Best lake trails in Wuppertal
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Explore the most popular lake trails near Wuppertal with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
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- 4.4 (58)·Moderate·6 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPicturesque and scenic hike in the Bergisches Land Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. This is a beautiful hiking trail that leads through the Bergisches Land Nature Park. The route starts at the Gelpetal hiking parking lot and follows the Geipel to the south. It returns via Westen and Heidt along the idyllic forest paths of the Saalscheid. A particular highlight of the tour is the Ronsdorf reservoir. Highlights: - Local flora and fauna - Beautiful natural landscapes - Ronsdorf reservoir
- 4.2 (27)·Moderate·4.8 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrCharming and promising hiking tour in the Bergisches Land nature park, North Rhine-Westphalia. Start and end are at the Kohlfurth car park, where you can also easily travel by public transport. Many small streams and ponds will accompany you on this round. Highlights of the tour: - Refreshments available - Accessible by bus and train - Nice views - Local flora and fauna - Idyllic natural landscapes
- 3.8 (24)·Easy·2.9 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrCharming and promising nature excursion near Wuppertal, North Rhine-Westphalia. Beautiful circular route around the Wupper and the highlight, the Beyenburg reservoir. The tour can be used in many ways (walking, running) and offers many fantastic views. Highlights of the tour: - Local flora and fauna - Beautiful natural landscapes - Fantastic views of and around the Beyenburg reservoir
- 4.0 (18)·Hard·17.9 mi·Est. 8.5–9 hrVaried mountain bike and hiking tour in the Belgisches Land nature park, North Rhine-Westphalia. Whether by bike or on foot, the circular route through the Burgholz is worth a visit. Highlights of the tour: - Beautiful views - Local flora and fauna - Varied natural landscapes - Refreshments available
- 4.3 (13)·Hard·13 mi·Est. 6.5–7.5 hrPromising and diverse hiking and cycling tour in Vohwinkel near Wuppertal, North Rhine-Westphalia. Start and finish are at the parking lot at the Eugen-Langen Comprehensive School. You can also arrive by bus and start the tour at a different point. This is a beautiful excursion that leads, among other things, through the Steinbachtal nature reserve with Teufelsklippen. Highlights of the tour: - Beautiful views - Local flora and fauna - Pretty natural landscapes
- 4.4 (23)·Easy·3 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrIdyllic hiking trail with great views near Wuppertal, North Rhine-Westphalia. This is a nice excursion that offers a lot of variety. Highlights of the tour: - Pretty prospects - Local flora and fauna - Beautiful and varied natural landscapes - Steinbachtal with devil cliffs - Accessible by bus
- 5.0 (8)·Moderate·4.3 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular loop trail in the Bergisches Land nature park, North Rhine-Westphalia. Beautiful forest trails along idyllic waters make this hike a natural, relaxing experience. A man-made attraction is the Ronsdorf reservoir, whose dam wall, built in 1898, is crossed on the way back. The route is also suitable for dogs, but they must be kept on a leash within the nature reserve. Highlights of the hike: - Gelpe-Saalbach nature reserve - Ronsdorf reservoir - quiet forest trails
- 5.0 (7)·Moderate·5.8 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrVaried loop from Stall around the Rhonsdorfer Talsperre dam, North Rhine-Westphalia. The loop starts at the Talsperrenstraße hiking parking lot and leads through Holthausen into the Gelpetal valley, past Käshammer and Haus Zillertal. From there, it returns to the dam with a detour to the historic village of Heidt. The route offers a great forest experience, leading through Eimholz, along Gelpe and Saalbach with former cottages and hammers. Several beautiful viewpoints with views of...
- 4.0 (1)·Hard·33.3 mi·Est. 14.5–15.5 hrBy bike, transporter ferry, cable car and suspension railway through the Bergisches Land: The route starts at the parking lot of the Mirk train station in Wuppertal. From there it goes on different routes, direction Gräfrath and Solingen. A short detour from the bike path to the tranquil town of Gräfrath offers a short break in the ice cream parlor or in the coffee house. After Solingen there is a long, wooded descent to the Müngstener Brückenpark. There you take the transporter ferry and...
- 3.8 (10)·Moderate·5.9 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrIdyllic and charming hiking tour in Laaken near Wuppertal in North Rhine-Westphalia. Very nice hiking trail that leads through an idyllic forest. A particular highlight of the tour is the Herringhauser Bachtal and dam. Highlights of the tour: - Shady forest paths - Local flora and fauna - Beautiful natural landscapes - Pretty prospects
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest lake trail in Wuppertal?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest lake trail in Wuppertal is RTF Zwischen Ruhr und Wupper – 112er Runde. This trail is estimated to be 70.3 mi long.
Which lake trail has the most elevation gain in Wuppertal?
Wuppertal: With an ascent of 8,546 ft, RTF Zwischen Ruhr und Wupper – 112er Runde has the most elevation gain of all of the lake trails in the area. The next highest ascent for lake trails is Wuppertal Ronsdorf - Oberbarmen with 6,820 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult lake trail in Wuppertal?
The most popular and difficult lake trail in Wuppertal is Staatsforst Burgholz - Cronenberg with a 4.0-star rating from 18 reviews.
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- Oberer Mannesteich
- Rheinbachteiche
- Staumauer Ronsdorfer Talsperre
- Wupper
- Schutzhütte am Wuppertaler Rundweg
- Toelleturm
- Rittergut Schöller
- Evangelische Kirche Schöller
- Marienkapelle / Bergfried
- Burggrafenberg
- Adelenblick
- Kreuzherrenkloster Steinhaus
- Landwehr
- Kaiser-Wilhelm-Höhe
- Schwebebahnzug BR1972
- Engelnberg
- Herbringhauser Talsperre
- Steingarten The Wall am Loh
- Ringwallanlage Burggraben
- Paulsberg