Best forest trails in Mechernich
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Explore the most popular forest trails near Mechernich 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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- 4.2 (55)·Moderate·4.6 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrPanoramic and historic hiking trail near Mechernich, North Rhine-Westphalia. Start and finish are at Arenbergplatz in Mechernich. This is a nice excursion that also offers beautiful views. Highlights of the tour: - Pretty prospects - Local flora and fauna - Beautiful natural landscapes - Satzvey Castle
- 4.2 (21)·Moderate·5.4 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrCharming and family-friendly excursion in Mechernich, North Rhine-Westphalia. Nordic Walking Route Hochwildpark Rheinland Mechernich. Start and end are in Katzvey at the parking lot. But you can also get there by public transport. Highlights of the tour: - Great prospects - Local flora and fauna - Beautiful natural landscapes - Veybach between Breitenbenden and Satzvey
- 4.6 (14)·Moderate·4.7 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrIdyllic hiking tour in Mechernich, North Rhine-Westphalia. The start and end point of the round tour is the Cafe zur Kakushöhle, there are parking spaces right next to it. Highlights of the tour: - Weyer Bach - Limestone grassland complex nature reserve near Weyer - Small cave - Karkushöhle and Kartsteinfelsen
- 4.2 (20)·Moderate·7 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrBeautiful hike near Katzvey in North Rhine-Westphalia North of Katzvey, this route runs through the forest areas in the surrounding area to Satzvey and then over the Schavener Heide past the Hochwildpark Rheinland. Highlights: - Satzvey Castle - Former Roman quarry - Above ground trenches
- 4.6 (13)·Moderate·7.8 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrA varied and promising hiking tour in Mechernich, North Rhine-Westphalia. This is a very nice round trip. A slightly different route than in the guide, as the original route was probably changed. Highlights of the route: - Great natural landscapes - Local flora and fauna - Great prospects
- 4.7 (15)·Hard·10.6 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrThis route follows the traces of the Roman water supply. You will pass Roman aqueducts, ancient wells and reservoirs that used to provide Roman Cologne with the best Eifel water. In addition, a varied landscape awaits with charming brook valleys, rolling hills and dense forests.
- 4.0 (4)·Easy·2.8 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrPopular loop trail in the Hohes Venn-Eifel nature park, North Rhine-Westphalia. The A2 loop trail runs in a wide arc around the Rhineland wildlife park between Kommern and Mechernich. The hike begins at the Katzensteine car park. The historic highlight is Burgfey Castle, built around 1419, of which only the remains of the castle tower remain today. In the immediate vicinity of the castle ruins there is another very old and well-preserved monument: the Burgfeyer Eiche, also known as the...
- 4.3 (6)·Moderate·7.5 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrVaried loop trail near Mechernich, North Rhine-Westphalia. On more than 10 km, hikers can look forward to an atmospheric change from small, partly protected forest areas and open landscape. In addition, there are relics of the ancient Romans and several caves that are freely accessible. Highlights of the hike: - Limestone grassland complex nature reserve near Weyer - Ice Fey - Vussem aqueduct bridge - St. Cyriacus Church - Nature reserve Kartstein caves with Kakus cave - Small cave
- 4.6 (17)·Moderate·6.9 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPanoramic and family-friendly hiking trail in the North Eifel, North Rhine-Westphalia. The start and finish is the car park at the Wachendorf sports field. This is a nice excursion that also offers beautiful views. Highlights of the tour: - Pretty prospects - Local flora and fauna - Beautiful natural landscapes
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest forest trail in Mechernich?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Mechernich is Von Satzvey nach Odendorf. This trail is estimated to be 14.4 mi long.
Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Mechernich?
Mechernich: With an ascent of 1,807 ft, EifelBahnSteig Etappe 2: Von Satzvey nach Mechernich has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is EifelSpur 'Wasser für Köln' with 1,774 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult forest trail in Mechernich?
The most popular and difficult forest trail in Mechernich is EifelSpur 'Wasser für Köln' with a 4.7-star rating from 15 reviews.
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- Mechernich EifelSchleife Bergbauhistorischer Wanderweg
- EifelSchleife Eickser Busch
- Katzvey - Altusknipp (Griesberg) - Katzensteine
- EifelSchleife: Vom Mühlensee zum Eifelblick
- Satzvey Rundweg (Rundwanderweg 3)
- EifelBahnSteig Etappe 3: Mechernich nach Scheven
- Auf den Spuren von Neandertalern und Römern (Tour 103)
- Soweit das Auge reicht (EifelSpur)
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Points of interest
- Veybach
- ehmaliger röm. Steinbruch
- Burg Satzvey
- Kleine Höhle
- Kakushöhle und Kartsteinfelsen
- Eulenberg
- Burgfey
- Römisches Sammelbecken
- Ziegen
- Römische Wasserleitung
- Römerkanal
- Hühnerberg
- Bruder-Klaus-Feldkapelle
- Nachbau Aquäduktbögen Mechernich-Vussem
- Römische Brunnenstube "Klausbrunnen"
- Aquäduktbrücke Römerkanal
- Schloß Wachendorf
- Katzensteine
- Quad-Parcour
- Altusknipp