Best forest trails in Remscheid
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Explore the most popular forest trails near Remscheid 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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- 4.6 (44)·Easy·1.9 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrCharming and family-friendly hiking tour in Remscheid, North Rhine-Westphalia. The highlight of the hike is the Great Eschbachtalsperre, the first drinking water dam in Germany. Highlights of the tour: - Beautiful views of the Eschbachtalsperre - Local flora and fauna - Enchanting natural scenery
- 4.6 (37)·Moderate·5.9 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular loop in the Bergisches Land Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. Idyllic waters, some magnificent views into the valley of the Gelpe River and several beautiful nature reserves await hikers on this loop north of Remscheid. One of the highlights is the Ronsdorf Dam, also known as the Saalbach Dam. The tour can be reached by bus (bus stop: Clemenshammer Brücke). Highlights of the hike: - Ronsdorfer Talsperre (Saalbachtalsperre). - field and forest paths - beautiful views - NSG...
- 4.3 (18)·Moderate·4.8 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular hike to Ronsdorfer Talsperre and Saalscheid, North Rhine-Westphalia The area around the Ronsdorf dam and the Saalscheid forest area are very popular and varied. This route starts at the Ronsdorfer Talsperre hiking car park and leads through the picturesque forest area of Saalscheid and along the water of the Sallbach and the Geipe. On the way there you can stop at Haus Zittertal. It goes back via Clemenshammer and Heidt. Highlights: - Ronsdorf reservoir - Great route along the...
- 4.1 (27)·Moderate·4.7 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrPicturesque and scenic hiking tour near Remscheid, North Rhine-Westphalia. The very beautiful trail leads along the Wuppertal dam, past streams, briefly along the Panzertal dam and over land past farms back to the starting point. The accompaniment of the Wupper on the circular tour is particularly beautiful. The route starts at the hikers' parking lot at Jacobsmühle. Highlights of the tour: - Beautiful views - Local flora and fauna - Beautiful natural landscapes - Hiking parking lot available
- 4.8 (16)·Hard·37.2 mi·Est. 17–18.5 hrOfficial route of the Röntgenlauf ("X-Ray Run") on ultra-marathon distance The Röntgenlauf has taken place once a year since 2001 on the last Sunday in October in Remscheid. The main ultramarathon competition runs 63.3 km for the most part on the Röntgen Trail - the loop leads once around Remscheid and was named in honor of Remscheider Wilhelm Röntgen, the discoverer of X-rays. It's varied through beautiful valleys, along typical Bergisch half-timbered houses and historical testimonies from...
- 4.2 (14)·Moderate·5.8 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrFamily-friendly and charming hiking excursion in the Bergisches Land nature park, North Rhine-Westphalia. This tour leads, among other things, to the Eschbachtalsperre. There is a lot to explore there and of course the perfect place for a relaxing break. Highlights of the tour: - Local flora and fauna - Beautiful natural landscapes - Great views of the area - Eschbachtalsperre
- 4.5 (13)·Moderate·5.3 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrVaried hiking tour in Remscheid, North Rhine-Westphalia. The start and end point is the parking lot at the Hüttenhammer hiking trailhead. From there it goes via Tyrol, Hammertal, Eschbachtalm once around Ehringhausen. The route passes through a varied landscape with beautiful views. Highlights of the route: - Beautiful natural landscapes - Local flora and fauna - Great views of the surrounding area
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest forest trail in Remscheid?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Remscheid is RTF Adler Marathon Route. This trail is estimated to be 126.4 mi long.
Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Remscheid?
Remscheid: With an ascent of 17,319 ft, RTF Adler Marathon Route has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is RTF Adler Tour - 155 Route with 12,755 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult forest trail in Remscheid?
The most popular and difficult forest trail in Remscheid is Röntgenlauf Remscheid with a 4.8-star rating from 16 reviews.