Best trails near Ringelstein
4.5(114 reviews)
Want to check out Ringelstein from the trail? Good news: 6 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 6 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Ringelstein are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.3 (59)·Hard·14.5 mi·Est. 7–7.5 hrPopular loop in the Bergisches Land nature park, North Rhine-Westphalia. The Talsperreweg is a constant up and down path around the Wahnbach reservoir. Narrow and demanding - mostly natural - paths leave no room for boredom. There are many beautiful views of the dam. Parking is available at the dam or at the hiking car park in Wolperath. Highlights: - natural paths - Streams and rivers - Viewpoints - numerous display boards along the themed trail for obtaining drinking water
- 4.5 (30)·Moderate·5 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrIdyllic nature excursion with great views in Wolperath near Neunkirchen, North Rhine-Westphalia. A special highlight on this round is the Wahnbachtalsperre. It is used for drinking water supply, so swimming is not permitted. Highlights of the tour: - Fantastic views of the Wahnbachtalsperre - Interesting local flora and fauna - Beautiful natural scenery
- 5.0 (4)·Hard·12.1 mi·Est. 6–6.5 hrThis route follows stage 11 of the Bergischer Weg and connects Neunkirchen-Seelscheid with Hennef. The trail follows farm tracks and natural paths close to the Wahnbachtalsperre, offering scenic fjord-like views across the drinking water reservoir. Hikers pass through medieval Happerschoß and past historic Seligenthal Monastery before descending into the Sieg Valley to end in Hennef. Overnight stays are available in local guesthouses and hotels in surrounding villages; wild camping is...
- 4.5 (4)·Hard·16.1 mi·Est. 8–8.5 hrThis route leads around the Wahnbach reservoir and, as an additional highlight, enables the Wahnbach dam. This opens up a great view of the dam and the further course of the Wahnbach in the southwest. At the beginning and end of the route in the suburb of Heide there is an inn that invites you to stop for a break.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike near Ringelstein?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Ringelstein is Erlebnisweg Sieg: Talsperrenweg, which has a 4.3 star rating from 59 reviews. This trail is 14.5 mi long with an elevation gain of 2,539 ft.
What is the longest trail near Ringelstein?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Ringelstein is Rund um den Wahnbachstausee. This trail is estimated to be 16.1 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Ringelstein?
Ringelstein: With an ascent of 2,906 ft, Rund um den Wahnbachstausee has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Erlebnisweg Sieg: Talsperrenweg with 2,539 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Ringelstein?
The most popular and difficult trail near Ringelstein is Erlebnisweg Sieg: Talsperrenweg with a 4.3-star rating from 59 reviews.
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