Best waterfall trails in Cologne
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- 4.6 (20)·Moderate·13 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrFirst stage of the long-distance hiking trail Kölnpfad, North Rhine-Westphalia. A good basic level of fitness is required for the first, quite long stage of the Kölnpfad Trail. It starts at the Rodenkirchen bridge. The route passes the Weißer Rheinbogen, the Forest Botanical Garden and the Friedenswäldchen forest until the end of the stage, the Klettenbergpark, is reached. There are several places to stop for refreshments here. Highlights of the route: - Rhine bank - Forest Botanical...
- 4.2 (18)·Moderate·10.5 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrRelaxed stage of the long-distance hiking trail "Kölnpfad" near Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia. The second stage of the Kölnpfad starts at the Klettenbergpark stop and ends at the Bocklemünd stop. Most of the time, the route follows well-surfaced paths along Cologne's green belt. However, the route also briefly runs along a very busy road - special care is required here. It is possible to stop off at the "Haus am See" with its mini golf course. Highlights of the hike: - Cologne's green...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest waterfall trail in Cologne?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest waterfall trail in Cologne is Cologne Marathon. This trail is estimated to be 26.7 mi long.
Which waterfall trail has the most elevation gain in Cologne?
Cologne: With an ascent of 2,217 ft, Cologne Marathon has the most elevation gain of all of the waterfall trails in the area. The next highest ascent for waterfall trails is Kölnpfad Stage 1: Rodenkirchener Bridge - Klettenberg with 1,089 ft of elevation gain.
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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