Best forest trails in Schmidt

Panoramic circular hiking trail in the Eifel National Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. This trail leads along the western flank of the Rursee and through the adjacent forests. From everywhere you have great panoramic views of the lake, the small island in the middle and the beautiful forests. It goes both on paved paths and on natural forest paths. Highlights of the tour: - Eifel view Nice view - Opportunities for swimming at the lake - Hubertus height

Eifel streams and beaver tracks in the oak forests of the Hetzinger Forest, North Rhine-Westphalia. The number 1 of the seven themed trails in the Eifel National Park has gnarled oak forests and three low mountain range streams: Kaldenbach, Schliebach and Odenbach, which can turn into impressive torrents when it rains. With a bit of luck, beaver tracks and other wild animals can be spotted along the wayside near the creeks. The starting point is the "Scheidbaum" car park. The path is...

Popular loop in the High Fens-Eifel Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia As the name suggests, this relaxed loop is all about beautiful views. Particularly in the area of the Simonsley, which is 415 m above sea level, there are great views of the Rur reservoir, the island of Eichert and the Eifel National Park further south. There are refreshment stops in Schmidt. The starting point can be reached by bus (bus stop: Schmidt Schule). Highlights of the hike: - Viewpoint Eifel-Blick "Beautiful...

Mariawald Abbey in the Eifel Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. This route leads from Schmidt down to Heimbach and up to the Mariawald monastery. After descending the “Stationenweg” of the monastery, which is peppered with information boards, it goes in the direction of Schwammenauel, then along the Rursee and from “Eschauel” back to Schmidt. During the season from April to October, a shortcut can be taken by boat from Schwammenauel. Due to the steep climbs on the way to the Mariawald...

Panoramic loop near Schmidt, North Rhine-Westphalia. This magnificent hiking excursion is only partially marked. First of all, you can still orientate yourself on the marking "50". About beautiful forest paths it goes over Scheidtal up to the Eifel cliffs. There you can reach the "Hubertushöhe" and "Schöne Aussicht" viewpoints, from where you can enjoy a wonderful panoramic view of Lake Rursee. In Schmidt you will find rest stops and interesting leisure activities. Highlights: - Eifel steep...

Idyllic loop in the Eifel National Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. The trail starts at the Scheidbaum car park and follows the course of the Kaldenbach stream northwards into the forest. It is worth starting this hike at any time of the year. In summer the leaves of the deciduous trees rustle and the grasshoppers chirp in the high grass, in winter it is the peaceful and quiet in the wide, snow-covered Eifel landscape. Since there are no rest stops along the way, it is best to take some...

The route owes its name to the coffee smuggling that occurred from Belgium which, after World War II, contributed to the survival of many families and the reconstruction of their destroyed houses. The rebuilding of the parish church, on the other hand, progressed more slowly. From there, the Schmidters regularly sacrificed parts of their smuggling profits for the construction / renovation of the church, which has since been popularly known as St. Mokka.

Water-rich, idyllic loop on Lake Rursee, North Rhine-Westphalia. This natural tour starts at the village square in Schmidt, right next to the car park at St Hubert's Church. The church is also popularly known as "St Mokka" because it was rebuilt after the Second World War with money that came from smuggling coffee across the nearby border. The hike leads through the quiet Schilsbach valley, which is also a popular holiday resort. Here the seclusion and tranquillity can be ejoyed. There are...

This hike features great views. Note: Continuous signage along the route is not guaranteed, as this trail is no longer in the current road network of the Rureifel / Schmidt region. Nevertheless, the paths are manageable. A hiking map is recommended, or you can simply follow the GPS track on your recorder. A visit to the wildlife park is always worthwhile. Attractions: Wildlife Park, Sonnenstand Eschauel, Schmidt Church, Schöne Aussicht, Hubertushöhe, orchards in Froitscheidt.

Varied and family-friendly hiking excursion in Schmidt, North Rhine-Westphalia. The whole family can find joy on this eventful path. You walk along the fresh forest path from the village of Schmidt down to the Rursee to the sunny beach of Eschauel and take the boat from there. Arrived in Woffelsbach, you hike back along the water and through the green. Enjoy the wonderful views of the lake and the lake shore again and again. Because of the coffee smuggling from Belgium to Schmidt during the...