Best trails near Rosenau
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Want to check out Rosenau from the trail? Good news: 18 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 18 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Rosenau are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.5 (155)·Moderate·5.8 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular, multifaceted hiking trail in the Bergisches Land, North Rhine-Westphalia. Away from the classic paths, the route leads comfortably through the Siebengebirge. A monastery, a castle, beautiful mountain peaks, and some rest stops are passed. Starting at Heisterbach Abbey, the route goes counter-clockwise toward Petersberg, with the magnificent Petersberg Palace and then to the Nonnenstromberg. Finally, the trail leads past the Stenzelberg laterite quarry with its small gorges and rock...
- 4.6 (58)·Hard·9.8 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hrVaried and panoramic hike in the Siebengebirge Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. The beautiful loop leads through the Siebengebirge. It can also be reached by bus and train. There are also refreshment stops along the way. It partly follows the Rheinsteig route and well-known long-distance hiking trails. Visitors interested in culture and nature are given an insight into Beethoven's landscape around 1780 with the help of a landscape mediation system. There was no Schloss Drachenburg,...
- 4.5 (69)·Hard·7.9 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrVaried loop in the Siebengebirge, North Rhine-Westphalia. This route leads through the beautiful and varied Siebengebirge. Particular highlights are the Königswinter, the Petersberg, the Ölberg, and the Nachtigallental. The hike can be started with a ferry crossing over the Rhine or directly on the home side at the ferry port, where there are also parking spaces. It also goes to the legendary Drachenfels, the most famous mountain in the Siebengebirge. The varied volcanic landscape is an...
- 4.3 (45)·Moderate·5.3 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular loop in the Siebengebirge nature park, North Rhine-Westphalia. Breathtaking views and idyllic forest trails await hikers on this fantastic route a few kilometers east of Königswinter. The path leads through a beautiful mixed forest and past a waterfall. To do this, several mountain peaks are scaled at the same time. You should bring some time to relax and enjoy the panoramic views over the Siebengebirge. The route begins at the Margarethenhöhe car park (chargeable on weekends). The...
- 4.5 (24)·Hard·16 mi·Est. 9–10 hrPanoramic loop in the Siebengebirge A demanding and long tour that leads to one of the oldest nature reserves in Germany and requires a good level of fitness. As the name suggests, 10 magnificent mountain views are discovered along the way. It also goes to historical sights such as the Drachenfels and the Löwenburg ruins. The start is at the Margarethenhöhe car park (parking for a fee). Both at the starting point and on the way there are opportunities to stop. The route is not marked with...
- 4.7 (30)·Hard·12.6 mi·Est. 7–8 hrPopular and scenic loop near Königswinter in North Rhine-Westphalia. This loop passes two highlights of the Siebengebirge - the Drachenfelsen and the Petersburg - on beautiful (and sometimes very steep) paths. It goes through beautiful hilly countryside with some lovely views. The route starts at the Margaretenhöhe parking lot. The route leads over Großer Ölberg to Petersberg with its magnificent view of the Rhine. Via the Geisberg and the Nachtigallental valley, the route climbs up to the...
- 5.0 (12)·Hard·16.2 miDiverse running lap in Koenigswinter, North Rhine-Westphalia. Route as of 2018 (incl. 2020). Does * not * contain the paths through the Drachenschloss area, which may only be entered during the official run. Highlights of the route: - Pretty natural landscapes - Local flora and fauna - Nice views
- 4.8 (23)·Hard·9.1 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hrBeautiful hiking trail in the Siebengebirge Nature Park near Königswinter in North Rhine-Westphalia This hiking trail runs along shady forest paths up and down the numerous mountains of the Siebengebirge. There are wonderful views of the Rhine Valley, old quarries and the ruins of historic castles to discover. There are refreshment stops along the way, including the mountain inn on the Großer Ölberg. The trail starts at the Margarethenhöhe parking lot, where a fee is...
- 4.5 (16)·Hard·9.4 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hrCharming hiking tourwith great views in the Siebengebirge nature park, North Rhine-Westphalia. This is a very nice trail, with lots of shade and beautiful views of the Rhine and the surrounding area. From the hiking car park "Dicker Stein" it goes through the hilly landscape of the Siebengebirge. In addition to beautiful nature, some historical highlights await you along the way, such as Drachenfels Castle, Drachenburg Castle, Hirschburg Castle and the Rosenau Castle ruins. A nice place to...
- 4.6 (16)·Hard·12.2 mi·Est. 6.5–7.5 hrHistorical and varied hiking tour in Königswinter, North Rhine-Westphalia. It starts and ends at the Margarethenhöhe car park and leads for the first time on the Drachenfelsstrasse via the Wolkenburg to the fantastic Drachenfels plateau. If you make a small detour, you can still visit the Drachenburg Castle. Via the Petersberg and Nonnenstromberg you return to the starting point. Highlights: - Margarethenhöhe with Margarethenkreuz - View from Geisberg - Cloud Castle - Walk through the...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Rosenau?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Rosenau. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 16 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Rosenau?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Rosenau is Nonnenstromberg from Heisterbach Monastery, which has a 4.5 star rating from 155 reviews. This trail is 5.8 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,328 ft.
What is the longest trail near Rosenau?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Rosenau is Zur Löwenburg und dem Drachenfels. This trail is estimated to be 35.0 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Rosenau?
Rosenau: With an ascent of 7,024 ft, Siebengebirgstrail has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Die 13 Höchsten des Siebengebirges with 5,423 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Rosenau?
The most popular and difficult trail near Rosenau is Beethoven Hiking Trail with a 4.6-star rating from 58 reviews.
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- Drachenfels
- Petersberg
- Rosenau
- Stenzelberg
- Schloß Drachenburg
- Burgruine Drachenfels
- Drachenmarionette (Münzgerät)
- Drachenburgblick
- Großer Ölberg
- Heisterbach Abbey
- Dr.-Horster-Hütte
- Hütte Rheinblick
- Nonnenstromberg
- ehem. Basaltsteinbruch Weilberg
- Hirschberghütte
- Kleiner Ölberg
- Wolkenburg
- Liebesbrünnchen
- Der Minuten Esel
- Hirschberg