Best lake trails in Stolberg
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Explore the most popular lake trails near Stolberg 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
- 3.9 (8)·Hard·11.2 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrVaried hike in North Rhine-Westphalia. This beautiful forest hike has a lot of variety to offer and leads from Schevenhütte to the Wehebachtalsperre dam. Then we walk along the dam wall, which offers a great view of the imposing tower in the lake, to the castle hill. After a few curves, the route follows the “Rennweg” rising to the right. Crossing the Schwarzenbroich stream, go straight ahead to the ruins of the Schwarzenbroich monastery and then through the Meroder forest back to the...
- 3.7 (12)·Moderate·9.8 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrVersatile loop in the North Eifel Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. From the dam to Laufenburg - This day hike leads from the youngest dam in the Eifel (1983) through vast forests to Laufenburg (14th century) and finally back to the important vacation resort of Schevenhütte. The loop is mostly on firm paths.
- 3.6 (9)·Hard·19.1 mi·Est. 8–8.5 hrVaried loop trail in the Hohes Venn-Eifel nature park, North Rhine-Westphalia. From Stolberg you first hike to Kornelimuenster. The town is best known for its abbey. You hike back over the northern foothills of the Muensterwald and the natural reserve of Schlangenberg. After the hike, it is worth spending a little time in Stolberg, exploring the old town or paying a visit to the 12th-century Stolberg Castle. Highlights of the hike: - Muensterwald - Nature Conservation Snake Mountain -...
- 4.6 (4)·Hard·23.9 mi·Est. 11–12 hrWonderful long-distance hiking trail in the Eifel National Park, North Rhine-Westphalia As the name suggests, the Bachtäler Höhenroute leads up and down and always offers beautiful views of the Eifel. The hike starts in Zweifall, ends at the Urfttalsperre and can be divided into three stages. The route is signposted with "Bachtäler Höhenroute" and a blue river on a green background. There are bus stops in Zweifall. Highlights: - Huschelbach valley - Eifel-Blick "Schöne Aussicht" on the...
- 4.3 (5)·Moderate·10.9 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrPopular Rureifel circular hiking trail near Stolberg, North Rhine-Westphalia. This popular circular hike starts in Schevenhütte at the Wehebachtalsperre and leads on mostly well-paved forest and forest paths along the "Rote Wehe" to the potato tree and back towards Schevenhütte. Highlights: - Wehebachtalsperre - Local flora and fauna - Varied natural landscapes
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest lake trail in Stolberg?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest lake trail in Stolberg is Bachtäler-Höhenroute (Fernwanderweg). This trail is estimated to be 23.9 mi long.
Which lake trail has the most elevation gain in Stolberg?
Stolberg: With an ascent of 3,943 ft, Bachtäler-Höhenroute (Fernwanderweg) has the most elevation gain of all of the lake trails in the area. The next highest ascent for lake trails is Muensterwald and Schlangenberg from Stolberg with 2,139 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult lake trail in Stolberg?
The most popular and difficult lake trail in Stolberg is Stolberg-Schevenhütte – Wehebachtalsperre – Hürtgenwald with a 3.9-star rating from 8 reviews.
