Best lake trails in Engelskirchen
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Explore the most popular lake trails near Engelskirchen 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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- 4.3 (18)·Moderate·6.3 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrVaried hike in the Bergisches Land Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. The Ründeroth-Oesinghausen hiking route leads through an extremely varied landscape, which is also known as the "Pearl of the Aggertal". The paths are well developed and do not require any special hiking experience or exceptional equipment. Along the route, you will repeatedly come across the Agger with barrages, which are primarily used to produce electricity, but now also provide a habitat for a variety of water birds...
- 4.4 (11)·Moderate·7.5 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrFantastic circular hike in Engelskirchen, North Rhine-Westphalia. Beautiful route with a long climb, located in the Bergisches Land nature park. Right at the beginning of the tour, you can explore the impressive Castle of Ehreshoven. Then it goes in the direction of wood through the beautiful forest. Highlights of the round: -Ehrehoven Castle - St. Laurentius in Hohkeppel
- 4.5 (7)·Hard·9.7 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrThis route follows stage 1 of the Bergischer Panoramasteig and connects Engelskirchen with Lindlar. From the Agger bridge in Engelskirchen, the trail climbs through forests toward Feckelsberg before descending into the Leppe Valley at Blumenau. Hikers ascend steep meadow paths to Rommersberg and pass the :metabolon innovation site. The trail continues through woodlands, meadows, and agricultural tracks via Eichholz and Voßbruch, finishing near the LVR Open-Air Museum in Lindlar. Overnight...
- 3.7 (4)·Hard·11.6 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hrPicturesque, idyllic circular hike near Engelskirchen, North Rhine-Westphalia. This idyllic circular hike starts in Engelskirchen an der Agger and initially leads comfortably along the river and reservoir. Then it goes steeply uphill on beautiful forest paths. For these efforts you will be rewarded with a magnificent view of the region. This route can be walked all year round and also invites you to take a nice winter walk. Sturdy shoes are highly recommended for some passages in wet...
- 5.0 (1)·Hard·151.3 mi·Est. 24 hr+The Bergischer Panoramasteig is a 244 km (151.6 miles) circular long-distance trail through the Bergisches Land Nature Park in Germany, typically tackled over 12 stages starting and ending in Engelskirchen-Ründeroth. Crossing rolling hills, forested ridges, and vibrant river valleys along the Agger and Wupper, the path is renowned for its sweeping panoramic vistas and scenic reservoirs. Highlighted stops along the route include historic half-timbered villages, the Bergisches Open-Air Museum,...
- 3.0 (1)·Hard·11.2 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hrThis circular hike begins at the Engel Museum, which is not far from Engelskirchen train station. First the route leads along the Leppe to the Oelchenshammer. Then it goes on through Feckelberg and past the Mühlenberg. Particularly beautiful views can be enjoyed from the Schönes Ründeroth vantage point before the path along the Agger leads back to the vantage point. There are always small climbs on this circular hiking trail, so that a basic level of fitness is helpful to master the route...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest lake trail in Engelskirchen?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest lake trail in Engelskirchen is Bergischer Panoramasteig. This trail is estimated to be 151.3 mi long.
Which lake trail has the most elevation gain in Engelskirchen?
Engelskirchen: With an ascent of 27,460 ft, Bergischer Panoramasteig has the most elevation gain of all of the lake trails in the area. The next highest ascent for lake trails is Bergischer Panoramasteig Stage 1: Ründeroth – Lindlar with 1,945 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult lake trail in Engelskirchen?
The most popular and difficult lake trail in Engelskirchen is Bergischer Panoramasteig Stage 1: Ründeroth – Lindlar with a 4.5-star rating from 7 reviews.
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Points of interest
- Schönes Ründeroth
- Windloch
- Aggertalhöhle
- Wohnmobilstellplatz Am Alten Freibad Engelskirchen
- Schutzhütte "Aggerblick"
- Schloß Ehreshoven
- Zwergendorf
- Der Strenger Hammer
- Ehreshovener Stausee
- Hängebrücke in Kastor
- Hohe Warte
- Mühlenberghöhle
- Stausee Ohl-Grünscheid
- Mühlenberg
- Aggertallehöhle Ründeroth
- Hundskopf
- Hüttenberg
- Brandskopf
- Steimelsberg
- Großer Borrberg