Best wildlife trails in Schmidt

Historical loop in the Eifel. It starts at the free Buhlert hiking car park. It initially goes in a westerly direction and for a while along the small nature reserve Senkelbachquellen. The former bunkers of the West Wall can be explored, a total of eight well-preserved old bunker systems. To get here, unpaved and unmarked paths branch off from the paved paths. Sturdy shoes are recommended for the unmarked trails. Entering the bunker facilities is at your own risk and should only be done with...

Picturesque loop with great views near Schmidt in North Rhine-Westphalia. This idyllic loop starts at the hiking car park at the St. Hubertus Church in Schmidt and leads without any significant climbs on beautiful forest paths to the "Beautiful View" and the "Hubertushöhe". On the way, incredible panoramic views of the Rursee and the Eifel National Park open up. Highlights: - Beautiful views - Local flora and fauna - Varied natural landscapes -...

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...

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.

Panoramic Eifel circular hiking trail near Nideggen in North Rhine-Westphalia. This beautiful circular hike starts at the Wildpark hiking car park in Schmidt and leads through rustling forests and across wonderful fields with extensive views. At the Hubertushöhe you can expect a wonderful view of the Rursee and benches to rest and have a picnic. Along streams, through forests and past the wildlife park, you return to the starting point of the tour. There is a refreshment stop at the wildlife...