Best forest trails in Schalkenbach

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Explore the most popular forest trails near Schalkenbach 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

#1 - Rund um Schalkenbach
4.7 (3)·Moderate·5.3 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hr
--- Refreshments Accessible by bus and train
#2 - Köhler und Loheweg (kurze Variante ab Schalkenbach)
4.7 (3)·Moderate·7.8 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hr
Natural Eifel hike near Schalkenbach in North Rhine-Westphalia This beautiful circular route conveys historical knowledge, ecological connections and a direct experience of nature through numerous information boards and adventure points. The tour takes you through Schalkenbach and Untervinxt. Along the way you can read a lot about how charcoal kilns were built and operated and how charcoal was produced in them. You will learn how the Romans mined and smelted iron ore. From the juniper heath...
#3 - Über die Höhen des Vinxtbachtals
Hard·10.8 mi·Est. 5.5–6.5 hr
--- Refreshments Accessible by bus and train

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Frequently asked questions

What is the longest forest trail in Schalkenbach?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Schalkenbach is Über die Höhen des Vinxtbachtals. This trail is estimated to be 10.8 mi long.

Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Schalkenbach?

Schalkenbach: With an ascent of 2,257 ft, Über die Höhen des Vinxtbachtals has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is Köhler und Loheweg (kurze Variante ab Schalkenbach) with 1,410 ft of elevation gain.