Best trails near Fackelträger-Relief
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Want to check out Fackelträger-Relief from the trail? Good news: 13 trails will get you there, including hiking and camping 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 13 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Fackelträger-Relief are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
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- 4.4 (457)·Moderate·7.9 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrPopular loop in the Eifel National Park, North Rhine-Westphalia This route, which is part of the "Tippeltouren Eifel", begins at Vogelsang Castle, where hikers interested in history like to take a look around. From there it leads to the Dreiborn plateau, which offers wonderful panoramic views of the nature of the national park. From there it goes down and a bit through the forest to the Urfttalsperre and along the lake back to the starting point. There is a restaurant at the visitor center...
- 4.1 (31)·Moderate·4.9 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular hike in the Eifel National Park, North Rhine-Westphalia A really varied hike through the Eifel National Park. In addition to a lot of natural beauty, there are also cultural and historical attractions such as the former Ordensburg Vogelsang or the mighty Urfttalsperre. Attention: The Wasserlinie 231 bus from Urfttalsperre (destination of this route) only runs on weekends and public holidays from April to October. At all other times, the route must be hiked back to the starting point...
- 4.5 (38)·Hard·15.2 mi·Est. 7.5–8.5 hrGreat view hiking loop where you get to see Urft Dam and Vogelsang historic site. Either direction is great and both the Urft Dam and Vogelsang have restaurants you can stop at to have a drink and some food. Paths are clearly marked and well maintained. Some sections have shade and others are in the sun. Great day long hiking trip!
- 4.5 (30)·Hard·10.6 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hrPopular loop in the Eifel National Park, North Rhine-Westphalia As the name suggests, numerous views of the vast Eifel landscape waiting on this hike. The hike starts in beautiful Gemünd, from where the route leads west to Modenhübel and then to Vogelsang. From here, the route leads over the Urft and through the forests to Wolfgarten and back to the starting point. Highlights of the hike: - Lake Urft - Eifel view Kreuzberg - Eifel view Modenhübel - Old fire station tower in Wolfgarten
- 4.5 (29)·Hard·13.7 mi·Est. 6–6.5 hrPanoramic hiking trail in the Eifel National Park in Einruhr, North Rhine-Westphalia. The route starts in Einruhr and leads up to the Dreiborn plateau. If you come here in May or June, you can experience the magnificent broom blossom. To enjoy the view from the plateau, you have to climb a few meters in altitude. Once you have managed this, you can look forward to a more relaxed second part of the hiking trail along the water and through forests. Highlights of the route: - Vogelsang Red...
- 4.4 (25)·Hard·14.1 mi·Est. 6.5–7 hrPopular loop in the Eifel National Park, North Rhine-Westphalia This hike leads over the former military training area Vogelsang, which was used after the Second World War first by the British and later by the Belgian military. During the entire hike there are great views of the dammed waters of the Urft/Rur and the path repeatedly leads along monuments worth seeing. The hike runs from Einruhr, partly steeply, through forest paths up to the Dreiborn plateau. The 33 square kilometer forest...
- 4.8 (10)·Hard·34 mi·Est. 14.5–16 hrPopular loop in the Eifel National Park near Heimbach, North Rhine-Westphalia. This long and varied tour in the Eifel National Park leads, of course, along 4 beautiful lakes. First it goes along the Heimbach reservoir, then to the Rursee, on to the Urftsee and along the Obersee. Especially on sunny days you can enjoy the glittering blue and wonderfully green natural panorama on the banks. In some places the path is very steep, especially up to Vogelsang and Walberhof. Overall, you need a...
- 4.7 (13)·Hard·34.1 mi·Est. 14.5–16 hrScenic loop in the Eifel National Park, North Rhine-Westphalia This beautiful tour around the Urftsee lake and the Rurtalsperre dam is suitable for gravel bikes or mountain bikes. As there are a few metres in altitude to conquer and some of the trails are quite challenging, a certain level of fitness is required. Boats operate in the villages along the water, which can be used to shorten the route. There are cafés and restaurants in the villages. The start is at IP Vogelsang. The bus also...
- 5.0 (1)·Moderate·4.4 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrVersatile hiking excursion in the Eifel National Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. This exciting route combines history, the present and the timeless beauty of nature. The starting point is at the International Place Vogelsang. It goes through the magnificently wild landscapes of the Eifel National Park. The abandoned village of Wollseifen, idyllic forest paths and fantastic views are on the way. There are places to stop for refreshments at the start and finish point. In Vogelsang you will also...
- 4.3 (9)·Hard·10.8 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hrPopular loop in the Eifel National Park, North Rhine-Westphalia A very varied hiking route through the Eifel National Park. Along the popular route, in addition to natural attractions such as the Urftsee and many great views of the national park, there are also historical monuments such as the former NS Ordensburg Vogelsang IP, the abandoned Wolfgarten settlement and much more. There are a few places to stop for refreshments along the way. Highlights of the hike: - idyllic forest paths -...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Fackelträger-Relief?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Fackelträger-Relief. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 9 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Fackelträger-Relief?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Fackelträger-Relief is Bird Watching Loop: From Vogelsang over the Urftseebrücke, which has a 4.4 star rating from 457 reviews. This trail is 7.9 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,371 ft.
What is the longest trail near Fackelträger-Relief?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Fackelträger-Relief is Straße, Wald, Wiese ab Vogelsang. This trail is estimated to be 37.3 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Fackelträger-Relief?
Fackelträger-Relief: With an ascent of 4,566 ft, Straße, Wald, Wiese ab Vogelsang has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Four Lakes with 4,494 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Fackelträger-Relief?
The most popular and difficult trail near Fackelträger-Relief is Von Heimbach über Vogelsang zur Urfter Staumauer with a 4.5-star rating from 38 reviews.
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