Best trails near Waldkapelle
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Want to check out Waldkapelle from the trail? Good news: 13 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 12 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Waldkapelle are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
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- 4.3 (41)·Moderate·9.4 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrPopular, beautiful hiking trail near the Hohes Venn-Eifel nature park, North Rhine-Westphalia. This loop hiking trail leads through the striking red sandstone rocks of the Rur Valley and to Nideggen Castle. The route is located on the edge of the Eifel National Park in the Rurtal nature reserve and the Buntsandstein nature reserve. This route offers wonderful views of the striking red sandstone cliffs and Nideggen Castle, which can be viewed particularly well from the Christinenley vantage...
- 4.6 (38)·Moderate·8.6 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrThis hike is located north of the Eifel National Park. It begins in Oberbaumach. It leads through several nature conservation areas such as the Oberbaumach reservoir, the Buntsandstein and the Rur Valley. The route runs mostly through forested areas with a view of the aforementioned bodies of water and crosses the Rur several times.
- 4.5 (27)·Moderate·6.2 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular loop around the Obermaubach reservoir, near Nideggen, North Rhine-Westphalia. The starting point of this beautiful route is in Nideggen Rath. Along the way, there are great views of the red sandstone cliffs and the reservoir. In Obermaubach, a rest is recommended before an ascent to the heights of Obermaubach. There, the route leads to the forest chapel with wonderful panoramic views of the reservoir and the Düren valley. From there the route returns to the starting...
- 4.8 (13)·Hard·10.6 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hrThe tour starts in Bergstein at the Krawutschketurm, which can be climbed immediately. The first part leads over field paths, the section from Brandenberg to Obermaubach, an enchanted path through the forest, is particularly beautiful. The part about the red sandstone route is also beautiful. There are some discoveries along the way, the small chapel, the views of Nideggen Castle, the Hindenburg Gate and much more. Highly recommended.
- 4.0 (17)·Moderate·8.7 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrTour with great views along Buntsandsteinfelsen 7.80 km The Rurtal at Nideggen thrilled by its steeply rising rock formations of red sandstone. The "Buntsand-Steinroute" leads through this area and rewards with impressive views. Perched on a rocky outcrop Nideggen Castle. Worth seeing: Buntsandsteinfelsen, Eugenienstein, forest chapel, reservoir, fish ladder
- 4.5 (9)·Moderate·9.3 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrThis hike runs on the most beautiful section of the Buntsandstein route from Obermaubach to Abenden. You'll also follow the trail mark of the Buntsandsteinroute. In Obermaubach you'll climb up to the Buntsandstein "Eugenienstein", go through the "Hindenburg Gate" and reach the top of Nideggen. On the final section you'll pass the "Effels Rocks" - a paradise for climbers. Then, you'll go downhill to Abenden. The return journey is then the "Rurtalbahn" to Obermaubach.
- 4.9 (14)·Easy·2.7 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrFantastic walk in the North Eifel Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. At the Obermaubach car park you are right on the beautiful Obermaubach reservoir and walk along the Panoramaweg. Highlights of the tour: - Accessible by bus and train - Eifel views - Obermaubach dam - Obermaubach forest chapel
- 5.0 (4)·Hard·25.6 mi·Est. 12.5–13.5 hrA tour that can be divided into 3 parts. Here is a suggestion: Tour 1 The red sandstone route begins at Kreuzau train station, leaves the local situation and leads over the Ruraue to Üdingen. There the path gradually climbs so that you can enjoy the impressive panorama of the Obermaubach reservoir on the Mausauel. Over the Eugenienstein and above the Rather Felsen, the route finally reaches Nideggen on winding nature trails through the Hindenburgor and the Christinenley rock group and more...
- 4.5 (8)·Moderate·8.9 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrVaried circular hiking trail near Kreuzau, North Rhine-Westphalia. This route begins at Untermaubach Castle and leads over the Obermaubach reservoir along the Rur to the Buntsandstein nature reserve. At the Eugenienstein you can enjoy the wonderful view of the Rur valley. Highlights: - Magnificent views of the Rur valley - Untermaubach Castle - Buntsandstein nature reserve - Local flora and fauna
- 4.6 (3)·Moderate·7.1 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPanoramic route from Obermaubach to Kreuzau, North Rhine-Westphalia. The route of this picturesque route leads from Obermaubach to Krezau. Both places are located in the charming landscape of the North Eifel Nature Park. First you circle the Obermaubach reservoir. At the Eifelblick Waldkapelle vantage point, it is worth letting nature work its magic on you. The path continues through the beautiful Buntsandstein nature reserve until you follow the course of the Rur in the last third and...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Waldkapelle?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Waldkapelle. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 12 hiking trails, 6 trail running trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Waldkapelle?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Waldkapelle is Nideggen Castle and Red Sandstone Route, which has a 4.3 star rating from 41 reviews. This trail is 9.4 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,686 ft.
What is the longest trail near Waldkapelle?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Waldkapelle is Buntsandsteinroute. This trail is estimated to be 25.6 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Waldkapelle?
Waldkapelle: With an ascent of 4,822 ft, Buntsandsteinroute has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Rureifel bei Nideggen with 2,053 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Waldkapelle?
The most popular and difficult trail near Waldkapelle is Rureifel bei Nideggen with a 4.8-star rating from 13 reviews.
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- Rur
- Fischtreppe
- Stausee Obermaubach
- Waldkapelle
- Engelsblick
- Engels-Blick-Hütte
- Hochkoppel
- Burg Drove
- Burg Untermaubach
- Teufelsloch
- Eifelblick Waldkapelle Obermaubach
- Eifelblick Schafsbenden
- Heiliger Pütz
- Amphibienschutzgewässer
- Panzer-Kettenreinigungsanlage
- Hemgenberg
- An den drei Erken
- Freizeitfreunden Rurtal e.V.
- Mauerreste
- Decke Boom (Marieneiche)