Best trails near Buhlert
4.5(114 reviews)
Want to check out Buhlert from the trail? Good news: 6 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 6 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Buhlert are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
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- 4.5 (44)·Moderate·5.8 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular, historical loop near Hürtgenwald, North Rhine-Westphalia. This loop is marked "Wanderweg 86" and is one of 9 loops to the Battle of the Hürtgen Forest. The Hürtgen Forest was a heavily fought area between Americans and Germans in World War II. From Simonskall, it goes via Vossenack through the forest uphill along the Kallbach. The first remains of the bunker can be found here. The following steep ascent is rewarded with a beautiful view over the Kalltal. On tight, narrow paths, we...
- 4.7 (30)·Hard·10.5 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrExciting, varied Loop in Hürtgenwald. The loop connects the Westwall hiking trail with the Simonskall historical trail. The loop starts at the Hotel Talschenke and initially leads along the Wastwall hiking trail. Beautiful forest paths crisscross the countryside, allowing one to experience history up close. Several preserved bunkers and telephone connection points from the Second World War can be seen along the way. Interesting historical highlights are combined with glorious views over the...
- 4.3 (35)·Moderate·5.5 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrHistorical loop in the Eifel. It starts at the free Buhlert hiking car park. It initially goes in a westerly direction and for a while along the small nature reserve Senkelbachquellen. The former bunkers of the West Wall can be explored, a total of eight well-preserved old bunker systems. To get here, unpaved and unmarked paths branch off from the paved paths. Sturdy shoes are recommended for the unmarked trails. Entering the bunker facilities is at your own risk and should only be done with...
- 4.0 (1)·Moderate·37.3 mi·Est. 15.5–17 hrAs the name of the route suggests, this is a high-contrast route: the first half of the route is over asphalt, so it could also be done by road bike. The second half, however, goes over small field and forest paths, which are largely unpaved. There is no getting through on a racing bike here. Recommended bike: gravel bike (ideal) mountain bike, trekking bike.
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Buhlert?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Buhlert. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 5 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Buhlert?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Buhlert is Westwall Path, which has a 4.5 star rating from 44 reviews. This trail is 5.8 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,066 ft.
What is the longest trail near Buhlert?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Buhlert is Straße, Wald, Wiese ab Vogelsang. This trail is estimated to be 37.3 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Buhlert?
Buhlert: With an ascent of 4,566 ft, Straße, Wald, Wiese ab Vogelsang has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Vossenack - Kalltal Valley - Wehebach Stream Loop with 2,887 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Buhlert?
The most popular and difficult trail near Buhlert is Westwall and Simonskall Historical Hiking Trail with a 4.7-star rating from 30 reviews.
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