Best trails near Wald-Rast
4.5(129 reviews)
Want to check out Wald-Rast 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 Wald-Rast 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 (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...
- 4.5 (6)·Moderate·4.1 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrIdyllic Eifel circular route with beautiful views near Obermaubach, North Rhine-Westphalia. It starts at the reservoir in Obermaubach. The path leads steadily uphill on beautiful forest paths to the lookout point. Here you have a wonderful panoramic view of the Eifel landscape. The descent towards Obermaubach is again on idyllic forest paths. Highlights: - Wonderful prospects - Local flora and fauna - Diverse natural landscapes -------------------------------------------------- ------ This...
- 4.6 (7)·Moderate·5.8 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrPanoramic Eifel loop along the red sandstone cliffs near Nideggen, North Rhine-Westphalia. This beautiful loop starts in Nideggen and leads in a steady up and down along the breath-taking red sandstone cliffs towards Obermaubach and back to Nideggen. The physical exertion is rewarded with magnificent panoramic views. The trail is marked with the number 17. Highlights: - Red sandstone cliffs - Wonderful views - Local flora and fauna - Varied natural landscapes ------------------------------
- 4.9 (6)·Easy·3.4 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrPicturesque circular route with wonderful panoramic views near Leversbach in North Rhine-Westphalia. This beautiful circular route begins in Leversbach and leads past the Buntsandsteinfelsen and over the Mausauel. An entertaining hike in which you have to overcome a few meters in altitude. Great views and nice rest areas are the reward for these efforts. Highlights: - Beautiful views - Local flora and fauna - Varied natural landscapes
- 4.2 (4)·Moderate·4.4 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrThis hike explores the hilly, wooded area around Rath. You briefly enter the northern part of the Buntsandstein nature reserve. There are also two different Eifel vantage points, the Kuhkopf and the Obermaubach forest chapel. From here you have a wonderful view of the surroundings and the Obermaubach reservoir.
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Wald-Rast?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Wald-Rast. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 8 hiking trails, 5 trail running trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Wald-Rast?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Wald-Rast 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 Wald-Rast?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Wald-Rast is Üdingen Loop via Mausauel. This trail is estimated to be 8.5 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Wald-Rast?
Wald-Rast: With an ascent of 1,627 ft, Obermaubach - Eugenienstein - Ruhrbrücke has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Rock Passage Nideggen with 1,328 ft of elevation gain.