Best trails near Drachenfels
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Want to check out Drachenfels from the trail? Good news: 29 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 29 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Drachenfels are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.6 (289)·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...
- 4.6 (210)·Moderate·4.3 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrPanoramic hiking trail in Königswinter, North Rhine-Westphalia. The trail starts at the parking lot in Königswinter. The starting point can also be reached by public transport. This beautiful hike begins with an ascent to Drachenfels Castle near Königswinter. This ascent is rewarded with a magnificent view. From there, the trail continues to the Milchhäuschen, where you can stop for refreshments (note opening times). From there, the route returns past Hirschburg Castle on the Hirschberg. A...
- 4.4 (84)·Moderate·3.1 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrIdyllic round trip to Drachenschloss, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany This route leads into the Siebengebirge nature park on the beautiful Rhine. start is at the "Königswinter - Drachenfelsbahn". The hike leads along gravel roads and well-paved paths into the large park that surrounds the castle near the Drachenfels. Alternatively, the Drachenfelsbahn can be used. The name of this fairytale castle is as impressive as the castle itself. It can also be visited from the inside for a fee. From...
- 4.5 (82)·Moderate·4.9 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrThe route starts and ends at the Königswinter ferry terminal. From here it goes up to the Drachenfels, then on to the Wolkenburg. From here it gets steep and stony, but at the top there is a great narrow path with beautiful views of the Siebengebirge. Then you continue to the Milchhäusschen (delicious coffee and cake) and then back past the Drachenburg to Königswinter to the ferry.
- 4.4 (47)·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 (45)·Moderate·3.5 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular loop trail in the Siebengebirge nature park, North Rhine-Westphalia. This short loop trail offers a good insight into the characteristic wooded hilly landscape of the Siebengebirge. You should bring enough time to visit the magnificent 19th-century Drachenburg Castle. Highlights of the hike: - Castle "Drachenburg - historic milk house - Views over the peaks of the Siebengebirge
- 4.7 (39)·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: -...
- 4.4 (29)·Moderate·5.5 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrTour 7 from the hiking guide "The Siebengebirge". This is a great tour in the Siebengebirge with many great views and cultural highlights. Highlights of the hike: - Ulaneneck Monument - Siegfried height - Wilhelmshöhe - Drachenfels - Castle Drachenfels - Cloud Castle - Jungfernhardt - cuckoo stone - Rhöndorf valley - Konrad Adenauer grave
- 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!
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Drachenfels?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Drachenfels. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 26 hiking trails, 6 trail running trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Drachenfels?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Drachenfels is Siebengebirgs Loop: Löwenburg - Drachenfels, which has a 4.6 star rating from 289 reviews. This trail is 8.9 mi long with an elevation gain of 2,306 ft.
What is the longest trail near Drachenfels?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Drachenfels is Zur Löwenburg und dem Drachenfels. This trail is estimated to be 35.0 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Drachenfels?
Drachenfels: With an ascent of 7,024 ft, Siebengebirgstrail has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Die 13 Höchsten des Siebengebirges with 5,423 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Drachenfels?
The most popular and difficult trail near Drachenfels is Siebengebirgs Loop: Löwenburg - Drachenfels with a 4.6-star rating from 289 reviews.
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