Best lake trails in Gangelt
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Explore the most popular lake trails near Gangelt 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
- 4.4 (66)·Moderate·4.3 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrVaried and promising hiking and running tour near Schinveld, North Rhine-Westphalia. Very nice tour that leads through the varied and adventurous Teverener Heide nature reserve. Highlights of the tour: - Local flora and fauna - Beautiful natural landscapes in the Teverener Heide - Great views of the area
- 4.7 (18)·Easy·2.9 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrThis gentle loop invites hikers to discover the scenic beauty of the Teverener Heide nature reserve near Geilenkirchen. The flat, easy paths lead through an interesting landscape puzzle of open purple heathlands, quiet pine forests, and marshy bogs. Formed historically by regional gravel and clay mining, this protected environment now features peaceful lakes where clear water reflects the tall trees. Walking along these sandy and unpaved tracks reveals a unique ecosystem where rare plants...
- 3.9 (10)·Moderate·4.4 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrPopular loop trail in the Teverner Heide nature reserve, North Rhine-Westphalia. The lake loop trail in the Teverner Heide keeps what it promises: The route leads past more than a dozen lakes and ponds. The Christopherussee, for example, is a popular place for bird watching, while typical moor plants such as cotton grass can be discovered in the "Wiggelewagg" heath moor. The loop trail, which can be walked all year round, has a very special appeal in August when the heath is in full bloom....
- 4.3 (14)·Moderate·4.2 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrOn a hike in the Gangelter Bruch you can experience boundless nature. The once inaccessible large swamp is ideal for hikes and walks. The drained, intensively used and now renatured nature and landscape park Rodenbach / Rodebeek is home to many ecosystem-relevant plants and animals.
- 4.2 (5)·Moderate·5.6 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular loop trail from Gangelt, North Rhine-Westphalia. This loop trail, managed by the Gemeine Onderbanken, begins near the German-Dutch border south of Gangelt. The route, marked with a black 7 on a white background, is officially a Nordic walking tour, but can of course also be enjoyed jogging or hiking. One nature reserve each on the German and Dutch side offer a beautiful backdrop for the route. Highlights of the route: - Gangelt Bruch - Kahnweiher - Rodebach-Gangelt/Mindergangelt...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest lake trail in Gangelt?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest lake trail in Gangelt is Rund um Niederbusch. This trail is estimated to be 7.2 mi long.
Which lake trail has the most elevation gain in Gangelt?
Gangelt: With an ascent of 620 ft, Rund um Niederbusch has the most elevation gain of all of the lake trails in the area. The next highest ascent for lake trails is Nordic Walking 7 Gangelt with 528 ft of elevation gain.
