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Best hard trails in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park

Best hard 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 - Water Landscape Route

    4.6 (244)·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...

  2. #2 - Monschau Monastery Route

    4.6 (173)·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...

  3. #3 - Eifelsteig Stage 3: Monschau - Einruhr

    4.5 (95)·Hard·15.3 mi·Est. 7.5–8.5 hr
    This route is stage 3 of the Eifelsteig, a premium long-distance trail through the Eifel region. This specific section starts in the historic cloth-making town of Monschau and ends in Einruhr on the Obersee lake. The path leads from picturesque half-timbered alleys up to the Kierberg viewpoint and continues along the Perlenbach Reservoir to Monschau-Höfen. A unique feature of this area is the house-high beech hedges, traditionally used as windbreaks. The trail then follows the winding course...

  4. #4 - Rursee Loop

    4.5 (132)·Hard·16.3 mi·Est. 7–7.5 hr
    Popular loop hike in the Eifel National Park, North Rhine-Westphalia This route in the Eifel National Park leads around the Rurstausee and always provides wonderful views of the lake and the surrounding Eifel landscape. On the way, it crosses three dams, including the 480 m long "Rurtalsperre Schwammenauel" dam, which is one of the largest dams in Germany. There are overnight accommodations and refreshment stops in Rurberg. Highlights of the hike: - Rursee - Rurtalsperre - wonderful views...

  5. #5 - Rurberg-Wollseifen Loop

    4.5 (73)·Hard·11 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hr
    Panoramic loop in the Eifel National Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. This marvellous hike is quite long, but apart from a few steep climbs, it is easy to master with a medium level of fitness. Along the way, the beautiful landscape of the Dreiborn plateau and the lakeside paths along the Obersee lake can be enjoyed. There are always benches to rest and eat at for a picnic. There are refreshment stops in Rurberg, at the Urft dam and in Einruhr. The hike can also be walked in a clockwise...

  6. #6 - Eifelsteig Stage 4: Einruhr - Gemünd

    4.6 (74)·Hard·13.5 mi·Est. 6.5–7 hr
    This route is stage 4 of the Eifelsteig, a long-distance trail through North Rhine-Westphalia and Rhineland-Palatinate. This specific section starts in Einruhr and ends in Gemünd. The path leads along the steep slopes of the Obersee lake up to the Dreiborn Plateau, passing through the historic Vogelsang IP site and the ghost village of Wollseifen. Hikers enjoy vast panoramic views over the Eifel National Park before descending into the valley town of Gemünd. Overnight stays are available...

  7. #7 - Wilderness Trail Stage 2: Einruhr - Gemünd

    4.6 (37)·Hard·12.1 mi·Est. 6–6.5 hr
    Panoramic, second section of the Wildnistrail long-distance hiking trail near Gemünd in the Eifel, North Rhine-Westphalia. The Wildnistrail ("wilderness trail")is a four-stage hike across the national park from Höfen to Zerkall. This route is the 2nd section between Einruhr and Gemünd. A visit to the Vogelsang Visitor Centre is recommended along the way. There, certified speakers provide information about the military past of the site. From the Eifel View Station Modenhübel, the unrivalled...

  8. #8 - Schwammenauel - Urfttal Dam

    4.4 (65)·Hard·10.3 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hr
    Scenic loop twice over the Kermeter and to the Urftsee in the Eifel National Park. It starts at the hiking car park in Büdenbach. The mountainous hike leads almost exclusively through shady forests, with long ascents and descents, which are always worthwhile because of the great views. This is especially true on summer days, when the glittering lakes and the vibrant green of the forest complement each other beautifully. It goes over the forest-covered ridge of Kermeter and then over its...

  9. #9 - Einruht - Urfttalsperre - Ruhrberg

    4.6 (40)·Hard·10.8 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hr
    Picturesque hiking trail with great views in the Eifel National Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. Great loop that starts in Einruhr. Parking spaces and a bus stop are available. A special highlight on the tour is the great Obersee. Swimming is prohibited in the Obersee. If you want to swim, there is an integrated natural adventure pool in Einruhr. Highlights of the tour: - Local flora and fauna - Beautiful natural landscapes - Pretty prospects - Rur, Ober and Urft reservoirs - Eifel National Park

  10. #10 - Von Heimbach über Vogelsang zur Urfter Staumauer

    4.5 (38)·Hard·15.2 mi·Est. 7.5–8.5 hr
    Great view hiking loop where you get to see Urft Dam and Vogelsang historic site. Either direction is great and both the Urft Dam and Vogelsang have restaurants you can stop at to have a drink and some food. Paths are clearly marked and well maintained. Some sections have shade and others are in the sun. Great day long hiking trip!
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