Best trails near Sengbachtalsperre
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Want to check out Sengbachtalsperre from the trail? Good news: 19 trails will get you there, including camping and 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 19 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Sengbachtalsperre are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
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- 4.6 (119)·Moderate·7.1 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrPanoramic loop in North Rhine-Westphalia This route leads around the Sengbach reservoir, one of the oldest German drinking water reservoirs, which was built around 1900. At the beginning and end of the tour there are some steep climbs and descents. Sturdy shoes are recommended. If you wish, you can take a detour to Burg Castle. Start at the free Eschbachstraße hikers' car park. There are cafés and restaurants to stop at at the starting point. Highlights: - Castle Burg
- 4.5 (80)·Moderate·8.3 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrScenic hiking tour in Schmidt, North Rhine-Westphalia. On this hike, hikers are repeatedly rewarded with beautiful views of the dam, Burg Castle, and the surrounding forests. From the parking lot in Glüder, which is subject to a charge, it goes through the beautiful low mountain range landscape. In Unterburg (Wupper) and Oberburg (Schloss Burg), route boards provide information about other hiking opportunities. The Sengbachtalsperre was built in 1903 and is one of the oldest drinking water...
- 4.7 (54)·Hard·9.9 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrVaried hiking tour in the Bergisches Land Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. The loop starts at Solingen-Schaberg railroad station and leads through beautiful and varied natural landscapes. Passing the Diederichtempel temple, the trail follows the course of the Wupper. You soon reach Burg Castle, where there are several places to stop for refreshments. The route leads through forest and open countryside via Dorperhof back to the starting point. There are always great views. Highlights: -...
- 4.6 (55)·Moderate·7 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrHistoric and scenic hiking tour in the Bergisches Land Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. The tour starts at the Angerscheid hiking car park on the Klingenpfad trail and leads through the beautiful nature reserve of the valley and slopes of the Wupper with its side streams. A special highlight is a visit to Schloss Burg. There is a museum, various cafés and restaurants to stop off at. Highlights of the hike: - Wupper bridge Wiesenkotten - Sengbach dam - Schloss Burg (Castle Burg)
- 4.6 (32)·Moderate·6.6 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular loop trail in the Bergisches Land nature park, North Rhine-Westphalia. This hike starts at the famous Burg Castle, which is of course worth a visit! The route explores the area south and west of the castle. It crosses the hills and forests and crosses the Sengbachtalsperre. Then it goes north, where it finally meets the Wupper. The trail leads along the Wupper back to the castle. Highlights of the hike: - Castle Burg - Sengbachtalsperre - Wupper
- 4.4 (22)·Moderate·5.6 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrFamily-friendly hike with great views in the Bergisches Land nature park, North Rhine-Westphalia. Very nice hiking trail that leads through the Bergisches Land nature park. The Wupper, which partly accompanies you on the hike, is particularly beautiful. Highlights of the tour: - Refreshments available - Accessible by bus and train - Along the Wupper - Local flora and fauna - Beautiful natural landscapes
- 4.5 (23)·Hard·12.9 mi·Est. 6–7 hrA nice tour through the Bergisches Land. You can get into the circuit at various points, here there is a parking lot near Wiesenkotten if you come from Solingen. The waymark is a B in a circle, but the signage is not always complete. It is worth visiting the Burg Castle and the Bergisches Museum.
- 4.5 (28)·Moderate·4 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrPromising and varied excursion in Brachhausen near Leichlingen, North Rhine-Westphalia. Exciting round for a small nature adventure, which leads to the Sengbachtalsperre. Highlights of the tour: - Interesting local flora and fauna - Opportunities for viewing - Delightful natural landscapes - Sengbachtalsperre
- 4.8 (10)·Hard·9.9 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hrHistorical and beautiful hiking tour in Unterburg, North Rhine-Westphalia. The circular hike starts from the car park on the Wupper in Unterburg and leads to the Sengbachtalsperre and along the Wupper. Highlights: - Shore path along the Wupper - View of the Sengbachtalsperre - Reconstructed castle Schloss Burg with gastronomy and museums - Historic district of Burg an der Wupper - Accessible by bus and train - Refreshments available
- 4.7 (8)·Hard·9.6 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrPicturesque and cultural loop in Solingen, North Rhine-Westphalia. This popular loop starts at Burg Castle. It is named after the Burg pretzel, which, unlike the pretzel, is made from sweet dough. The hiking sign for the pretzel trail is a B in a circle. This is the smaller version. It leads from the starting point in the direction of Oberes Sengbachtal to the dam of the same name. It has been one of the first drinking water reservoirs in Germany since 1903. The route continues along the...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Sengbachtalsperre?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Sengbachtalsperre. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 14 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Sengbachtalsperre?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Sengbachtalsperre is Unterburg - Sengbach, which has a 4.6 star rating from 119 reviews. This trail is 7.1 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,345 ft.
What is the longest trail near Sengbachtalsperre?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Sengbachtalsperre is Von Hilden zur Sengbachtalsperre. This trail is estimated to be 34.1 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Sengbachtalsperre?
Sengbachtalsperre: With an ascent of 4,314 ft, Von Hilden zur Sengbachtalsperre has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is MTB: Köln nach Witzhelden durch das Dhünntal with 3,579 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Sengbachtalsperre?
The most popular and difficult trail near Sengbachtalsperre is Schaberg - Schloss Burg along the Wupper with a 4.7-star rating from 54 reviews.
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- Wupper
- Kastelei
- Burg Hohenscheid
- Drei-Insel-Teich
- Teufelsklippen
- Ringwallanlage Wiesenkotten
- Kaiserlinde
- Sengbach Vorsperre
- Waldcamping Glüder
- Obergraben Kraftwerk
- Müngstener Brücke
- Turm - Kriegerdenkmal
- Sengbachtalsperre
- Hubraum
- Diederichstempel
- Pavillon Kamaradschaft Biene
- Heidegarten
- Fluchtburg Heidenkeller
- am Klingenpfaddenkmal
- Schloss Caspersbroich