Best cave trails in Nettersheim
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Explore the most popular cave trails near Nettersheim 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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- 3.6 (12)·Moderate·8 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrPopular loop trail in the Eifel, North Rhine-Westphalia This hike north of Nettersheim leads to one of the most popular natural monuments in the Eifel: the Kartstein rock with the Kakus caves. The up to 15 m high rock formation has been under nature protection for almost 100 years and impresses with massive structures such as the "Great Church" and the "Dark Chamber". Even if you enjoy a lot of quietness on the rest of the hike, it can get a bit crowded in the area of the Kakus Caves,...
- 4.3 (8)·Moderate·8.2 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrPanoramic hiking tour in Nettersheim, North Rhine-Westphalia. The starting and finishing point is the Kölner Straße / Keltenring parking lot, but the landscape is characterized by extensive fields, flower beds and cow pastures. However, the hike takes its name from the hidden Fuchshöhle cave, which was created in the 18th century during silver ore excavations and has always been the source of adventurous tales. From Königsberg you have a wonderful view of Steinfeld Abbey, an abbey of the...
- 4.2 (3)·Hard·25.7 mi·Est. 11.5–12.5 hrPopular Eifel Spur in the Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. The North Eifel is known for its diverse plants and herbs. The EifelSpur "Kraeuterpfad" ("Herb Path") can be started at the station in Nettersheim or Bad Muenstereifel and can be hiked in two stages. In the Eifel Nature Center you can get a wild herb guide before the hike, which can help you to identify wild garlic, meadow sage and lady's mantle. Highlights of the hike: - wild herbs - Bad Muenstereifel -...
- 4.5 (4)·Moderate·8.6 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrIdyllic and panoramic hike in the North Eifel Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. The start and end point is the parking lot at Krausstraße 14-2, 53947 Nettersheim. Highlights of the route: - Beautiful natural landscapes - Local flora and fauna - Nice views of the area - Accessible by bus and train
- 4.0 (1)·Moderate·4 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrThe trail marker for this local trail (12) has been removed as the routes in the region are now designated as "Eifel loops". The hike begins at the nature center in Nettersheim, not far from the train station. After leaving the village, the route leads through the picturesque Rosenthal landscape.
- Hard·12.8 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hrTour 18 from the hiking guide "Dumont aktiv Eifel Nord". This beautiful circular route starts at the train station in Nettersheim. The first part of the route runs parallel to the Eifelsteig. Here the hiking trail leads along the beautiful Urft and later over the crest of the Grünen Pütz with its sloe bushes. Highlights of the hike: - Urft - Green Pütz - Eichter Valley - Hallenthal mill - Gillesbach - Fox cave - Marmagen stream - Gorresburg
- Moderate·9.4 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrStage 1 of the long-distance hiking trail "Römerkanal-Wanderweg", North Rhine-Westphalia. This is the first stage of the varied, approximately 115 km long Roman Canal hiking trail, which follows the course of a canal constructed by the Romans in the 1st century from Nettersheim through the Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park to Sülz. The starting point of the first stage is in Nettersheim and the section ends in Dottel. Paths close to nature in the Urft valley, great views of the Eifel, medieval...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest trail with caves in Nettersheim?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail with caves in Nettersheim is EifelSpur Herb Path (Municipality of Nettersheim). This trail is estimated to be 25.7 mi long.
Which cave trail has the most elevation gain in Nettersheim?
Nettersheim: With an ascent of 3,585 ft, EifelSpur Herb Path (Municipality of Nettersheim) has the most elevation gain of all of the cave trails in the area. The next highest ascent for cave trails is Runde um Nettersheim über Marmagen with 1,561 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail with caves in Nettersheim?
The most popular and difficult trail with caves in Nettersheim is Nettersheim and Weyer Loop with a 4.7-star rating from 4 reviews.
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- Römerweiher
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- Römische Straße
- Grüner Pütz
- Römische Wasserleitung
- Römischer Garten
- Werkplatz Steinrütsch
- Mannenberghöhlen
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- Jugendzeltplatz Nettersheim
- Fossilienacker
- Hermesberg
- Jakob-Kneip-Berg
- Burg Marmagen
- Matronenheiligtum "Görresburg"
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