Best backpacking trails in Düsseldorf

Relaxed stage of the Neanderlandsteig long-distance hiking trail, North Rhine-Westphalia. The 13th stage of the Neanderlandsteig is not only relaxed, but also varied. From Duesseldorf-Garath you hike through idyllic alluvial forest, along the Rhine and past meadow orchards. On the way, it is worth visiting the Buergel house, which has a museum as well as a distillery and was built on the remains of a Roman fort. Highlights of the hike: - Rhine - Monheim am Rhein - orchards - Haus Buergel...

Stage 14 of the Rhine Cycle Route (D-Route 8). The penultimate day's stage of the Rhine Cycle Path starts in Düsseldorf, which with its unique old town is often referred to as the longest bar in the world. From here it first goes through the lively Ruhr area, before the Rhine is crossed behind Duisburg and you suddenly find yourself in another world: the idyll of the Lower Rhine. Through picturesque villages with great views it goes to the day's destination Xanten. Highlights: - Düsseldorf:...