Best trails near Aachen Cathedral
3.6(36 reviews)
Want to check out Aachen Cathedral from the trail? Good news: 3 trails will get you there, including hiking trails. Plan your trip with hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Looking for a challenge? Choose from 2 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Aachen Cathedral are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
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- 3.6 (31)·Easy·2.2 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrPopular city walk in Aachen, North Rhine-Westphalia. This approximately 4.5 km long route through the city center of Aachen offers the opportunity to combine sightseeing with shopping or visiting restaurants. A highlight of the tour is the city's landmark: the Aachen Cathedral, which looks back on 1200 years of building history and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Highlights of the tour: - Aachen Cathedral (also: Aachen Minster) - Marketplace - historical town hall - Elisengarten with...
- 4.1 (4)·Moderate·15.6 mi·Est. 6.5–7 hrVaried hike or bike tour near Aachen, North Rhine-Westphalia. If you like jogging, hiking or cycling, you can set off from Aachen to the Wurmtal nature reserve. The varied route leads through forests, fields and green meadows. Since you sometimes hike through urban areas, the route partly leads along roads. Highlights of the hike: - Old town of Aachen - Nature reserve Wurmtal
- 3.0 (1)·Moderate·8.7 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrFamily-friendly and picturesque circular route around Würselen, North Rhine-Westphalia. Via the Würselen city park with its new cycle path in the direction of Aachen. Highlights of the hike: - Würselen city park - Beautiful views - Local flora and fauna - Varied landscapes - City Aachen
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike near Aachen Cathedral?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Aachen Cathedral is Aachen city center, which has a 3.6 star rating from 31 reviews. This trail is 2.2 mi long with an elevation gain of 183 ft.
What is the longest trail near Aachen Cathedral?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Aachen Cathedral is Aachen - Wurmtal. This trail is estimated to be 15.6 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Aachen Cathedral?
Aachen Cathedral: With an ascent of 1,587 ft, Aachen - Wurmtal has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Würselen-Aachen with 823 ft of elevation gain.
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