Best river trails in Cologne
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Explore the most popular river trails near Cologne 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 (87)·Easy·1.8 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrPopular city walk in Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia. This city walk goes through Cologne's city centre, past many of the city's most famous sights. It starts at the Rhine, which will be crossed via the Hohenzollern Bridge - famous for its hundreds of thousands of love locks. Of course, Cologne Cathedral, which was built in 1248 and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is also along the route. Highlights of the route: - Rhine - Hohenzollern Bridge - Cologne Cathedral - Numerous museums - Rhine...
- 4.4 (78)·Easy·3.3 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrFamily-friendly city walk in Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia. This is a nice, easy tour of Cologne. Always along the Rhine, it passes famous attractions like the Cologne Cathedral. The route can be easily reached by bus and train. The start and finish of this walking tour is Cologne Central Station. Highlights of the route: - Beautiful cultural and urban scenery - Great views - Along the Rhine
- 4.4 (94)·Moderate·6.9 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrScenic city walk in Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia. A beautiful loop without much ascent, which always leads along the banks of the Rhine and past numerous attractions. There is the Rhine Park and Cologne Cathedral and much more to discover in the historic city centre. The start and finish points are easily accessible, right next to Cologne Central Station. The route can be individually shortened or extended and there are numerous cafés and restaurants to stop off at. Highlights of the...
- 4.5 (109)·Hard·12 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrPopular loop in the Königsforst near Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia. The Königsforst is a nature reserve, FFH, and bird sanctuary east of Cologne. The Königsforst, part of the Bergische Heideterrasse, has been a popular excursion destination for people living in Cologne for a long time - archbishops and nobles have already hiked here. This route starts at the forest's southwestern entrance, ru onto Rathausen-Forsbachweg. With some luck, kingfishers, gray woodpeckers, ns along...
- 4.6 (36)·Moderate·9.4 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrThis beautiful round only leaves out the Rodenkirchen and Merkenich motorway bridges in the south and north (there must still be challenges for spring). Otherwise you take all six Cologne inner city bridges with you! Reachable by bus and train, start and finish at Cologne Central Station.
- 4.7 (49)·Moderate·5.5 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrFamily-friendly hike in the heart of Cologne. Cologne's green belts are planned green zones that form a semicircle around the city on both banks of the Rhine. This route leads around the Denksteine and Adenauer Weiher. Excellent for an afternoon stroll with the family. Highlights of the hike: - Rhine bank - Local flora and fauna - memorial stones - Adenau pond ---- Accessible by bus and train
- 4.3 (31)·Easy·2.2 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrFamily-friendly loop in Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia. This is an easy hike in the Cologne city forest, which is perfect for a relaxing stroll with the family or a leisurely jog. The circular route along the Marcel-Proust-Promenade can be wonderfully combined with a detour to the free and barrier-free Lindenthal Animal Park (unfortunately dogs are not allowed in here). More information about the zoo can be found under "Tips". The tour is accessible by bus and train. Highlights of the...
- 4.4 (47)·Moderate·8.3 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrSixth section of the Cologne Trail, North Rhine-Westphalia. This stage leads along the Rhine for longer. The route is often shared with cyclists, so mutual respect is important. There are cafés and restaurants in Flittard to stop for a bite to eat and after this section of the hike, the route heads into the countryside for a bit. As always, the hiking trail is well connected to public transport. Highlights: - idyllic lakes and rivers - "Alter Schlackehafen" viewpoint - Stammheim castle park
- 4.4 (20)·Easy·2 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrPopular walk in Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia. This is a very relaxed walk on the peninsula in the Rheinauhafen. In the Chocolate Museum - the most visited museum in the city - interested visitors can learn everything about chocolate production. Highlights of the route: - Rhine - Rheinauhafen - Chocolate Museum Cologne
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest river trail in Cologne?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest river trail in Cologne is Kölner Weg (Fernwanderweg). This trail is estimated to be 161.1 mi long.
Which river trail has the most elevation gain in Cologne?
Cologne: With an ascent of 27,145 ft, Kölner Weg (Fernwanderweg) has the most elevation gain of all of the river trails in the area. The next highest ascent for river trails is Rodenkirchen RTF Eifel Marathon with 13,097 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult river trail in Cologne?
The most popular and difficult river trail in Cologne is Königsforst Loop with a 4.5-star rating from 108 reviews.
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- Baptisterium
- Cologne Cathedral
- Schinkenkessel (römisch/preussisch)
- Domfontäne
- Monte Troodelöh
- Tünnes und Schäl
- Von-Diergardt-See
- Roman Aqueduct
- Wiesenhaus Campingplatz
- Alter Schlackehafen
- Skulpturenpark Stammheim
- Römisches Nordtor
- Fühlinger See
- Cologne Cable Car
- KölnTriangle Cologne View
- St. Maria ad Gradus
- Decksteiner Weiher
- Pegel Köln
- Bastei
- Heinzelmännchenbrunnen