Best bird watching trails in Leverkusen
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Explore the most popular bird watching trails near Leverkusen with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
Top trails
- 4.3 (16)·Easy·2.8 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrEasy circular route through the nature reserve. A real insider tip for bird lovers (69 species were found here in 2015) and wildlife watching. A real highlight are the cattle and water buffalo, which ensure natural grazing of the former gravel pit (please do not feed!). Dogs must be kept on a leash throughout the reserve.
- 4.8 (5)·Moderate·4.3 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrThe route always goes through the forest on mostly good and wide paths. Only after heavy rain is the route a bit muddy in places. The route can be walked all year round. You only come across other people, cyclists and dogs every now and then. The route is more frequented at the weekend.
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest bird watching trail in Leverkusen?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest bird watching trail in Leverkusen is Dünnwald - Naturschutzgebiet am Hornpottweg - Von-Diegardt-See. This trail is estimated to be 6.5 mi long.
Which bird watching trail has the most elevation gain in Leverkusen?
Leverkusen: With an ascent of 695 ft, Dünnwald - Naturschutzgebiet am Hornpottweg - Von-Diegardt-See has the most elevation gain of all of the birding trails in the area. The next highest ascent for birding trails is Durch das Erholungsgebiet Dünnwald ab Waldsiedlung with 439 ft of elevation gain.