Best backpacking trails in Simmerath

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Explore the most popular backpacking trails near Simmerath with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.

Top trails

#1 - Von Woffelsbach über Schmidt nach Schwammenauel
4.6 (9)·Moderate·7.4 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hr
Wendelinusstraße - Kirschberg - Im Zemmer - Schilsbachstraße - Woffelsbacher Kirchenweg - Klauser Weg - Monschauer Straße - Heimbacher Straße - Eschauler Weg - beautiful view - Hubertushöhe - Schwammenauel
#2 - StauSeeSteig Segment 4: Woffelsbach - Roetgen
4.0 (1)·Hard·15.9 mi·Est. 7.5–8 hr
Segment 4 of the StauSeeSteig runs to the Kalltalsperre and Dreilägerbachtalsperre in the Hurtgenwald. This is segment 4 of the StauSeeSteig, between Woffelsbach and Roetgen. The route runs through the forests of the Hurtgenwald. Hidden in the forest is the small Kalltalsperre reservoir, where the trail crosses the weir. The route ends at the Dreilägerbachtalsperre. The StauSeeSteig is an impressive long-distance hike plotted by the Dutch Mountain Film Festival. The hike is centered on...

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Frequently asked questions

What is the longest backpacking trail in Simmerath?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest backpacking trail in Simmerath is StauSeeSteig Segment 4: Woffelsbach - Roetgen. This trail is estimated to be 15.9 mi long.

Which backpacking trail has the most elevation gain in Simmerath?

Simmerath: With an ascent of 2,549 ft, StauSeeSteig Segment 4: Woffelsbach - Roetgen has the most elevation gain of all of the backpacking trails in the area. The next highest ascent for backpacking trails is Von Woffelsbach über Schmidt nach Schwammenauel with 1,059 ft of elevation gain.