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Best trails in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park

Best trails in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park

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The High Fens-Eifel Nature Park runs along the German-Belgian border. The German part is also known as the North Eifel Nature Park. North Rhine-Westphalia's only national park, the Eifel National Park, is located in the middle of the nature park.

The natural diversity of the park never ceases to amaze visitors. The upland moor in the Belgian "High Fens", rivers, streams and 15 lakes and reservoirs, the colorful biodiversity in the Limestone Eifel, wide and forested mountain heights of the High Eifel and the foothills of the Volcanic Eifel are just some of the highlights of the nature park.

Top sights

Rur
Rur
River
Ehrensteinsley
Ehrensteinsley
Peak
Das Stadtgespräch
Das Stadtgespräch
Spring
Hirschley
Hirschley
Picnic site
Obersee
Obersee
Reservoir
Taucherbucht
Taucherbucht
Bay

Top trails

  1. #1 - Bird Watching Loop: From Vogelsang over the Urftseebrücke

    4.4 (457)·Moderate·7.9 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hr
    Popular loop in the Eifel National Park, North Rhine-Westphalia This route, which is part of the "Tippeltouren Eifel", begins at Vogelsang Castle, where hikers interested in history like to take a look around. From there it leads to the Dreiborn plateau, which offers wonderful panoramic views of the nature of the national park. From there it goes down and a bit through the forest to the Urfttalsperre and along the lake back to the starting point. There is a restaurant at the visitor center...

  2. #2 - Urft Dam and Hirschley

    4.6 (393)·Moderate·6.5 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hr
    Scenic loop in the Eifel National Park, North Rhine-Westphalia This beautiful Eifel hike can be walked in both directions. No matter which direction, one of the most beautiful vantage points in North Rhine-Westphalia awaits! The hike begins at the car park at the Rurberg pumping station, near Paulushofdamm. The dam is crossed and then it goes either to the left steeply up into the forest and to the Hirschley viewpoint or to the right along the banks of the Urft to the Urfttalsperre and from...

  3. #3 - Monschau Rur Valley Loop 35

    4.5 (374)·Moderate·5 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hr
    Scenic hike in Monschau, North Rhine-Westphalia. On this route, hikers experience in an impressive way how, in Monschau, town and nature form a harmonious, seamlessly merging unit. Let's start at the Burgau multi-story car park in Monschau. The path is marked with the number 35 and leads through the idyllic Rur valley. Here you can enjoy the views of the former cloth-making town, often referred to as the "Pearl of the Eifel" or "Rhenish Rothenburg". Highlights of the route: - Beautiful...

  4. #4 - Water Landscape Route

    4.6 (245)·Hard·10.5 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hr
    Popular loop route in the Eifel National Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. This scenic tour is all about the water. The starting point is in Einruhr, and it goes through the lush deciduous forests near the banks of the Obersee. After crossing the impressive Urftsee dam, the path runs along the banks of the Obersee in the direction of Rurberg. After crossing the Paulushofdamm, there are cafés and a snack bar in the village. On the lake's western shore, it then returns to Einruhr. If the whole...

  5. #5 - Monschau and Perlenbach Dam

    4.6 (158)·Moderate·7.1 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hr
    Idyllic and scenic loop near Monschau in North Rhine-Westphalia. This idyllic and very varied loop starts at the large Burgau parking lot in Monschau and first leads onto the Eifelsteig trail and, from there, towards Teufelsley and Engelsley. Here, the beautiful views of the valley can be enjoyed. The route then follows hiking trail no—55 to the Perlenbach dam. You return to the starting point of the tour via the Klosterweg. Monschau Castle can optionally be visited at the start or end of...

  6. #6 - Wilder Kermeter and Hirschley

    4.5 (207)·Moderate·5.7 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hr
    Panoramic hike in the Eifel National Park, North Rhine-Westphalia The loop leads through the Wilder Kermeter and to the popular Hirschley vantage point, from where you can enjoy wonderful views of the Eifel landscape. If you take some provisions with you, you can also enjoy a picnic with the beautiful view. Highlights: - Hirschley viewpoint - Wild trail near route - Viewpoint "View of Urftsee"

  7. #7 - Monschau Loop

    4.4 (161)·Moderate·1.5 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hr
    Family-friendly hike in Monschau, North Rhine-Westphalia. On this tour, Monschau shows an unknown side. The slopes on both sides of the Rur are an ideal complement to the walk through the winding alleyways of the old town and an extraordinary experience. Located in the Rur valley, the old town of Monschau is a treasure chest filled with historic buildings, quaint streets and alleyways, romantic corners and impressive viewpoints. Highlights of the route: - Beautiful natural landscapes -...

  8. #8 - Monschau Monastery Route

    4.6 (172)·Hard·13.9 mi·Est. 6–7 hr
    Varied hiking excursion in Monschau, North Rhine-Westphalia. The monastery route fascinates with its extraordinary variety. Landscape landmarks such as the imposing rock of the Ehrensteinsley, the wild and romantic Rur valley, species-rich forest passages, the spacious pastureland around Kalterherberg with old rows of beech trees and hawthorn hedges and the Perlenbachtalsperre guarantee a varied landscape enjoyment. Flower and plant species typical of the different habitats line the path. An...

  9. #9 - Zuschauerwanderung

    4.7 (146)·Moderate·8.7 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hr
    Varied hiking and running tour in the Eifel National Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. A beautiful loop through the forest and across the open landscape of the Dreiborn plateau. There are well signposted paths on the Dreiborn plateau. The site was formerly used as a military training area and hiking is only permitted on approved paths. The view of the lakes and the abandoned village of Wollseifen is particularly beautiful. Highlights of the tour: - Dreiborn plateau - Urft Dam - Abandoned...

  10. #10 - Nationalpark auf einen Blick

    4.6 (89)·Easy·3 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hr
    Popular hiking route in the Eifel National Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. This short tour begins at the Rurberg National Park gate and leads over the dam, along the Obersee and Urft into the magnificent low mountain range landscape of the Eifel National Park. That's where the wilderness of tomorrow comes into being. The concept of the national park envisages such zones in which man no longer interferes with nature. Accompanied by oak trees, it's quite a steep climb up a sunny mountain slope....
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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to hike in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park?

According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park is Bird Watching Loop: From Vogelsang over the Urftseebrücke, which has a 4.4 star rating from 457 reviews. This trail is 7.9 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,371 ft.

What is the longest trail in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park is Eifelsteig [CLOSED]. This trail is estimated to be 192.5 mi long.

How many trails are in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park?

There are 928 trails in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park.These trails have an average 4.1-star ratingfrom NaN AllTrails community reviews.

Which trail has the most elevation gain in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park?

Eifelsteig [CLOSED] has the most elevation gain with 30,242 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Hellenthal: Tour 2, which has 18,454 ft of elevation gain.

Are there camping trails available in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 224 camping trails in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park and the most popular is Bird Watching Loop: From Vogelsang over the Urftseebrücke with an average 4.4 star rating from 457 community reviews.

Are there running trails available in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 177 running trails in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park and the most popular is Bird Watching Loop: From Vogelsang over the Urftseebrücke with an average 4.4 star rating from 457 community reviews.

Are there biking trails available in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 89 biking trails in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park and the most popular is Vennbahn Cycle Path Stage 1: Lammersdorf to Aachen with an average 4.6 star rating from 19 community reviews.

Are there any trails with scenic mountain peak views in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park?

Yes, there are 324 trails with scenic mountain peak views in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park, including Urft Dam and Hirschley, Wilder Kermeter and Hirschley, Monschau Loop, Monschau Monastery Route, and Romantic Roer Valley: On the Road in Monschau.

Are there any trails with waterfalls in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park?

Are there any trails with volcano viewpoints in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park?

Yes, there are 2 trails with volcano viewpoints in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park, including Geo loop trail Steffeln and Von Steffeln zum Eichholzmaar.

Are there any trails with archaeological sites in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park?

Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park?

Yes, there are 246 trails with scenic viewpoints in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park, including Bird Watching Loop: From Vogelsang over the Urftseebrücke, Water Landscape Route, Monschau and Perlenbach Dam, Wilder Kermeter and Hirschley, and Monschau Loop.

Are there any trails with springs in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park?

Yes, there are 95 trails with springs in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park, including Urft Dam and Hirschley, Wilder Kermeter and Hirschley, Heimbach Reservoir, Beech Halls and Oak Slopes, and "Wilden Kermeter" Loop.

Are there any trails with picnic areas in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park?

Yes, there are 93 trails with picnic areas in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park, including Urft Dam and Hirschley, Wilder Kermeter and Hirschley, Beech Halls and Oak Slopes, "Wilden Kermeter" Loop, and Wilder Kermeter - Urftsee - Hirschley.

Are there any trails with historical monuments in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park?

Yes, there are 16 trails with historical monuments in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park, including Eifel loop castle view, EifelSchleife Eselsberg, Loop trail "With 100 around Bad Muenstereifel", Steckenborn Dorfrundgang, and EifelSchleife Ursprünge Blankenheims.

Are there any trails with historical ruins in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park?

Yes, there are 119 trails with historical ruins in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park, including Bird Watching Loop: From Vogelsang over the Urftseebrücke, Urft Dam and Hirschley, Water Landscape Route, Monschau and Perlenbach Dam, and Nationalpark auf einen Blick.

Are there any trails with huts in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park?

Are there any trails with castles in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park?

Yes, there are 214 trails with castles in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park, including Monschau Rur Valley Loop 35, Monschau and Perlenbach Dam, Monschau Loop, Monschau Monastery Route, and Heimbach Reservoir.

Are there any trails with weather shelters in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park?

Yes, there are 110 trails with weather shelters in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park, including Water Landscape Route, Monschau Monastery Route, Romantic Roer Valley: On the Road in Monschau, Monschau - Perlenbach Dam Loop, and Beech Halls and Oak Slopes.

Are there any trails with dams in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park?

Yes, there are 63 trails with dams in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park, including Urft Dam and Hirschley, Water Landscape Route, Nationalpark auf einen Blick, Rursee Loop, and Rurberg-Wollseifen Loop.

Are there any trails with ponds in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park?

Are there any trails with lakes in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park?

Are there any trails with cliffs in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park?

Are there any trails with rivers in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park?

Yes, there are 54 trails with rivers in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park, including EifelSchleife Burg Satzvey, Schönecker Switzerland Loop, Oleftal Dam Loop, Rur-Olef-Route, and Hochwildpark Rheinland und Katzensteine.

Are there any trails with caves in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park?

Are there any trails with bays in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park?

Yes, there are 9 trails with bays in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park, including Rursee Loop, Rursee: Nice View, Rurtalsperre and Obersee, Four Lakes, and MTB Tour: Vogelsang - Rurtalsperre - Einruhr.

Are there any trails with wilderness hides or viewing shelters in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park?

Yes, there are 8 trails with wilderness hides or viewing shelters in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park, including Wüstung mit Weitblick, Der Wadenbeißer, Erkensruhr - Dreiborn - Dreiborn Plateau, Die Dreiborner Hochfläche in der Nussschale, and Dreiborner Hochfläche.

Are there any trails with beaches in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park?

Are there any trails with bird hides or bird blinds in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park?

Yes, there is one trail with a bird hide or bird blind in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park: Kronenburg - Bütgenbacher See - Schwalenbach.

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