Best trails near Riesentor
4.5(258 reviews)
Want to check out Riesentor from the trail? Good news: 9 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 9 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Riesentor are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.7 (70)·Moderate·6.4 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrPanoramic loop with geological highlights near Nideggen in North Rhine-Westphalia. The route leads below the red sandstone cliffs between Obermaubach and Nideggen through the Rur valley. The trail leads along varied paths, mostly through the forest, with occasional views over meadows and fields. The start is at a parking lot in the middle of Nideggen. However, the route can also be started from Nideggen-Brück or Zerkall train station. There are cafés and restaurants in Nideggen where you...
- 4.5 (60)·Moderate·4.8 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrA hike with a wonderful panoramic view along the colorful sandstone cliffs with their bizarre formations. Here you can also watch sport climbers on the rock faces. A short tour through the old town of Nideggen and the castle as a small detour is recommended. The route starts at Niedeggen-Brück train station. Alternatively, the hike can also be started at Zerkall train station. This hiking route is not suitable for strollers.
- 4.4 (42)·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...
- 4.7 (37)·Hard·11.5 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hrPanoramic circular trail in the Rur Valley, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany Steep rock formations are the hallmark of the Rur Valley and this full-day hike also takes you along the red sandstone route that runs through it. The predominantly red-colored rocks gave it this name. The castle in Nideggen is well worth a visit. Magnificent panoramic views reward this long hike time and again. Refreshments are available along the way. Start at the parking lot near Zerkall. However, there are also...
- 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.
- 4.3 (13)·Moderate·4.9 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrPanoramic circular hiking trail along the red sandstone cliffs near Nideggen, North Rhine-Westphalia. This idyllic and panoramic hike starts in Nideggen and leads on beautiful forest paths past the red sandstone cliffs towards Nideggen Castle. Under no circumstances should you miss the Christinenley viewpoint - because here you have a spectacular view over the Rur Valley. Highlights: - Christinenley Lookout - Varied landscape impressions - Red sandstone rocks - Local flora and fauna -...
- 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...
- 4.2 (6)·Moderate·8.3 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrPromising excursion in Obermaubach, North Rhine-Westphalia. Wonderful panoramic views and wonderful hiking trails along the “Rurfelsen” with their bizarre structures. You can also watch rock climbers here. The path was dedicated to the former chairman of the EV. This hike offers everything a hiker could want. Highlights of the route: - Pretty natural landscapes - Local flora and fauna - Magnificent views
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Riesentor?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Riesentor. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 9 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Riesentor?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Riesentor is Rock Passage Nideggen, which has a 4.7 star rating from 70 reviews. This trail is 6.4 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,328 ft.
What is the longest trail near Riesentor?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Riesentor is Buntsandsteinroute. This trail is estimated to be 25.6 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Riesentor?
Riesentor: 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 Obermaubach to Abenden with 1,925 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Riesentor?
The most popular and difficult trail near Riesentor is Through the Rur Valley from Nideggen with a 4.7-star rating from 37 reviews.