Best long trails in Siebengebirge Nature Park
The Siebengebirge Nature Park was founded as the first nature park in North Rhine-Westphalia and is located in the south of the federal state. The nature park encompasses the Cologne Bay, Siebengebirge, Leiser Hügelland, Rheinwesterwälder Vulkanrücken and Asbacher Hochfläche nature areas.
The Siebengebirge Nature Park offers a variety of natural and landscape areas that can be discovered on many hikes. The volcanic landscape is interspersed with quarries, vineyards and orchards.
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- 4.6 (284)·Hard·8.9 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrHistoric circular hiking trail in the Siebengebirge Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. This varied hike begins in Rhöndorf and leads along narrow paths past two castle ruins - Drachenfels Castle (late 19th century) and Löwenburg Castle (built in the 13th century). The route offers a magnificent view of the Rhine and the surrounding area. There are refreshment stops along the way. From the Ziepchesplatz parking lot, the trail climbs steeply uphill. Some of the paths are quite rooty, which...
- 4.4 (67)·Hard·14.2 mi·Est. 7–8 hrThis route follows stage 1 of the Rheinsteig, which begins in Bonn and ends in Königswinter. The trail starts at the Bonn city hall, crosses the Rhine via the Kennedy Bridge, and follows the riverbanks before heading into the forests of the Siebengebirge. It passes scenic lakes and historic landmarks like the Roman memorial stone, the Bonn Museum Mile, and Rheinaue Leisure Park, concluding with an ascent of Mount Petersberg. Overnight stays are accommodated in local guesthouses and hotels in...
- 4.4 (46)·Moderate·9 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrThis route follows stage 2 of the Rheinsteig, which begins in Königswinter and ends in Bad Honnef. Starting at the Drachenfels rack railway station, the path ascends past Drachenfels Castle into the mixed forests of the Siebengebirge. It passes the Uhlan Memorial above Rhöndorf, winds up to the Löwenburg ruins and the Löwenburger Hof, and navigates steep switchbacks before descending into Bad Honnef. Overnight stays are accommodated in local guesthouses and hotels in Bad Honnef, as wild...
- 4.6 (58)·Hard·9.8 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hrVaried and panoramic hike in the Siebengebirge Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. The beautiful loop leads through the Siebengebirge. It can also be reached by bus and train. There are also refreshment stops along the way. It partly follows the Rheinsteig route and well-known long-distance hiking trails. Visitors interested in culture and nature are given an insight into Beethoven's landscape around 1780 with the help of a landscape mediation system. There was no Schloss Drachenburg,...
- 4.5 (67)·Hard·7.9 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrVaried loop in the Siebengebirge, North Rhine-Westphalia. This route leads through the beautiful and varied Siebengebirge. Particular highlights are the Königswinter, the Petersberg, the Ölberg, and the Nachtigallental. The hike can be started with a ferry crossing over the Rhine or directly on the home side at the ferry port, where there are also parking spaces. It also goes to the legendary Drachenfels, the most famous mountain in the Siebengebirge. The varied volcanic landscape is an...
- 4.7 (40)·Moderate·7.3 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrPanoramic loop trail in the Siebengebirge nature park, North Rhine-Westphalia. The Loewenburg is one of the "seven big mountains" of the Siebengebirge. The ruins of the Loewenburg, built in the middle of the 13th century, are enthroned 455 m high on the summit. But this loop trail offers many other highlights such as fantastic views of the Rhine Valley and the striking Drachenfels - also one of the seven big mountains - with its castle ruins from the 12th century. Highlights of the hike: -...
- 4.8 (40)·Moderate·8 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrEventful loop in the Siebengebirge nature park, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany This route explores the hilly forests of the Siebengebirge Nature Park. It begins in Rhöndorf and quickly leads into the forest. Finally, the hike reaches the Löwenburg, a fascinating historical ruin. The way there leads past several small peaks, including those of the small and the large Breiberg. They offer a great view of the surrounding countryside and, in good weather, of the Rothaargebirge. It is possible...
- 4.5 (40)·Hard·11.6 mi·Est. 6–6.5 hrThis route follows stage 3 of the Rheinsteig, which begins in Bad Honnef and ends in Linz am Rhein. The trail leads through the wooded hills of the Siebengebirge, climbing past the Stux viewpoint, the volcanic Leyberg summit, and the Hähnerbachtal waterfall. Hikers pass the Erpeler Ley basalt plateau, which offers views of the Remagen Bridge ruins, before descending past Ockenfels Castle into the historic old town of Linz. Overnight stays are accommodated in local guesthouses and hotels;...
- 4.7 (32)·Moderate·7 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrPanoramic hike in the Siebengebirge Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. This route starts at Heisterbach Abbey and explores the hilly forests in the surrounding area. On the way to the Petersberg, the route passes the Stenzelberg and the Nonnenstromberg. The Petersberg is home to the hotel and chapel, accompanied by a view of the Rhine. The hotel is ideal for a rest and a break. Beautiful views are included. The route is very well marked and quite easy to walk. Highlights: - Beautiful...
- 4.6 (33)·Moderate·8.3 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrThis hike starts in Rhöndorf and explores some of the many peaks of the Siebengebirge Nature Park. Among the peaks that are visited are the Löwenburg, the Merkenshöhe, the Erpelntalskopf, the Gelsberg, the Schallenberg and the Drachenfels, where Beatufil Castle is also located! The hike is full of beautiful nature, views and history!
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