Best long trails in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park
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.
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- 4.4 (457)·Moderate·7.9 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrPopular 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...
- 4.6 (393)·Moderate·6.5 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrScenic 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...
- 4.6 (244)·Hard·10.5 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrPopular 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...
- 4.6 (159)·Moderate·7.1 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrIdyllic 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...
- 4.6 (173)·Hard·13.9 mi·Est. 6–7 hrVaried 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...
- 4.7 (147)·Moderate·8.7 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrVaried 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...
- 4.5 (114)·Moderate·8.5 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrBeautiful loop near Monschau in North Rhine-Westphalia This interesting route is a great combination of nature and history. It starts in Monschau and heads south along the Perlenbach stream to the Perlenbach dam. Spectacular rock formations such as Teufelsley, Engelsley, Bromelsley and Pferdeley await along the way. In Monschau, the castle can be visited and then stop off can be made at one of the many restaurants. It is possible to park in the multi-storey car park at the starting point or...
- 4.2 (139)·Moderate·8.5 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrPanoramic hiking tour in Heimbach, North Rhine-Westphalia. On this route you can marvel at the most beautiful sides of the Kermeter while being in the midst of a landscape of forest and water in the beautiful Eifel National Park. The almost 14-kilometer hike leads through oak and beech forests. On average, the trees here are 90 years old, although there are also specimens that are 250 years old. You first hike a few kilometers along the Rursee on well-developed paths. Later you reach the...
- 4.6 (164)·Moderate·6.1 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrNatural loop in the Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia This hike leads through the Struffelt nature reserve, which includes both moorland and the heathland of the Dreilägerbachtalsperre. It is possible to walk through the high moor without wet feet thanks to the wooden footbridges - a real experience for children too! With an attentive look, numerous rare plant and animal species can be discovered along the way. Alternatively, the route can also be reached from the east...
- 4.5 (132)·Hard·16.3 mi·Est. 7–7.5 hrPopular 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...
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