Best forest trails in Herdorf
3.5(14 reviews)
Explore the most popular forest trails near Herdorf 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
- 3.5 (4)·Moderate·6.1 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrBeautiful circular hiking trail in the west of Herdorf, Rhineland-Palatinate This hike leads from the west of Herdorf through the surrounding valleys and low mountain ranges. In summer you can marvel at paragliders in the valley of Heller. Highlights: - Hiking in the valley of the Heller - beautiful views - Herdorf city park
- 3.5 (5)·Moderate·8.4 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrStage 2 of the "Druidensteig" long-distance hiking trail, Rhineland-Palatinate. The second stage of the Druidensteig quality trail starts in Herdorf and ends after around 13 km in Daaden. This hike is all about the history of mining in the region. You pass almost half a dozen mines, including the pits "Random Glück" and "Friedrich-Wilhelm" as well as the Mahlscheid dump, which today is a nature reserve for rare animals and plants. When you arrive in Daaden, you can learn all kinds of...
- 4.0 (1)·Moderate·8.6 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrThis route starts in Herdorf and explores the hills and forests to the south of the city. It's a pleasant hike that offers some views of the area. It is good for trail running or an easy hike. It first leads past the Igelshahnspitze. Then he crosses the road, crosses the Sottersbachtal and the Malscheid nature reserve (but not near the lake) and then returns.
- 3.0 (1)·Hard·11.8 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hrThis hike begins at Sassenroth train station. It leads through the hilly forests to the Hohenseelbachskopf, where the building and the restaurant are located. On the way there (and back) you pass the Kahlen-Berg. There are some spots with good views, but most of the hike is through the forest.
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest forest trail in Herdorf?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Herdorf is Sassenroth - Hohenseelbachskopf. This trail is estimated to be 11.8 mi long.
Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Herdorf?
Herdorf: With an ascent of 1,925 ft, Druidensteig Etappe 2: Herdorf - Daaden has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is Sassenroth - Hohenseelbachskopf with 1,902 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult forest trail in Herdorf?
The most popular and difficult forest trail in Herdorf is Sassenroth - Hohenseelbachskopf with a 3.0-star rating from 1 reviews.