue Stone - Paulinenwäldchen - Wiedbusch - Wilhelmstein Castle - Small pond landscapes - Refreshment stops...
- 4.1 (19)·Easy·2.4 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrPopular circular hiking trail around Wilhelmstein Castle near Würselen, Rhineland-Palatinate This hiking trail leads clockwise around Wilhelmstein Castle and through the neighbouring Wurmtal valley. The trail is an official hiking trail of the tourism organisation of the Aachen city region and therefore guarantees a great hiking experience. The markings show the trail number "A2". Highlights: - Visit to Wilhelmstein Castle - Stop off at the Alte Mühle hotel and restaurant - Beautiful forest...
- 4.2 (38)·Moderate·7.7 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrPicturesque hike through the Wurmtal valley, North Rhine-Westphalia. The Wurmtal valley is something very special: one of the few undeveloped, meandering river sections in Germany flows here. The Wurm is a very structurally rich river, it has bank breaks and longitudinal banks and there are always oxbow lakes bordering it. Surrounding it are floodplains, softwood floodplain forests and hornbeam woodland, which provide a home for stag beetles, European beavers and kingfishers. Great crested...
- 4.3 (19)·Moderate·15 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrThis hike starts in Herzogenrath and explores the southern Wurmtal nature reserve. The path naturally leads along the Wurmtal, a beautiful wooded area with small lakes. On the way there, you pass Wilhelmstein Castle, where the open-air theatre is located. You will also pass Rode Castle on the way back, just as the hike is coming to an end!
- 4.3 (22)·Moderate·12.6 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrPanoramic hike in Würselen, North Rhine-Westphalia. Arrival by bus and parking facilities are available in Teuterhof. The route continues past the Paulinenwäldchen forest along charming forest paths. Idyllic little villages also adorn this loop. Highlights of the tour: - Paulinenwäldchen - Wiedbusch - Kohlscheid cemetery - Wilhelmstein Castle - Fish pond - Kalkhaldenblick & Kalkklippenblick - Refreshments available
- 4.0 (3)·Moderate·12.7 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrHilly forest walk in the Wurmtal valley. This route starts at the car park at Erkensmühle 21, Herzogenrath. There are refreshment stops at the start of the tour, at the lake and at Wilhelmstein Castle. Wilhelmstein Castle is a particularly good place to stop and take a break. The way back leads through the fields and forests of the Broichbach valley. There are plenty of benches and shelters along the way where you can take a break.
- 5.0 (1)·Moderate·6.9 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrThis is segment 5 of the Hertog Limburg Pad, a historical long-distance trail through the former Duchy of Limburg. This hiking trail leads from Alte Mühle through the scenic Worm Valley towards the historic Rolduc Abbey. Along the way, it passes Wilhelmstein Castle and ancient church villages like Afden with rich monastic heritage. Overnight stays are available at Rolduc Abbey or nearby regional campsites. Village centers and the abbey site feature restaurants for provisions. Both endpoints...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Burg Wilhelmstein?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Burg Wilhelmstein. On AllTrails.com/en-gb/, you'll find 12 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Burg Wilhelmstein?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Burg Wilhelmstein is Wurmtal-Route (Herzogenrath), which has a 4.1 star rating from 45 reviews. This trail is 9.0 km long with an elevation gain of 244 m.
What is the longest trail near Burg Wilhelmstein?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Burg Wilhelmstein is Baesweiler- Soers - Wurmtal. This trail is estimated to be 41.8 km long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Burg Wilhelmstein?
Burg Wilhelmstein: With an ascent of 677 m, Baesweiler- Soers - Wurmtal has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Entlang der Wurm von Geilenkirchen nach Aachen with 669 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Burg Wilhelmstein?
The most popular and difficult trail near Burg Wilhelmstein is Baesweiler- Soers - Wurmtal with a 4.5-star rating from 3 reviews.
