Best river trails in Mayen
3.9(54 reviews)
Explore the most popular river trails near Mayen 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
- 4.2 (34)·Hard·9.2 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrCertified premium hiking trail to Bürresheim Castle near Mayen, Rhineland-Palatinate. The Traumpfad Förstersteig is a certified premium hiking trail. This trail offers plenty of variety with wonderful panoramic views. Halfway along the route, you will come across Bürresheim Castle, which can also be visited. It offers deep insights into the life of the nobility between the 15th and 20th centuries. Highlights: - Bürresheim Castle - Ettringen basalt quarry - View of the Nette valley
- 4.4 (6)·Moderate·6 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPanoramic hiking trail through the Nettetal to the Bürresheimblick, Rhineland-Palatinate. The town of Mayen is the starting and end point of this circular hike to the impressive Bürresheim view. Bürresheim Castle rises up on a ridge and offers a magnificent view. The path is made up of beautiful forest paths in the Nettetal and the river that gives it its name. Highlights: - local flora and fauna - Nettal - Bürresheim view
- 3.8 (5)·Moderate·7.7 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrWooded hike from the Mayen city center. This hike leads from the center of Mayen out into the wooded areas to the west of the city. Here it goes on mostly well-developed forest paths to the Mayen climbing forest, which is just before Kürrenberg. The climbing forest provides some variety along the route and is great for a family outing.
- 3.2 (3)·Easy·2.7 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrLeisurely walk to the Eiterbach. The short circular hiking trail begins in Mayen at the Mayen West train station. From here it leads first to the Eiterbach and finally back to the old town of Mayen. A short detour via the Mayen weekly market, to Genovevaburg and the Obertor is recommended here. In the Genovevaburg is the - Eifelmuseum with the exhibition EifelTotal and German slate mine.
- 2.6 (2)·Hard·23.9 mi·Est. 10.5–11.5 hrBeautiful multi-day river hiking route from Mayen to Neuwied in Rhineland-Palatinate This official hiking trail leads on varied hiking trails along the river Nette from Mayen to Neuwied via the villages of Ochteending and Plaidt. Due to its length, this hiking trail is more suitable as a multi-day tour with overnight stays in Ochtendeung. Highlights: - beautiful river panoramas - Volcano Park Center - Roman fortifications
- Hard·127.8 mi·Est. 24 hr+Deep valleys and volcanic ridges characterize this challenging cycle tour through the Eifel. Starting in Mayen, the route leads along asphalted public roads and special paths through a landscape shaped by ancient geological activity. The terrain offers a smooth surface, with constant steep climbs and fast descents demanding physical endurance. A high level of endurance is required to complete the total distance of this marathon route. This route offers a comprehensive view of the villages and...
- Hard·93.9 mi·Est. 24 hr+This long-distance road bike route takes cyclists deep into the Volcanic Eifel and begins and ends in the historic town of Mayen. The ride winds through a landscape of rolling hills, wide plateaus and deep river valleys typical of Rhineland-Palatinate. You can expect a mixture of quiet country roads and paved paths that offer sweeping views of the surrounding mountains and forests. A highlight of the region is Mayen itself, known as the "Gateway to the Eifel", with the impressive Genoveva...
- Moderate·46.3 mi·Est. 20–22 hrOfficial permanent of the RSC Eifelland Mayen e.V. (rideable all year round, 2 BDR points). Further details from the organizer: https://www.rsc-mayen.de/ From the starting point in Mayen, the third RSC Eifelland Mayen permanent route initially runs at ground level along the Maifeld cycle path via Polch and Mertloch to Naunheim. Here you follow the country road to Pillig and Möntenich, and a short time later you take a wooded serpentine descent from the Windhäuserhöfe farms to the Moselle in...
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest river trail in Mayen?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest river trail in Mayen is Mayen Cycling Marathon - 206 km (Official Route). This trail is estimated to be 127.8 mi long.
Which river trail has the most elevation gain in Mayen?
Mayen: With an ascent of 16,515 ft, Mayen Cycling Marathon - 206 km (Official Route) has the most elevation gain of all of the river trails in the area. The next highest ascent for river trails is RTF Mayen - 152 KM (Official route) with 12,713 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult river trail in Mayen?
The most popular and difficult river trail in Mayen is Förstersteig with a 4.2-star rating from 34 reviews.