Best long trails in Aachen
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- 4.5 (134)·Moderate·8.9 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrThis route is stage 1 of the Eifelsteig, a premium long-distance trail through the Eifel region. This specific section starts in the historic center of Kornelimünster near Aachen and ends in Roetgen. The path leads from the picturesque Korneliusmarkt past the impressive Itertal Viaduct up onto the first Eifel ridges. A scenic highlight is the Struffelt Heide nature reserve, an idyllic high moor traversed via narrow wooden boardwalks. Hikers also pass the viewing platform at the Dreilägerbach...
- 4.7 (45)·Moderate·6.9 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPromising hike near Aachen, North Rhine-Westphalia. The starting point of the tour is at the parking lot at the Blue Stone. Follow forest paths in a northerly direction to the Wilhelmstein Castle ruins. There is also an open-air stage and a restaurant. It then continues through the southern Wurmtal nature reserve back to the starting point. Highlights of the tour: - To the Blue Stone - Pauline Grove - Wiebusch - Wilhelmstein Castle - Small pond landscapes - Refreshments available
- 4.5 (36)·Moderate·6.4 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrDiverse nature excursion in Aachen. You start at the parking lot at the Waldschenke on Lütticher Straße, but you can also start the hike at any other point. The route leads along old road connections, borders and medieval freight traffic, through forests and over meadows. The Aachener Landgraben used to be the outer border of the Aachen Empire, its course along the Belgian border can still be seen today. You should plan 2 to 3 hours for the tour.
- 4.4 (33)·Moderate·7.6 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrIdyllic and varied loop near Aachen, North Rhine-Westphalia. This idyllic loop starts at the Diepenbenden dam and leads through a hilly landscape on beautiful forest paths via the Grindelweg toward the Wolfsschlucht. This route can be walked all year round and is beautiful in all seasons. At the starting and ending point, the "Haus am See" invites you to have a cold beer or a bite to eat (note the opening times). Highlights: - Aachen Forest - Sources of the worm - Dam Diepenbenden - Old...
- 4.5 (25)·Moderate·7.2 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrExciting and promising mountain bike and hiking tour near Aachen, North Rhine-Westphalia. The tour leads straight into the beautiful, exciting Aachen Forest, where there are some ups and downs to climb. Highlights of the tour: - Beautiful views of the area - Local flora and fauna - Pretty natural landscapes
- 4.5 (17)·Hard·8.7 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrDiverse hiking tour in Aachen, North Rhine-Westphalia. The Aachen Preuswald district does not have the best reputation, but this route presents the area from a completely different perspective. On beautiful forest paths, it goes over heights with beautiful views. Highlights of the route: - Beautiful natural landscapes - Local flora and fauna - Great views of the area
- 4.5 (8)·Hard·11.9 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrThis route starts in the town of Schmithof. She explores the forest area in the south, which includes the Raerenerwald and the Münsterwald, all of which belong to the North Eifel Nature Park. The path also leads to the outskirts of Roetgen and Rott, but not to the center of the city. Streams flow through the forest, making for a beautiful backdrop.
- 3.5 (12)·Moderate·9.3 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrThis route begins at Aachen Central Station and heads to the hills and forests south of the city. The mountains mentioned in the name of the hike are the Elleterberg and the Königsberg. However, the peaks are not that high. On the way back you pass the Kupferbach dam, a small lake. Then it goes back to the center of Aachen.
- 4.3 (11)·Moderate·6.1 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrNice hike in Horbach, North Rhine-Westphalia. Field hike around the village of Horbach near Aachen. The start is the parking lot at the cemetery. Refreshments are available in the center of Horbach. Highlights of the tour: - Idyllic natural landscapes - Nice prospects - Interesting local flora and fauna
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- Burg Orsbach
- Schneeberg
- Wurm
- Natur- und Sportfreunde e.V. Aachen
- Blick auf 2 Länder
- Das Bodenfenster
- Tatarenkopf
- Aachen Cathedral
- Garten Münsterplatz
- Lousberg-Terrasse
- Stauanlage Diepenbenden
- KuKuK e.V. - Kunst und Kultur im Köpfchen (ehemaliges deutsches Zollhaus)
- Grashaus
- Salvatorberg
- Preusberg
- Großer Monarch
- Nikolausquelle
- Rosenquelle
- Marienquelle
- Kaiserquelle