Best historic site trails in South Eifel Nature Park
Explore the most popular historic site trails in South Eifel Nature Park with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
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- 4.5 (243)·Hard·11.2 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrRock-rich premium hiking trail near Ernzen, Rhineland-Palatinate This circular route is a certified premium hiking route. Gorges and crevices in the rock bastions of the Ferschweiler Plateau - especially the 28 m deep Teufelsschlucht - show the imposing primal force of nature. But this spectacular route offers even more. At 140 meters, the clear water of the river Prüm fights its way between mighty boulders. A hiking bridge opens up fascinating views of the rapids and the unreal...
- 4.6 (229)·Moderate·7.7 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrBeautiful loop in Diekirch. This route is a nature park deluxe and a certified premium hiking trail. The impressive hike in the Ourtal leads past the rocky Grenzsteig, sometimes up, sometimes down and along the shore of the Ourtal reservoir. The ruins of Falkenstein Castle tower high above the path. Highlights: - Vianden Castle - Castle Falkenstein
- 4.6 (106)·Moderate·5.9 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrA hike in the Southern Eifel Nature Park connects the Irrel waterfalls with the mysterious Devil's Gorge. The waterfalls are actually impressive rapids of the Prüm river that tumble over huge boulders. A modern suspension bridge provides a sweeping view over the thundering water. The path leads further up into a labyrinth of jagged sandstone. In places, the path leads over slippery stones, which is why sure-footed shoes are useful. Rare ferns and mosses grow between the narrow rock faces. The...
- 4.7 (78)·Easy·0.9 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrShort circular route through the Teufelsschlucht in Rhineland-Palatinate This short circular hiking trail leads without major detours through the Teufelsschlucht, a unique canyon landscape with rock formations and viewing rocks. Highlights: - unique rock formations - Devil's Gorge Nature Park Center - Labyrinth at the nature park center
- 4.7 (79)·Hard·13.3 mi·Est. 6.5–7 hrNatural hiking trail in the German-Luxembourg border area This route is a certified premium hiking trail. Rock formations can be admired in a variety of ways in the German-Luxembourg border area on the border river Sauer. From Echternach you go to the Troosknäppchen lookout point and then along the Aesbech into the rock labyrinth of the Wolfsschlucht. A cultural and historical highlight is Weilerbach Castle with its baroque garden. Highlights: - Visit to Weilerbach Castle - beautiful...
- 4.3 (37)·Moderate·5.5 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrFantastic loop in Vianden. This really beautiful route starts in Bivels right on the water and leads through the lively forest area around the river. First it's a bit uphill to the well-preserved ruins of Castle Falkenstein in Germany. Then through the forest and along the green river bank, over the bridge back to Luxembourg and finally to the starting point. There are some places to stop for refreshments. Highlights: - Castle Falkenstein - beautiful river panorama - magnificent forest path
- 4.5 (25)·Moderate·5.3 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrWonderful loop in Vianden. A really nice route! It starts at the mill south of Bivels. From there along the Our reservoir through the village to the border bridge to Germany. There you will find the ruins of Falkenstein Castle, beautiful forest area, exciting wild hiking and climbing trails, as well as small streams and beautiful views. There are places to stop for refreshments in the vicinity of the route.
- 4.3 (33)·Hard·15.9 mi·Est. 7.5–8.5 hrOfficial hiking trail of the municipality of Bollendorf between Germany and Luxembourg in the Southern Eifel Nature Park in Rhineland-Palatinate The route runs along hilly field and forest paths and along imposing rock formations on both sides of the Sauer river. Highlights: - Landscape of the Southern Eifel Nature Park - interesting rock formations - Hiking route with border crossing
- 4.4 (37)·Hard·9.7 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrPopular hike in Keppeshausen, Rhineland-Palatinate. This circular hiking trail is a nature park deluxe and a certified premium hiking trail. The route offers hikers cultural and historical sights and outstanding nature. Highlights of the tour: - Along the Our - Our reservoir - Castle Falkenstein - Beer tannery
- 4.3 (31)·Hard·11.3 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hrCertified premium hiking trail on the German-Luxembourg border This loop in the NaturWanderPark delux is a certified premium hiking trail. It leads along the Our and its numerous mills. Many of the barrages have been dismantled in recent years and the river, which marks the border between Luxembourg and Germany here, has been made passable again for brown trout travelling upstream to their spawning grounds. Interesting views of the fish ladder can be enjoyed at the Rellesmühle weir....
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Where is the best historic site trail to hike in South Eifel Nature Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best historic site trail to hike in South Eifel Nature Park is Felsenweg 6 - Devil's Gorge, which has a 4.5 star rating from 241 reviews. This trail is 11.2 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,410 ft.
What is the longest historic site trail in South Eifel Nature Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest historic site trail in South Eifel Nature Park is Rheinland-Pfalz Radroute Etappe 4: Wasserbilligerbrück - Bolsdorf. This trail is estimated to be 81.7 mi long.
How many historic site trails are in South Eifel Nature Park?
There are 55 historic site trails in South Eifel Nature Park.These historic site trails have an average 4.1-star ratingfrom NaN AllTrails community reviews.
Which historic site trail has the most elevation gain in South Eifel Nature Park?
Rheinland-Pfalz Radroute Etappe 4: Wasserbilligerbrück - Bolsdorf has the most elevation gain for historic site trails with 7,706 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is MTB round: Staudenhof and Beifels desert, which has 4,229 ft of elevation gain.
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