Best lake trails in Hellenthal
3.9(85 reviews)
Explore the most popular lake trails near Hellenthal 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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- 4.4 (39)·Moderate·8.8 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrPromising hiking excursion in the North Eifel Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. The short hike of 13.5 kilometers leads around the Oleftalsperre—an unexcited tour in wonderful silence with lovely views of the calm lake. Almost the entire route is along a paved path. Highlights of the tour: - Idyllic natural landscapes - Local flora and fauna - Magnificent views of and around the Oleftalsperre
- 4.1 (13)·Moderate·8.7 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrA nice tour around the dam near Hellenthal. Right at the beginning there is a really big climb. The forest chapel was built in 1898 on behalf of Count Engelberg-Marie von Arenberg. Since there is no place to stop off in the village of Hellenthal, you should take some provisions with you. There are benches and shelters along the way.
- 4.7 (6)·Moderate·6.6 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrHistorical circular hike in the North Eifel, North Rhine-Westphalia. The North Eifel is known for its legendary hiking trails and climbs. The Eifel loop "Sonnenglück" is one of 95 hiking loops and offers pure relaxation. Wide meadows, fields, the Brenshöhe with great views characterize the landscape. Not to be forgotten is the historical highlight of the tour - the medieval castle Reifferscheid with a café with medieval charm. In addition, the small chapels along the way make the tour...
- 3.0 (1)·Moderate·26.5 mi·Est. 10.5–11.5 hrStage 1 of the Kylltal cycle path: "Volcanoes, iron and adventure trails". This stage goes from Losheimergraben to the mineral water town of Gerolstein. After a few kilometers, you can visit the iron museum in Jünkerath, which illustrates the eventful history of the Eifel iron industry. Shortly afterwards you have the opportunity in Birgel to marvel at the old mill technology in the historic watermill. In Hillesheim, a longer stopover is then worthwhile, because the town center has been...
- Moderate·32.3 mi·Est. 13–14.5 hrSection of the Eifel-Höhe-Route in the Eifel National Park, North Rhine-Westphalia The second day's stage of the Eifel-Höhen-Route starts in Hellenthal and first follows the northern bank of the idyllic Oleftalsperre. We continue via Kalterherberg and to picturesque Monschau with its old town adorned with half-timbered facades. The path finally leads along the Rur to the stage destination Einruhr with overnight accommodation and refreshment stops. Highlights: - Clothier town of Monschau -...
- Hard·55 mi·Est. 24 hr+Demanding bike tour in the Eifel National Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. This sporty bike tour expands the second stage of the popular long-distance Eifel-Höhen-Route cycle path into a wonderful loop. The route can be completed as a day tour or in several stages, for example with an overnight stay in Monschau or a night in a tent at a campsite near Dedenborn. It is impressive to discover the idyllic landscape of the Eifel, the Dreiborn plateau, and a multitude of sights on a bike. The...
- 4.1 (7)·Hard·61.4 mi·Est. 24 hr+Demanding multi-day tour through the German-Belgian border region near Hellenthal in North Rhine-Westphalia. The "Path of Remembrance" runs through the German-Belgian border region and leads to prominent sites of the war. A total of 30 information boards at historical sites explain topics such as the Battle of the Bulge, smuggling, the Siegfried Line, the attack on Dwight D. Eisenhower's train in Bütgenbach and much more. The fascinating landscape with its many bodies of water, fens, and...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest lake trail in Hellenthal?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest lake trail in Hellenthal is Path of Remembrance [CLOSED]. This trail is estimated to be 61.4 mi long.
Which lake trail has the most elevation gain in Hellenthal?
Hellenthal: With an ascent of 7,427 ft, Path of Remembrance [CLOSED] has the most elevation gain of all of the lake trails in the area. The next highest ascent for lake trails is Hellenthal - Urftsee - Vogelsang with 6,715 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult lake trail in Hellenthal?
The most popular and difficult lake trail in Hellenthal is Von Hollerath zur Oleftalsperre with a 3.6-star rating from 3 reviews.