Best backpacking trails in Königswinter

This route follows stage 2 of the Rheinsteig, which begins in Königswinter and ends in Bad Honnef. Starting at the Drachenfels rack railway station, the path ascends past Drachenfels Castle into the mixed forests of the Siebengebirge. It passes the Uhlan Memorial above Rhöndorf, winds up to the Löwenburg ruins and the Löwenburger Hof, and navigates steep switchbacks before descending into Bad Honnef. Overnight stays are accommodated in local guesthouses and hotels in Bad Honnef, as wild...

Historical hiking trail with great views in the Siebengebirge nature park, North Rhine-Westphalia. The tour starts in Thomasberg and goes through Königswinter. There is much to see and explore along this trail. Drachenburg Castle is definitely worth a look. Highlights of the tour: - Local flora and fauna - Beautiful natural landscapes - Siebengebirge Nature Park - Great prospects - Castle "Drachenburg - Petersberg

Promising hiking route in Koenigswinter, North Rhine-Westphalia. Hike from the Dicken Stein over the Petersberg and back. A steep ascent over parts of the Petersberg Bittweg leads up to the Petersberg. After visiting the beer garden, for example, and enjoying the great view, it's time to head back to the Dicken Stein. Highlights of the route: - Pretty natural landscapes - Local flora and fauna - Nice prospects

This route follows stage 13 of the Bergischer Weg and connects Stadt Blankenberg with Oberpleis. Leaving the Katharinentor in Stadt Blankenberg, the trail leads along the city wall and follows Ahrenbach stream toward Uckerath. It continues past Derenbach stream to timber-framed houses in Hermesmühle before ascending via Wellesberg to the Hühnerberg basalt works and descending into Nonnenberg near Oberpleis. Guesthouses and hotels provide overnight stays; wild camping is prohibited in North...