Best river trails in Blankenheim
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Explore the most popular river trails near Blankenheim with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
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- 4.8 (52)·Moderate·9.7 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrCertified quality hiking trail with great views near Blankenheim, North Rhine-Westphalia. This versatile and well-visited route brings a touch of Tuscany to the Eifel. In the middle of the "cypresses of the north," it is easy to forget that the trail is in the German low mountain ranges. The many juniper heaths and the dry slopes are also reminiscent of more southern European areas. In some places, in secluded spots, several old crosses and crucifixes exist. From the starting point, the...
- 4.3 (25)·Moderate·6.2 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrScenic hiking route in Blankenheim, North Rhine-Westphalia. The village of Reetz lies in a flat, wooded valley basin and offers far-reaching views. The Eifel loop around the Freilinger See lake is a relaxed hike across meadows and fields, where these wonderful views of the landscape can be enjoyed. In summer, the Freilinger See - a reservoir with very good water quality - offers bathing fun. Windsurfing is also possible there. There is also a dog beach. Highlights of the route: - Beautiful...
- 4.6 (15)·Moderate·6.5 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrBeautiful hiking trail from Ripsdorf through the Lampertstal in North Rhine-Westphalia From the village of Ripsdorf, this hiking trail runs in a southerly direction to and through the Lampertstal, an absolute jewel of the Eifel. In the northern Wierstal there is also an excellent view from the Eifelblick to the Hohe Acht.
- 4.2 (8)·Hard·10.2 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrCertified, exciting quality hiking trail near Blankenheim, North Rhine-Westphalia. Follow the tracks of the Ahr for 16 kilometers. "Fun Fact": The source of the Ahr lies in the basement of a half-timbered house, built in 1726. The route leads through Blankenheim, along a canal under Blankenheim Castle and through the romantic Ahr Valley. Highlights of the hike: - Ahr origin - Upper Ahr nature reserve - Castle Blankenheim --------------------------------------------------...
- 3.9 (3)·Moderate·7.1 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrThis route is stage 1 of the AhrSteig, a long-distance trail in Germany, running from Blankenheim to Freilinger See. Starting at the Ahr spring in historic Blankenheim, the path passes the Eifel Museum, ascends through beech forests to the Birker Berg plateau, and continues past Bohrsberg to Freilinger See. Overnight stays are available in local guest houses and accommodations near Blankenheim and Freilingen. Water should be packed for the day and refilled at starting or ending points. Both...
- 4.7 (7)·Moderate·7.8 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrThis official hiking trail from Nordeifel Tourismus GmbH leads from Ahrdorf over atmospheric dirt roads back to Ahrdorf. The hike is named after a Kölschrock album by BAP that was released in 1982. The start of the hike is the village of Ahrdorf. The hiking trail, which is very well signposted, leads on most parts along agricultural pastures and meadows, with two short forest sections and offers great views of the Ahrberg, the Hohe Acht and Nürburg. You also hike through the idyllic village...
- 4.0 (3)·Moderate·8.5 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrTour 25 from the hiking guide "Dumont Eifel-Nord". Right at the beginning of the hike is the most strenuous part of the route, the ascent to Calvary. You can also skip this part if you want. Highlights of the hike: - Chapel of St. Agatha - Station of the Cross - Calvary - Lampertstal - Lampertsbach - Chapel of the Redeemer Mirbach - Eusberg - Reinersberg - Dry Mountain
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest river trail in Blankenheim?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest river trail in Blankenheim is Eifel-Höhen-Route (Radfernweg). This trail is estimated to be 126.6 mi long.
Which river trail has the most elevation gain in Blankenheim?
Blankenheim: With an ascent of 13,369 ft, Eifel-Höhen-Route (Radfernweg) has the most elevation gain of all of the river trails in the area. The next highest ascent for river trails is Ahrsteig with 13,080 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult river trail in Blankenheim?
The most popular and difficult river trail in Blankenheim is EifelSpur: where the Ahr rises with a 4.2-star rating from 8 reviews.
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- Urft
- Gewässersystem der Oberen Ahr (Eierberg)
- Eifelblick Kalvarienberg
- Burg Blankenheim
- Hütte-am Brotpfad
- Ahr
- Oberes Ahrtal
- Ahrquelle
- Kalvarienberg
- Wohnmobilstellplatz an der Weiherhalle
- Panoramablick Dollendorf
- Freilinger See
- Stauanlage Weilerbach
- Höhneberg
- Eifelblick zur Hohen Acht
- Burg Neuweiler
- Eifel-Camp
- Bergfried ehem.
- Burgruine Schloßthal
- Schillertsberg