Best forest trails in Hilden
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Explore the most popular forest trails near Hilden 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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- 4.1 (56)·Moderate·3.9 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrPanoramic hike around the Elbsee, North Rhine-Westphalia. This small and leisurely tour around the Elbsee quarry pond is ideal for a hike with the family. Since the direct shore is often inaccessible, the lake has diverse flora and fauna. On the eastern coast, there is a water sports center where diving, canoeing, surfing, and sailing clubs are based. The hike can be started and ended at the Elbsee P2 hiking car park. As the route is quite popular, it can get crowded on...
- 4.4 (28)·Moderate·6 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrScenic hiking and running trail in Hilden, North Rhine-Westphalia. Start and finish are at the parking lot at the Waldschenke. The route follows beautiful paths through the Hilden city forest on the "Reh" running route, including past the city forest pond. Highlights of the tour: - Taubenberg - Sandbach stream - Hoxach flood retention basin/town forest pond - Hilden city forest
- 4.8 (6)·Easy·4.1 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrFamily-friendly loop in the Ohlsiger Heide, North Rhine-Westphalia. A great loop for the whole family, which is also suitable for cycling. There is a large playground at Engelsberger Hof along the way, and it is possible to stop for refreshments here and at the starting point. The Heide outdoor pool is a great place to cool off. A great day of nature and adventure can be experienced in the idyllic heath and moorland areas. Highlights: - Engelsberger Hof - Heide outdoor pool - Three Islands...
- 4.0 (4)·Moderate·13.4 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrA varied bike tour near Hilden, North Rhine-Westphalia A varied and quite relaxed bike tour from Hilden train station via Benrath and Baumberg (accessible by bus and train). Part of the tour runs along the Rheinschiene adventure trail. In addition to a lot of tranquility and idyll in the Urdenbacher Kämpe nature reserve, this tour impresses with great views of the Rhine and some cultural pearls. There are several nice places to stop for a break. Highlights of the tour: - NSG Urdenbächer...
- 3.4 (10)·Moderate·15.3 mi·Est. 6–6.5 hrBeautiful hiking trail around Hilden in North Rhine-Westphalia Starting in the north of Hilden, this route runs clockwise around the municipality of Hilden, passing the Ohligser Heide nature reserve and the Dreiecksweiher nature reserve. The loop is suitable for both walking and cycling. Highlights: - Ohligser Heide nature reserve - Dreiecksweiher nature reserve - Hilden city forest - Oerkhaussee lake
- 4.2 (11)·Moderate·4.9 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrNatural circular hiking trail through the Ohligser Heide, North Rhine-Westphalia A hike through the Ohligser Heide is worthwhile at any time of the year. The nature reserve is part of the Bergische Heideterrassen and offers a habitat for rare bird and plant species. At the three-island pond, in the middle of the heath, there is an observation hut. From the Forstbach district in Hilden, it goes along beautiful forest and field paths in the direction of Engelsberger Hof, where there is the...
- 5.0 (2)·Moderate·38.3 mi·Est. 14.5–15.5 hrThe Aliens Balkan route, a permanent, paved route, offers a great bike tour with lots of greenery and little traffic. It runs via Langenfeld and Opladen to Tente and Wermelskirchen. From there it continues via the B 51 - Witzhelden to Herscheid via the country road, then in the direction of Landwehr and Wasserburg. Best enjoyed in summer. Highlights of this route: - Accessible by bus and train - Perfect for cycling, whether racing bike or mountain bike - Camping facilities
- 4.4 (2)·Moderate·15 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hrVaried bike tour near Hilden, North Rhine-Westphalia An atmospheric mix of nature and culture awaits you on this tour south-east of Düsseldorf. The starting point of the beautiful bike tour is Hilden train station (accessible by bus and train), from where you cycle via Wiescheid and Richrath to Garath Castle. There are places to stop for a break. Highlights of the tour: - NSG Ohligser Heide - Detour to the Langfort leisure park (optional) - Graven house - Garath Castle - Garather Forest -...
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest forest trail in Hilden?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Hilden is Aliens Balkantrassenrunde (Permanente). This trail is estimated to be 38.3 mi long.
Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Hilden?
Hilden: With an ascent of 3,031 ft, Aliens Balkantrassenrunde (Permanente) has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is From Hilden to Ratingen with 2,450 ft of elevation gain.