Best historic site trails in Gerolstein
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Explore the most popular historic site trails near Gerolstein 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 (118)·Moderate·4.9 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular circular hiking trail in the Vulkaneifel Nature and Geopark, Rhineland-Palatinate. The Gerolsteiner Felsenpfad is one of the Vulkaneifel trails and forms the northern section of the Gerolsteiner-Dolomiten-Acht. As you hike along very natural forest paths lined with mighty rock formations, there are always great views over the Volcanic Eifel and Gerolstein. The Gerolstein Dolomites, as the rock formations of the Gerolstein limestone basin are collectively known, date back to a shallow...
- 4.5 (49)·Moderate·4.6 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular hike in the Vulkaneifel Nature Park, Rhineland-Palatinate. This hiking trail, which is characterized by castles and caves, leads from the “Unter den Dolomiten” car park past Munterley and Buchenlochhoehle to Kasselburg and back via Hustley. Highlights of the hike: - Munterley - Hustley - Beech Hole Cave - Kasselburg
- 4.6 (36)·Moderate·3.3 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrA wonderful tour, also suitable for children. Parking is cheap (€ 1 per day) in the large car park near the train station. Once you have overcome the incline in the direction of Gerolstein, you can expect a great view of fields. The streets can no longer be heard. We recommend taking a break at the Juddekirchhof with a view of the fields. The Buchenlochhöhle cave is not very big, but it is nice to explore with a torch.
- 4.4 (44)·Moderate·5.5 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrOfficial hiking trail through forest areas near Gerolstein in Rhineland-Palatinate The circular route runs through the forest area southeast of Gerolstein. This path offers views of the Lion Castle and the Dietzenley tower. The path symbol is a yellow sign with a stylized maar and a green frame. The texts are "Vulkaneifel-Pfade" and Gerolsteiner Keltenpfad ". Highlights: - View of the Löwenburg - Gerolstein Castle - View from Dietzenley Tower
- 4.4 (39)·Hard·15.2 mi·Est. 7.5–8.5 hrThis route is stage 10 of the Eifelsteig, a long-distance trail through North Rhine-Westphalia and Rhineland-Palatinate. This specific section starts in Gerolstein and ends in Daun. The path leads from the Helenenquelle spring up to the Löwenburg ruins and over the 618-meter-high Dietzenley with its observation tower. Hikers pass the village of Neroth and ascend the 652-meter-high Nerother Kopf, characterized by ancient tree roots and volcanic craters, before reaching the stage destination of...
- 4.2 (19)·Hard·11.4 mi·Est. 6–6.5 hrBeautiful hiking trail around Gerolstein in Rhineland-Palatinate From Gerolstein, this hiking trail leads south to the Dietzenlay basalt plateau and then via Gees - past the Kyll river and the Kasselburg animal park - to the Munterley, which towers over Gerolstein. Highlights: - Hiking along the River Kyll - Gerolstein Castle - View from the basalt plateau Dietzenley - Eagle and Wolf Park Kasselburg
- 4.2 (20)·Moderate·6.5 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrRocky circular hiking trail along the Gerolsteiner Dolomites in Rhineland-Palatinate There are refreshment stops along the route and it is easily accessible by bus and train. Highlights: - numerous rock formations - Celto-Roman cult site "Juddekirchhof" - View of Munterley and the Auberg
- 4.9 (4)·Moderate·26.1 mi·Est. 10.5–11.5 hrStage 2 of the Kylltal cycle path: "Sizzling springs and mysterious sagas". At the start of this sportier stage, which leads from Gerolstein to Bitburg-Erdorf, a refreshing sip from the Helenenquelle is a good choice. At Birresborn, the route has a first highlight: the adventure loop around Kopp leads to the 200-year-old pines "Adam and Eve" and the ice and millstone caves. It is said that the caves used to be used as “natural refrigerators”, as they can sometimes be cold until spring. Back...
- Hard·30.7 mi·Est. 14.5–16 hrNice 2 day hike from Gerolstein to Kyllburg. Start at Gerolstein train station. Day's stage to Erntehof -25km- (guesthouse + guest house) or to St. Thomas -30km- (guesthouse Schmitz, no restaurant in town! But delicious dinner in guesthouse) or departure via the train station. The next day to Kyllburg there via Wilseker in the Kyllschleife back to Kyllburg. Take enough food and drink with you. Route from "Eifel multi-day tours" there incorrect information on the 1st map and the route lengths.
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest historic site trail in Gerolstein?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest historic site trail in Gerolstein is Gerolstein - Kyllburg inklusive Kyllschleife. This trail is estimated to be 30.7 mi long.
Which historic site trail has the most elevation gain in Gerolstein?
Gerolstein: With an ascent of 4,977 ft, Gerolstein - Kyllburg inklusive Kyllschleife has the most elevation gain of all of the historic site trails in the area. The next highest ascent for historic site trails is Eifelsteig Stage 10: Gerolstein - Daun with 3,008 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult historic site trail in Gerolstein?
The most popular and difficult historic site trail in Gerolstein is Eifelsteig Stage 10: Gerolstein - Daun with a 4.4-star rating from 39 reviews.