Best trail running trails in Leverkusen
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Explore the most popular trail running 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
- 4.7 (54)·Moderate·5.6 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrThe name of the idyllic fruit path says it all - it starts at NaturGut Ophoven and it goes through open terrain and past many fruit trees. Again and again there are information boards that explain the goal of preserving the ever rarer orchards. You can stop in the Claashäuschen and, if you want, shorten the route.
- 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.
- 4.4 (12)·Moderate·2.7 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrVaried walk around Pattscheid, North Rhine-Westphalia. The route begins at the hikers' car park at the Diepental dam, on the bank of which the route continues. Continue through the beautiful Rosenthal to the Murbach. From there in a southerly direction through Patscheid and past Romberg, mostly across meadows and fields until the circle closes. Highlights: - Diepental dam - Murbach - local flora and fauna
- 4.2 (9)·Moderate·4.6 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrRelaxed loop trail in the Bergisches Land, North Rhine-Westphalia. This is a beautiful and, despite a few small climbs, quite comfortable hike between Bergisch Neukirchen, Junkersholz and Pattscheid. The route enchants with a successful mixture of forest paths, field landscapes and a wooded stream valley. Highlights of the hike: - Bergisch Neukirchen - Detour to the Murbachtalsperre (optional) - Murbach - pretty woodland
- 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.
- 4.5 (3)·Moderate·23.8 mi·Est. 9–9.5 hrScenic hiking and cycling tour in Schlebusch near Leverkusen, North Rhine-Westphalia. Loop in Schlebusch. Whether for a bike tour or a hike, the route is a wonderful sight. Highlights of the route: - Pretty natural landscapes - Nice prospects - Local flora and fauna
- 3.5 (4)·Moderate·6.3 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular loop trail near Leverkusen, North Rhine-Westphalia. After you have completed the first 1.5 km close to the motorway, you walk in a beautiful loop through the valleys of the Dhuenn and the Wupper. On the way back, a visit to the Reuschenberg wildlife park is worthwhile (note the opening times). Highlights of the hike: - Wupper - Dhuenn - House Wambach - Reuschenberg wildlife park (optional) - Aquila Park Leverkusen
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest running trail in Leverkusen?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest running trail in Leverkusen is Schlebusch - Alte Wuppermündung - Balkantrasse. This trail is estimated to be 23.8 mi long.
Which running trail has the most elevation gain in Leverkusen?
Leverkusen: With an ascent of 1,876 ft, Bergische Runde has the most elevation gain of all of the running trails in the area. The next highest ascent for running trails is Schlebusch - Alte Wuppermündung - Balkantrasse with 1,768 ft of elevation gain.