Best backpacking trails in Bad Honnef
3.8(64 reviews)
Explore the most popular backpacking trails near Bad Honnef with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
Top trails
- 4.5 (40)·Hard·11.6 mi·Est. 6–6.5 hrThis route follows stage 3 of the Rheinsteig, which begins in Bad Honnef and ends in Linz am Rhein. The trail leads through the wooded hills of the Siebengebirge, climbing past the Stux viewpoint, the volcanic Leyberg summit, and the Hähnerbachtal waterfall. Hikers pass the Erpeler Ley basalt plateau, which offers views of the Remagen Bridge ruins, before descending past Ockenfels Castle into the historic old town of Linz. Overnight stays are accommodated in local guesthouses and hotels;...
- 3.8 (19)·Moderate·8.5 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrThis route follows stage 1 of the Rheinburgenweg, a long-distance trail starting at the Rolandsbogen ruins in Rolandseck and ending in Remagen. The path climbs from the Rhine plateau through orchards and mixed forests, passing the Berschberg shelter, before descending through the villages of Oberwinter and Bandorf. It winds steeply down to a wildlife park in the Calmuthtal valley, leads past the Waldschlösschen pond, and finishes with views of the Apollinariskirche church. Overnight stays are...
- 4.0 (2)·Hard·20.6 mi·Est. 10–11 hrScenic hike in Schleswig-Holstein. This beautiful hike leads from Bad Honnef am Rhein to Bad Breisig. You follow the course of the Rhine, even if you don't come directly along the bank, you always have beautiful views of the river landscape. Highlights: - Rolandseck Wildlife Park - Bodendorf Castle near the route - Sinzig Castle - Marienfels Castle - Bad Breisig Celtic Fliehburg
- 3.0 (3)·Hard·123.4 mi·Est. 24 hr+The RheinBurgenWeg is a scenic long-distance trail extending roughly 200 km (124.3 miles) along the left bank of the Rhine River, typically completed in 13 daily stages from the Rolandsbogen near Remagen to the Mäuseturm in Bingen. The route traverses the diverse terrain of the Rhenish Massif, shifting between steep vineyard trails, panoramic river heights, and dense forests. Key highlights include the world's largest cold-water geyser in Andernach, the ancient Roman Limes, and over 40...
- Hard·11.3 mi·Est. 5.5–6.5 hrNatural section of the Kölner Weg long-distance hiking trail Over mountains and through valleys, this varied hike offers breathtaking views. The path leads through forests, meadows and fields through varied landscapes. Highlights: Source area -Mucher Wiesental. -Servatius Chapel
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest backpacking trail in Bad Honnef?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest backpacking trail in Bad Honnef is RheinBurgenWeg. This trail is estimated to be 123.4 mi long.
Which backpacking trail has the most elevation gain in Bad Honnef?
Bad Honnef: With an ascent of 24,475 ft, RheinBurgenWeg has the most elevation gain of all of the backpacking trails in the area. The next highest ascent for backpacking trails is On the Rhine from Bad Honnef to Bad Breisig with 3,684 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult backpacking trail in Bad Honnef?
The most popular and difficult backpacking trail in Bad Honnef is Rheinsteig Stage 3: Bad Honnef - Linz with a 4.5-star rating from 40 reviews.