Best backpacking trails in Trier
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Explore the most popular backpacking trails near Trier 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
- 4.3 (36)·Hard·12.4 mi·Est. 6–6.5 hrThis route follows stage 5 of the Moselsteig, connecting the Roman city of Trier with Schweich on a particularly scenic section. The hike begins with a spectacular cliff path directly along the ridge, offering sweeping panoramic views of Trier's ancient monuments and the winding Moselle Valley. As the trail continues, it leads through lovely forests, past blooming meadows, and alongside idyllic orchards before finally reaching Schweich on the Roman Wine Route (Römische Weinstraße). Overnight...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest backpacking trail in Trier?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest backpacking trail in Trier is Trier und Mehring. This trail is estimated to be 19.5 mi long.
Which backpacking trail has the most elevation gain in Trier?
Trier: With an ascent of 3,428 ft, Trier und Mehring has the most elevation gain of all of the backpacking trails in the area. The next highest ascent for backpacking trails is Moselsteig Stage 5: Trier - Schweich with 2,112 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult backpacking trail in Trier?
The most popular and difficult backpacking trail in Trier is Moselsteig Stage 5: Trier - Schweich with a 4.3-star rating from 36 reviews.
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Activities
Attractions
Points of interest
- Sirzenicher Wasserfall
- Mariensäule
- Markuskapelle
- Weisshaus-Brunnen
- Porta Nigra
- Rotes Haus
- Römerbrücke
- Alter Moselkran
- Konstantinbasilika
- Electoral Palace
- Eifelkreuz / Dicke Buche
- Weisshaus
- Thermen am Viehmarkt
- Ausgrabungen römische Kirchenanlage
- Historische Siedlung Zurlauben
- Zewener Turm
- Barbarathermen
- Heidenstuben
- Xiamen-Garten
- Aussichtspunkt Petrisberg