Best forest trails in Overath
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Explore the most popular forest trails near Overath 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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- 4.1 (24)·Moderate·4.3 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrPicturesque hike in Overath, North Rhine-Westphalia. An idyllic route along the Sülz. You hike on narrow paths along the river bed. You also walk along the old embankment of the Sülztalbahn. Highlights of the route: - Idyllic natural landscapes - Nice prospects - Interesting local flora and fauna
- 4.3 (10)·Moderate·5.9 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrIdyllic circular route around Immekeppel, North Rhine-Westphalia. This circular route is a beautiful and technically easy hike with only slight inclines from Immekeppel. At the beginning it goes along a stream with countless tributaries. Forest and meadow alternate in the landscape. Highlights: - quiet ways - idyllic landscape - nice view
- 3.8 (25)·Moderate·5.3 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrIdyllic hiking trail in the Bergisches Land Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. This route begins and ends at Overath railroad station. From here, the trail leads across beautiful fields and through short sections of forest on a leisurely path to Marialinden. The circular route presents eight stations, so-called "footfalls", of the Way of the Cross between Overath and Marialinden. They also provide an insight into how people used to travel in the Bergisches Land region. Historical trade...
- 3.3 (8)·Moderate·7.8 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrBeautiful circular hiking trail near Vilkerath in North Rhine-Westphalia This idyllic hiking route runs from Vilkerath on field and forest paths to Kastor and over the suspension bridge there. The route then leads past the castle of Ehreshoven back to Vilkerath. There are places to stop for refreshments along the way. Highlights: -Ehrehoven Castle - Suspension bridge in Kastor - Hiking in the Bergisches Land nature park
- 4.0 (4)·Moderate·7 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrHike close to nature through the Bergisches Land nature park, North Rhine-Westphalia. Characteristic of the Bergisches Land is the low mountain range landscape, which is strongly divided by valleys. It starts at the Bergischer Weg information point and ends there again. Open meadow and wooded pieces alternate. It is particularly beautiful through the Naafbachtal. You can find the tour as Tour 20 from the hiking guide "Dumont aktiv - Wander im Bergisches Land". Highlights of the hike: -...
- 4.2 (4)·Hard·12.4 mi·Est. 6–6.5 hrThis route follows stage 8 of the Bergischer Weg and connects Rösrath with Overath. Departing Forsbach, the trail winds across small stream valleys before reaching the Sülz River at Hoffnungsthal. Hikers climb through forest paths onto the Lüderich ridge, passing the former mining area and golf course toward Bleifeld and Honrath. The path then descends into the Agger Valley, following woodland tracks to Overath-Broich. Guesthouses and hotels provide overnight stays in nearby towns; wild...
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest forest trail in Overath?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Overath is Großhurden nach Hollenberg. This trail is estimated to be 17.8 mi long.
Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Overath?
Overath: With an ascent of 2,066 ft, Bergischer Weg Stage 8: Rösrath - Overath has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is Großhurden nach Hollenberg with 1,686 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult forest trail in Overath?
The most popular and difficult forest trail in Overath is Bergischer Weg Stage 8: Rösrath - Overath with a 4.2-star rating from 4 reviews.