Best trails near Orkelsfels
4.6(244 reviews)
Orkelsfels: This area is best seen from the trail. Good news: 5 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. Orkelsfels: Looking for a challenge? Choose from 5 more difficult routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Orkelsfels are perfect for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts.
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- 4.7 (153)·Moderate·8.7 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrPromising premium hiking trail in the Saar-Hunsrück Nature Park, Saarland. A very varied round with great views of the Saar loop and some interesting rock formations. You should bring some fitness and sure-footedness with you, as some paths are narrow. Highlights of the hike: - Views of the large Saar loop near Mettlach - Natural paths - Oracle Rock - Little Cloef - Felstone - Nature reserve Steinbachtal wstl. Saar loop ---- Accessible by bus and train
- 4.7 (47)·Moderate·8 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrPanoramic circular route near Mettlach, Saarland. The Cloef is one of the most famous viewpoints in the Saarland. The viewing platform, located very close to the Saarschleife treetop walk, has a fantastic view of the Saarschleife near the Mettlach district of Orscholz. Other incredible viewpoints on this route include the Orkelsfels and the Teufelsstein. From the car park at Steinach, the route follows the Steinbach stream and leads mostly through beautiful forest. There are refreshment...
- 4.4 (32)·Moderate·4 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrVaried circular hiking trail in the Saar-Hunsrück Nature Park, Saarland. The certified premium walking trail leads past impressive rock formations and through rustling forests. The name "Weitblick" (vision) says it all: it offers unrivalled views of the Saarschleife and the eastern Saarland heights. Highlights of the hike: - Orkel rock - Steinbachspitze - Cloef - Great views of the Saar Loop - Rock formations worth seeing - idyllic forests - Saarschleife treetop walk (optional)
- 4.4 (11)·Hard·18.2 km·Est. 5–5.5 hrThis route follows stage 2 of the certified "Saar-Hunsrück-Steig" premium trail, connecting Hellendorf with Mettlach on a scenically breathtaking section. The hike leads through a diverse mix of dense forests and open fields toward Orscholz, situated high above the world-famous Saar Loop (Saarschleife). Along the way, the trail enchants with pure nature, featuring the protected, wildly romantic Steinbach Valley, an idyllic waterfall, and the striking Orkelsfels natural monument. A true...
- Moderate·57.8 km·Est. 16.5–18 hrThe Welles ferry runs daily from April to October from 10.00 am to 5.50 pm. Monday is a day off. If Monday is a public holiday, the day of rest shifts to Tuesday. Between November and March, the ferry service is limited to weekends. The ferry is closed from December to February.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike near Orkelsfels?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Orkelsfels is Cloef Trail, which has a 4.7 star rating from 153 reviews. This trail is 8.7 km long with an elevation gain of 296 m.
What is the longest trail near Orkelsfels?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Orkelsfels is Tagstrecke 2019 Grenzgänger. This trail is estimated to be 57.8 km long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Orkelsfels?
Orkelsfels: With an ascent of 1,693 m, Tagstrecke 2019 Grenzgänger has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Saar-Hunsrück-Steig Stage 2: Hellendorf - Mettlach with 379 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Orkelsfels?
The most popular and difficult trail near Orkelsfels is Saar-Hunsrück-Steig Stage 2: Hellendorf - Mettlach with a 4.4-star rating from 11 reviews.
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- Aussichtsturm
- Saarschleife / Cloef
- Burg Montclair
- Langweiher
- Schleuse Mettlach
- Kleine Cloef
- Straußengehege der Familie Büchel
- Teufelsstein
- Felsenklippe
- Orkelsfels
- Eisenkopf
- Aussicht auf Burg Montclair
- Pascalsruhe
- Saarschleife
- Schwefel Flechten Felsen
- Teufelsschornstein
- Ehemaliges Kapuzinerkloster
- Hassarenberg
- Herrgottstein
- Rehchens Kopf