Best waterfall trails in Monschau
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Explore the most popular waterfall trails near Monschau 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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- 4.5 (375)·Moderate·5 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrScenic hike in Monschau, North Rhine-Westphalia. On this route, hikers experience in an impressive way how, in Monschau, town and nature form a harmonious, seamlessly merging unit. Let's start at the Burgau multi-story car park in Monschau. The path is marked with the number 35 and leads through the idyllic Rur valley. Here you can enjoy the views of the former cloth-making town, often referred to as the "Pearl of the Eifel" or "Rhenish Rothenburg". Highlights of the route: - Beautiful...
- 4.4 (161)·Moderate·1.5 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrFamily-friendly hike in Monschau, North Rhine-Westphalia. On this tour, Monschau shows an unknown side. The slopes on both sides of the Rur are an ideal complement to the walk through the winding alleyways of the old town and an extraordinary experience. Located in the Rur valley, the old town of Monschau is a treasure chest filled with historic buildings, quaint streets and alleyways, romantic corners and impressive viewpoints. Highlights of the route: - Beautiful natural landscapes -...
- 4.6 (172)·Hard·13.9 mi·Est. 6–7 hrVaried hiking excursion in Monschau, North Rhine-Westphalia. The monastery route fascinates with its extraordinary variety. Landscape landmarks such as the imposing rock of the Ehrensteinsley, the wild and romantic Rur valley, species-rich forest passages, the spacious pastureland around Kalterherberg with old rows of beech trees and hawthorn hedges and the Perlenbachtalsperre guarantee a varied landscape enjoyment. Flower and plant species typical of the different habitats line the path. An...
- 4.5 (95)·Hard·15.3 mi·Est. 7.5–8.5 hrThis route is stage 3 of the Eifelsteig, a premium long-distance trail through the Eifel region. This specific section starts in the historic cloth-making town of Monschau and ends in Einruhr on the Obersee lake. The path leads from picturesque half-timbered alleys up to the Kierberg viewpoint and continues along the Perlenbach Reservoir to Monschau-Höfen. A unique feature of this area is the house-high beech hedges, traditionally used as windbreaks. The trail then follows the winding course...
- 4.3 (60)·Moderate·5.6 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrA varied and historical excursion in Monschau, North Rhine-Westphalia. Wonderful hiking route through a varied landscape. Great views, interesting natural history and historical monuments such as Monschau Castle. Highlights of the route: - Beautiful natural landscapes - Local flora and fauna - Great views - Monschau Castle
- 3.9 (50)·Moderate·8.6 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrIdyllic loop near Monschau, North Rhine-Westphalia. The Monschau National Park Trail leads from the idyllic old town of Monschau into the Eifel National Park and through the Heckendorf farms back to the starting point. The trail starts at the Tuchmacherbrunnen, where a lot can be learned about the steps involved in the production of fine cloth in the 18th century. Along the route, nature lovers can expect fascinating views, romantic river valleys and a rich flora with wild and romantic ferns...
- 4.6 (48)·Moderate·7.9 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrPopular and scenic Tippeltouren circular route in the Eifel, North Rhine-Westphalia. This varied and scenic route is part of the Eifel tipple tours and leads along the Perlenbach and via the so-called "Jahrhundertweg", the Eifelsteig and into the Perlenbach valley. Along the way, there are always marvellous views of the Monschau region and towards the Kluckbach valley. With a little more time in your luggage, it is worth visiting the beautiful town of Monschau with its historic buildings,...
- 4.6 (25)·Easy·3.7 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrRelaxed hike in the Hohes Venn nature park - Eifel, North Rhine-Westphalia. The starting point of this 5.5 km long hike is the car park at the Monschau-Hoefen National Park gate. You hike past the Perlenbachtalsperre and through the valley of the Perlenbach to Monschau. Here there is the opportunity to stop at a restaurant or to visit the castle from the 13th century. Highlights of the hike: - Monschau - Monschau Castle - Perlenbachtalsperre - Perlenbach - Teufelsley - Engelsley - Rur
- 4.1 (15)·Hard·15.1 mi·Est. 6.5–7 hrPicturesque, idyllic loop near Monschau in North Rhine-Westphalia. This idyllic loop starts at the car park (parking for a fee) in Monschau and leads along the Rur to Höfen and through the Fuhrtsbachtal to the Eierbachtalsperre. Most of the hike leads through the forest - every now and then there are beautiful views of the region. The path leads towards Kalterherberg and from there past the Reichenstein Monastery along the Rur back to Monschau. There are numerous benches along the path that...
- 4.4 (63)·Hard·11.6 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hrBeautiful hiking trail in Monschau, North Rhine-Westphalia. For his 100th birthday, the Eifelverein Monschau gave all hikers the "Century Trail." The path is well marked and signposted throughout with the number 100; information boards explain the sig. In addition to many beautiful vantage points and picnic areashts, including "The Cross in the Venn," in more detail, Monschau Castle and Reichenstein Monastery invite you to take a cultural and historical detour. The starting and ending point...
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest waterfall trail in Monschau?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest waterfall trail in Monschau is GR®15 Ardennes Trails: Monschau - Arlon [CLOSED]. This trail is estimated to be 146.1 mi long.
Which waterfall trail has the most elevation gain in Monschau?
Monschau: With an ascent of 19,724 ft, GR®15 Ardennes Trails: Monschau - Arlon [CLOSED] has the most elevation gain of all of the waterfall trails in the area. The next highest ascent for waterfall trails is Through the High Fens [CLOSED] with 2,670 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult waterfall trail in Monschau?
The most popular and difficult waterfall trail in Monschau is Monschau Monastery Route with a 4.6-star rating from 167 reviews.
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- Ehrensteinsley
- Historische Sägemühle
- Eifelblick Kierberg
- Jugendzeltplatz Dreistegen
- Engelsley
- Teufelsley
- Eifelblick Perdsley
- Burg Monschau
- Bellesief / Pauelse Weierche
- Perlenau
- Zauberflora
- Kräutergarten
- Perlenbachtalsperre
- Perlenau
- Troistorff House
- Walderlebnisparcours "Kölsch Kier"
- Reichenstein Monastery
- Baumtelefon
- Forellenteich
- Erlebnisstation 1 Belgischer Zöllner in Kalterherberg