Best historic site trails in Wachtberg

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#1 - Niederbachem mit Rolandbogen
4.8 (6)·Moderate·8.3 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hr
Refreshments Accessible by bus and train
#2 - Hümerichrunde Berkum
3.8 (9)·Moderate·3.7 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hr
Beautiful circular hiking trail around Berkum in North Rhine-Westphalia This hike starts at the hiking car park on the K58 and runs counterclockwise from Wachtberg around Berkum. A special gem is the Odenhausen Castle and the TIRA space observation radar of the Frauenhofer Institute in Berkum. Highlights: - Odenhausen Castle - shady forest paths - Stumpeberg & Hohenberg - Space observation radar TIRA of the Fraunhofer Institute
#3 - Rund um Wachtberg
4.0 (3)·Hard·25.1 mi·Est. 10.5–11.5 hr
Hiking trail "Rund um Wachtberg" of the Eifelverein, divided into 3 stages. Especially suitable in winter when the ground is frozen and the shoes stay clean. The western part leads through the apple orchards on dirt roads that can sometimes be sodden. The eastern part is the most beautiful landscape (with distant views of the Rhine). The tour was run through 3 day hikes.
#4 - Rheinische Apfelroute - Schleife Wachtberg
4.0 (2)·Easy·11.4 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hr
#5 - Der Töpferpfad in Adendorf
5.0 (8)·Easy·1.8 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hr
Cultural-historical circular hike near Meckenheim The pottery history of Adendorf can be learned about on this circular hiking trail. 4 stations report on how clay was mined and used in the last centuries. The potteries can also be visited on the way. Great views of the area can also be enjoyed by looking into the Erhard pit from the viewing platform.
#6 - Roman Trail: Wachtberg - Niederbachem
4.0 (1)·Moderate·8.1 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hr
Popular hike in the Rhineland Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. The Wachtberger Roemerweg runs from the Wachtberger memorial to Niederbachem. You can stop at a restaurant here before heading back. A black 2 in a black square on a white background with the text "Wachtberg Roemerweg" shows the way. Highlights of the hike: - Odenhausen Castle - Daechselberg/Liessem Berg nature reserve
#7 - Wachtberg Loop
3.2 (4)·Moderate·7.4 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hr
Beautiful loop around Berkum in North Rhine-Westphalia. In the south of Wachtberg, this hiking trail runs around the neighboring community of Berkum. First around the Wachtberg and finally further on forest and field paths, it goes past the castle Odenhausen and along the Goldbach. The parking lot at the Wachtberg is the starting point, but the route can also be started in Berkum. Highlights: - Odenhausen Castle - Shady forest paths and field paths - receiver facility of the Frauenhofer...
#8 - Zwischen Holzer und Beckum auf den Wachtberg
3.0 (2)·Moderate·5.3 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hr
Highlights of the hike: - Berkum Church - Wasserburg Odenhausen - Wachtberg Memorial - Wachtberg - Nepomuk Chapel (Raafkapelle) - Oelbach - radome - Hohenberg - Berkum stream
#9 - Villiprott: Rund um Villip
3.0 (1)·Moderate·8.6 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hr
#10 - Villip - Berkum - Adendorf
Moderate·8.6 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the longest historic site trail in Wachtberg?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest historic site trail in Wachtberg is Rund um Wachtberg. This trail is estimated to be 25.1 mi long.

Which historic site trail has the most elevation gain in Wachtberg?

Wachtberg: With an ascent of 3,051 ft, Rund um Wachtberg has the most elevation gain of all of the historic site trails in the area. The next highest ascent for historic site trails is Auf der Feuerroute von Rodderberg nach Berkum with 1,774 ft of elevation gain.