Best forest trails in Mettmann
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Explore the most popular forest trails near Mettmann 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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- 4.7 (32)·Easy·3.9 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrPopular loop trail in the Neandertal, North Rhine-Westphalia. Loop trail 5 in the Neandertal is around 6 km long and starts at the Diepensiepen hiking car park. Even if there are some natural paths as well as meadow and forest trails along the way, you hike on wide dirt roads most of the time Be careful when crossing the Suedring (B7). Highlights of the hike: - Neandertal - Valley of the Duessel - Mill pond - Floesswehr
- 4.3 (50)·Moderate·4.7 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrRelaxing circular hike near Mettmann, North Rhine-Westphalia A nice loop through the idyllic valley of the Stinderbach east of Mettmann. Ideal for a relaxed family hike. Accompanied by the babbling of the Stinderbach, you first walk through a beautiful forest. The way back leads through open fields and meadows. It can get quite crowded here, especially on weekends. Accessible by bus and train (access from Mettmann Zentrum train station). Highlights of the hike: - Stinderbachtal -...
- 4.1 (10)·Easy·2.2 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrBeautiful loop in North Rhine-Westphalia A short and relaxed round along the Mettmanner and the Hellerbrucher Bach. Past the Halfeshof and a little bit through Mettmann Süd, then turn right to the Hellerbrucher Bach and cross it. In between you will also find a bench to rest.
- 3.8 (5)·Moderate·6.2 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrRelaxed circular hike in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. The circular hike starts in Metzkausen and leads mostly along fields. So if you hike here in spring or in the early summer months, with a bit of luck you can enjoy the view of blooming rapeseed fields and wildflowers.
- 4.8 (2)·Moderate·20.5 mi·Est. 8–8.5 hrThis loop leads through the Neander Valley Nature Reserve and the adjacent Stinder Valley. The surroundings are defined by the winding course of the Düssel and Stinderbach streams, bordered by steep limestone slopes and damp meadows. The trail surface features a mix of forest floor paths and stabilized gravel tracks that remain consistent across varying elevations. The topography involves repeated transitions between the valley floor and elevated forest ridges, providing views over the...
- 4.3 (7)·Moderate·6.6 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular loop trail near Mettmann, North Rhine-Westphalia. This is a relaxed loop, the starting point of which can be easily reached by public transport. You initially walk through the city forest of Mettmann, the rest of the route runs mainly through pretty open landscapes. Highlights of the hike: - City forest Mettmann - extensive fields - Mettmann brook
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest forest trail in Mettmann?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Mettmann is RTF Rund ums Neandertal - 45er Strecke. This trail is estimated to be 30.1 mi long.
Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Mettmann?
Mettmann: With an ascent of 2,857 ft, RTF Rund ums Neandertal - 45er Strecke has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is Mettmann - Neanderthal - Gerresheim with 1,686 ft of elevation gain.