Best trails near Genkeltalsperre
4.2(65 reviews)
Want to check out Genkeltalsperre from the trail? Good news: 8 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 7 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Genkeltalsperre are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
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- 4.7 (43)·Moderate·6.1 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrFantastic and varied hiking tour in the Bergisches Land, North Rhine-Westphalia. Always along the water it goes around the Genkeltalsperre. The hiking sign is a white A4 on a black background. Highlights of the route: - beautiful natural landscapes - local flora and fauna - Great views of and around the Genkeltalsperre
- 5.0 (3)·Hard·12.1 mi·Est. 6–7 hrVaried cycle tour in Solingen, North Rhine-Westphalia. The tour leads around the Genkeltalsperre dam and then around the Aggertalsperre dam and is suitable for cycling and walking. The starting point is the Genkeltalsperre hiking parking lot. The route runs almost exclusively along the shore. There are camping sites and places to stop for refreshments. In the forests around the dam, the bark beetle has infested many spruce trees, as in many places in the Bergisches Land. The result is...
- 3.7 (7)·Easy·3.3 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrPopular loop trail in the Bergisches Land nature park, North Rhine-Westphalia. The loop trail A1 leads from the small village of Heed to the north-east bank of the Genkeltalsperre. You walk around the Heedberg on beautiful, shady forest trails. To extend the hike, you can follow the loop around the Genkeltalsperre. However, you can hardly get to the water, as the Genketalsperre, which is used to obtain drinking water, is largely surrounded by a fence. Highlights of the hike: - Heedberg -...
- 3.5 (5)·Hard·9.7 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrA scenic and beautiful hiking excursion in Marienheide, North Rhine-Westphalia. From Mühlenberg it goes to the observation tower on the Unnenberg, then to the Genkel dam and back to the Wupperquelle. Highlights of the route: - Beautiful natural landscapes - Local flora and fauna - Great views of the area
- 3.5 (3)·Moderate·7.4 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrPromising and varied hike near Meinerzhagen in North Rhine-Westphalia. Highlights of the hike: - Badinghagen moated castle - Genkeltalsperre - Meinhardusschanze ski jump - Wonderful prospects - Local flora and fauna - Diverse natural landscapes - Refreshments available
- 5.0 (1)·Hard·15.4 mi·Est. 7.5–8.5 hrThis route follows stage 7 of the Bergischer Panoramasteig and connects Marienheide with Bergneustadt. Departing Marienheide, the path leads past wind turbines near the source of the Wupper River and skirts the Unnenberg before descending to the Genkeltalsperre and Aggertalsperre reservoirs. Hikers pass through Lieberhausen with its painted church and continue via Niederrengse to historic Bergneustadt. Guesthouses and hotels provide overnight accommodation in the towns; wild camping is...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Genkeltalsperre?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Genkeltalsperre. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 7 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Genkeltalsperre?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Genkeltalsperre is Lantenbach Loop A4, which has a 4.7 star rating from 43 reviews. This trail is 6.1 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,250 ft.
What is the longest trail near Genkeltalsperre?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Genkeltalsperre is Drei Türme und zwei Talsperren Tour. This trail is estimated to be 24.5 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Genkeltalsperre?
Genkeltalsperre: With an ascent of 4,435 ft, Drei Türme und zwei Talsperren Tour has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Bergischer Panoramasteig Stage 7: Marienheide - Bergneustadt with 2,706 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Genkeltalsperre?
The most popular and difficult trail near Genkeltalsperre is Genkeltalsperre and Aggertalsperre Loop with a 5.0-star rating from 3 reviews.