Best backpacking trails in Rhineland Nature Park

First stage of the long-distance hiking trail Kölnpfad, North Rhine-Westphalia. A good basic level of fitness is required for the first, quite long stage of the Kölnpfad Trail. It starts at the Rodenkirchen bridge. The route passes the Weißer Rheinbogen, the Forest Botanical Garden and the Friedenswäldchen forest until the end of the stage, the Klettenbergpark, is reached. There are several places to stop for refreshments here. Highlights of the route: - Rhine bank - Forest Botanical...

This historic pilgrimage stage leads from the Cologne Cathedral westward through the Rhineland to Kerpen. The route follows a mix of paved paths, urban green belts—such as the Outer Green Belt—and quiet field tracks through the Cologne Lowland. A major highlight is starting at the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Cologne Cathedral, and visiting the Brauweiler Abbey with its impressive Romanesque church. The trail is technically simple and, thanks to the flat terrain, perfectly suited for a...

Stage 6 of the “Römerkanal-Wanderweg” long-distance hiking trail, North Rhine-Westphalia. This is the sixth stage of the varied, around 115 km long Roman Canal hiking trail, which follows the course of a canal constructed by the Romans in the 1st century from Nettersheim through the Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park to Sülz. The starting point of the sixth stage is in Brenig and the section ends in Brühl. The Ville Lake District, quiet forest sections and several historical buildings ensure a lot...

Hiking trail "Rund um Wachtberg" of the Eifelverein, divided into 3 stages. Especially suitable in winter when the ground is frozen and the shoes stay clean. The western part leads through the apple orchards on dirt roads that can sometimes be sodden. The eastern part is the most beautiful landscape (with distant views of the Rhine). The tour was run through 3 day hikes.

Stage 3 of the long-distance hiking trail "Römerkanal-Wanderweg", North Rhine-Westphalia. This is the third stage of the varied, around 115 km long Roman Canal hiking trail, which follows the course of a canal constructed by the Romans in the 1st century from Nettersheim through the Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park to Sülz. The third stage starts in Dottel and the section ends in Kreuzweingarten. Wonderful forests, wonderful views and the remains of mighty buildings such as the Heidentempel near...

Popular cycle route in North Rhine-Westphalia Trekking and cycling enthusiasts are particularly encouraged to explore this easy but highly recommended route. Start is on the outskirts of Bedburg, you cycle along the Erft. So you drive in a northerly direction - always accompanied by the Erft river - to Frimmersdorf, Gindorf and Gustorf. Then you reach a lot of greenery and forest again. Of course, you will slow down to enjoy the parks at the end of the route and pay attention to the game...

Stage 7 of the long-distance hiking trail "Römerkanal-Wanderweg", North Rhine-Westphalia. This is the seventh and last stage of the varied, around 115 km long Roman Canal hiking trail, which follows the course of a canal constructed by the Romans in the 1st century from Nettersheim through the Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park to Sülz. The starting point of the seventh stage is in Bühl and the section ends in Sülz. You can enjoy beautiful deciduous forests and lakes, great views of the Rhenish...

The Erft cycle path runs from the source to the mouth over 110 km from Nettersheim to Neuss and is signposted throughout with the route logo. The route leads over paved, partly paved, mainly traffic-free bike paths and mostly directly along the Erft. Gradients and steep gradients are few to be expected. Therefore, the bike path is also good for inexperienced drivers, families and children. Recommended in 2-3 daily stages.