Best trails near Urftsee Staumauer
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Want to check out Urftsee Staumauer from the trail? Good news: 30 trails will get you there, including hiking, camping, and backpacking 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 30 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Urftsee Staumauer 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...
- 4.6 (393)·Moderate·6.5 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrScenic loop in the Eifel National Park, North Rhine-Westphalia This beautiful Eifel hike can be walked in both directions. No matter which direction, one of the most beautiful vantage points in North Rhine-Westphalia awaits! The hike begins at the car park at the Rurberg pumping station, near Paulushofdamm. The dam is crossed and then it goes either to the left steeply up into the forest and to the Hirschley viewpoint or to the right along the banks of the Urft to the Urfttalsperre and from...
- 4.6 (244)·Hard·10.5 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrPopular loop route in the Eifel National Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. This scenic tour is all about the water. The starting point is in Einruhr, and it goes through the lush deciduous forests near the banks of the Obersee. After crossing the impressive Urftsee dam, the path runs along the banks of the Obersee in the direction of Rurberg. After crossing the Paulushofdamm, there are cafés and a snack bar in the village. On the lake's western shore, it then returns to Einruhr. If the whole...
- 4.5 (73)·Hard·11 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrPanoramic loop in the Eifel National Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. This marvellous hike is quite long, but apart from a few steep climbs, it is easy to master with a medium level of fitness. Along the way, the beautiful landscape of the Dreiborn plateau and the lakeside paths along the Obersee lake can be enjoyed. There are always benches to rest and eat at for a picnic. There are refreshment stops in Rurberg, at the Urft dam and in Einruhr. The hike can also be walked in a clockwise...
- 4.5 (49)·Moderate·2.9 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrPanoramic hike in the Eifel National Park, North Rhine-Westphalia There are several options for this hike: you can take the bus to the Urfttalsperre and hike the route from there to Rurberg. The second option is to take a boat trip from Rurberg to the Urfttalsperre and walk back from there, or you can hike back and forth from Rurberg. At the Urfttalsperre you can take a break in the excursion restaurant. The ships sail between Easter and autumn and you should find out about the sailing times...
- 4.5 (42)·Moderate·6.4 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrBeautiful hiking trail at the Urftsee in the Eifel National Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. This loop runs along the banks of the Urftsee and over shady forest paths to the Urftseetalsperre. Here you can take a break in the excursion restaurant and then start the ascent in the direction of the Honigberg. At the Hirschley viewpoint you can take a break on the benches and enjoy the view. Highlights: - Urftsee reservoir - Urftseetalsperre - Hirschley viewpoint
- 4.4 (65)·Hard·10.3 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrScenic loop twice over the Kermeter and to the Urftsee in the Eifel National Park. It starts at the hiking car park in Büdenbach. The mountainous hike leads almost exclusively through shady forests, with long ascents and descents, which are always worthwhile because of the great views. This is especially true on summer days, when the glittering lakes and the vibrant green of the forest complement each other beautifully. It goes over the forest-covered ridge of Kermeter and then over its...
- 4.8 (34)·Moderate·4.8 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrIdyllic hiking route in the Eifel National Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. Magnificent vantage points and a lot of variety are offered on this beautiful route. The water of the lakes is a constant companion - whether very close up or as a majestic background. It starts in the historic center of Einruhr. The wonderful nature rewards the small efforts of the interim increase. The goal is the Urftsee dam. Between the end of March and mid-October, one can return from there with one of the...
- 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!
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Urftsee Staumauer?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Urftsee Staumauer. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 24 hiking trails, 8 backpacking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Urftsee Staumauer?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Urftsee Staumauer 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 Urftsee Staumauer?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Urftsee Staumauer is Rurseerunde in 3 Etappen. This trail is estimated to be 38.7 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Urftsee Staumauer?
Urftsee Staumauer: With an ascent of 6,138 ft, Rurseerunde in 3 Etappen has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Buntsandsteinroute with 4,822 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Urftsee Staumauer?
The most popular and difficult trail near Urftsee Staumauer is Water Landscape Route with a 4.6-star rating from 244 reviews.
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