Best trails in Gemünd
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Looking for the best hiking trails in Gemünd? Whether you're getting ready to hike, bike, trail run, or explore other outdoor activities, AllTrails has 14 scenic trails in the Gemünd area. Enjoy hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you.
Explore one of 2 easy hiking trails in Gemünd or discover kid-friendly routes for your next family trip. Check out some trails with historic sights or adventure through the nature areas surrounding Gemünd that are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts at any skill level.
Top trails
- 4.3 (27)·Hard·14.3 mi·Est. 6.5–7 hrIdyllic section of the Wilderness Trail in the Eifel Along the route, nature is deliberately left to its own devices, so that the wilderness is slowly but surely returning. The third part of the popular hiking trail leads through the Kermeter ridge, which is considered the heart of the national park. Here you can enjoy extensive beech and oak forests and discover a lot along the way. The route begins at the national park gate in Gemünd and leads through impressive beech forests, past the...
- 4.5 (29)·Hard·10.6 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hrPopular loop in the Eifel National Park, North Rhine-Westphalia As the name suggests, numerous views of the vast Eifel landscape waiting on this hike. The hike starts in beautiful Gemünd, from where the route leads west to Modenhübel and then to Vogelsang. From here, the route leads over the Urft and through the forests to Wolfgarten and back to the starting point. Highlights of the hike: - Lake Urft - Eifel view Kreuzberg - Eifel view Modenhübel - Old fire station tower in Wolfgarten
- 3.9 (18)·Moderate·4.7 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrVaried Eifel loop near Schleiden in North Rhine-Westphalia. This idyllic loop starts at the car park in Dürener Straße. It leads steadily uphill into the forest on beautiful forest paths and returns to the starting point of the tour via Wolfgarten. Sturdy footwear is essential due to the sometimes very steep ascents and descents. There is a restaurant near the starting point to stop for refreshments. Highlights: - Wonderful views - Gemünd rose baths - Varied natural landscapes
- 4.3 (22)·Moderate·7.5 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrIdyllic loop in the Eifel National Park near Schleiden, North Rhine-Westphalia Signposting: T7 The circular route "Auf verschlungenen Pfaden" ("On winding paths") lives up to its name, as it leads along winding, steeply ascending paths through moss-covered forests full of spruce and oak trees. Near Wolfgarten is the place where the old fire watch tower stood until the fire in 2017 - one of several towers that used to be used to monitor the area in the event of a forest fire. Information...
- 4.2 (7)·Hard·20.8 mi·Est. 8.5–9.5 hrChallenging and beautiful loop in the Eifel National Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. This beautiful route leads from Gemünd in a large loop to Einruhr and back. On the first part you hike across wide meadows and idyllic streams in the middle of the forest. In Einruhr you reach the Obersee and hike on the other side to the Paulushofdamm near Rurberg. From there it always goes along the green banks of the Urft and the Urftsee. Accessible by bus and train. In the vicinity of the route you will...
- 4.1 (12)·Moderate·5.5 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrIdyllic loop through the Eifel National Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. This idyllic loop starts in Gemünd and leads along the winding Eulenweg up to the Maisberg. Passing the Kohlweghütte it goes to the Mauelter Berg. The narrow Kutschweg takes you back down to the valley. The hike is well signposted with the number 11. On the way you will occasionally come across evidence of the iron industry - a separate route is dedicated to this with the iron hiking trail. Shortly before the end of the...
- 4.6 (7)·Moderate·23.6 mi·Est. 10–10.5 hrScenic bike tour in Gemünd, North Rhine-Westphalia. From the National Park Gate in Gemünd, the route climbs for a longer time to Herhahn and the heights of Wollseifen. The route runs for the most part on paved cycle paths of the NRW cycling network and partly leads over gravelled forest paths. Caution: The path from Wolllseifen to the Urftseemauer goes very steeply downhill in two places. It might be necessary to get off the bike here. This section of the trail and also the longer ascent...
- 4.1 (7)·Easy·3 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrIdyllic and varied loop in North Rhine-Westphalia. This relaxing route starts at Marienplatz in Gemünd and leads over the wilderness path to Malsbende and over the Eifelsteig to the national park gate. Various information boards provide information about the history of the region and the town along the entire route. In Gemünd you will find delicious places to stop. Accessible by train with the Oleftalbahn. Highlights: - National Park Gate - Idyllic city forest
- 4.0 (3)·Hard·25.8 mi·Est. 12–13 hrScenic mountain bike tour in the Eifel National Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. The tour leads through the sometimes steep ups and downs of the magnificent Eifel landscape. Most of the time it goes through the forest. But since it also goes along rivers, the Rursee and Urftsee and Heimbach, it never gets boring on the way. A stop in Heimach is worthwhile to discover the old town and find a café for a break. The starting point can be reached by bus and train. Highlights of the hike: - Urft...
- 4.6 (3)·Easy·2.8 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrInteresting hiking excursion in Gemünd. The iron hiking trail takes you into the world of mining in the Urft Valley. You follow trail marker 19. Centuries ago, ore was mined, melted and forged in Gemünd. Station 1 is located directly at the national park gate, where you can get useful information. Always along the Urft, you will find a total of eight interesting stations. With a variant between the "Dürener Berg" and "Maueler Path" locations, the path to Station 7 is also barrier-free....
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Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails in Gemünd?
There are plenty of things to do on Gemünd's hiking trails. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 9 hiking trails, and more.
What is the longest trail in Gemünd?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Gemünd is Radtour im Eifel Nationalpark über Gemünd [CLOSED]. This trail is estimated to be 68.2 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain in Gemünd?
Gemünd: With an ascent of 6,774 ft, Radtour im Eifel Nationalpark über Gemünd [CLOSED] has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is MTB Tour: Gemünd - Rursee - Urftsee - Vogelsang with 3,969 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail in Gemünd?
The most popular and difficult trail in Gemünd is Wilderness Trail Stage 3: Gemünd - Heimbach with a 4.4-star rating from 28 reviews.
Are there camping trails available in Gemünd?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 2 camping trails in Gemünd and the most popular is Wilderness Trail Stage 3: Gemünd - Heimbach with an average 4.3 star rating from 27 community reviews.
Are there biking trails available in Gemünd?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 3 biking trails in Gemünd and the most popular is Gemünd - Wollseifen - Urfttalsperre with an average 4.6 star rating from 7 community reviews.
