Best trails near Schellenberg

This route follows the 17th stage of the Moselsteig and connects Ediger-Eller with the picturesque village of Beilstein along a stretch that is fascinating in terms of both history and scenery. The challenging hike takes you right through steep, cultivated vineyards and past traditional wayside shrines. An absolute cultural highlight near the route are the Roman tombs in Nehren, which house the best-preserved ancient vault paintings north of the Alps. After a nature-filled stretch through the...

This impressive and scenic hike leads through the steep vineyard slopes and dense forests of the Moselle Valley. The trail connects the picturesque village of Briedern with the historic ruins of Metternich Castle overlooking Beilstein. The route follows a diverse mixture of narrow vineyard paths, natural forest trails, and some steep ascents that repeatedly offer spectacular views of the Moselle loops. A central highlight is the "Briederner Schweiz," a rugged forest section characterized by...

Interesting nature excursion in Rhineland-Palatinate. We head to Briedern Switzerland on the beautiful Moselle. Start at the Moselle country inn. We walk along the green banks and then head westwards just before the motorhome parking area, where we come across some vineyards and a guest house. The start of the circular route is still very leisurely. The route continues via Schellenberg and Waldeslust to the Moselle village of Beilstein. Here, after a steep climb, the famous Metternich castle...