Best forest trails in Wirft
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Explore the most popular forest trails near Wirft 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
- 3.7 (8)·Moderate·8.6 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrIdyllic and panoramic hike through the Ahr valley in Rhineland-Palatinate This route leads through the Upper Ahr-Hocheifel nature conservation project. Fantastic views and idyllic meadows await you. Special highlights on this route are the Kirmutscheider Chapel at the starting point and the view of the once mighty Nürburg castle ruins. Highlights: - Hiking along the Roßbach - Panoramic view of villages - Beautiful forest paths
- 4.2 (2)·Moderate·9 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrThe circular route begins at the parish church of St. Wendelins in Kirmutscheid, which was built in the 13th century. Along the Wirftbach, the path leads to Witt and the Dreimüllerhof in the direction of Barweiler Mühle. The climb up to the pilgrimage site of Barweiler began through mixed and fir forests. You walk through the idyllic village with a view of the pilgrimage church of St. Gertrud, along the Way of the Cross to the “Hömmerich” viewpoint. From here, you will be rewarded with great...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest forest trail in Wirft?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Wirft is Wirftbach-Schleife. This trail is estimated to be 9.0 mi long.
Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Wirft?
Wirft: With an ascent of 1,056 ft, Wirftbach-Schleife has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is Dörferblick Schleife - Extratour zum AhrSteig with 866 ft of elevation gain.