Best trails near Wolkenburg
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Want to check out Wolkenburg from the trail? Good news: 32 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 32 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Wolkenburg are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.6 (289)·Hard·8.9 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrHistoric circular hiking trail in the Siebengebirge Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. This varied hike begins in Rhöndorf and leads along narrow paths past two castle ruins - Drachenfels Castle (late 19th century) and Löwenburg Castle (built in the 13th century). The route offers a magnificent view of the Rhine and the surrounding area. There are refreshment stops along the way. From the Ziepchesplatz parking lot, the trail climbs steeply uphill. Some of the paths are quite rooty, which...
- 4.6 (211)·Moderate·4.3 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrPanoramic hiking trail in Königswinter, North Rhine-Westphalia. The trail starts at the parking lot in Königswinter. The starting point can also be reached by public transport. This beautiful hike begins with an ascent to Drachenfels Castle near Königswinter. This ascent is rewarded with a magnificent view. From there, the trail continues to the Milchhäuschen, where you can stop for refreshments (note opening times). From there, the route returns past Hirschburg Castle on the Hirschberg. A...
- 4.4 (84)·Moderate·3.1 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrIdyllic round trip to Drachenschloss, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany This route leads into the Siebengebirge nature park on the beautiful Rhine. start is at the "Königswinter - Drachenfelsbahn". The hike leads along gravel roads and well-paved paths into the large park that surrounds the castle near the Drachenfels. Alternatively, the Drachenfelsbahn can be used. The name of this fairytale castle is as impressive as the castle itself. It can also be visited from the inside for a fee. From...
- 4.5 (82)·Moderate·4.9 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrThe route starts and ends at the Königswinter ferry terminal. From here it goes up to the Drachenfels, then on to the Wolkenburg. From here it gets steep and stony, but at the top there is a great narrow path with beautiful views of the Siebengebirge. Then you continue to the Milchhäusschen (delicious coffee and cake) and then back past the Drachenburg to Königswinter to the ferry.
- 4.4 (67)·Hard·14.2 mi·Est. 7–8 hrThis route follows stage 1 of the Rheinsteig, which begins in Bonn and ends in Königswinter. The trail starts at the Bonn city hall, crosses the Rhine via the Kennedy Bridge, and follows the riverbanks before heading into the forests of the Siebengebirge. It passes scenic lakes and historic landmarks like the Roman memorial stone, the Bonn Museum Mile, and Rheinaue Leisure Park, concluding with an ascent of Mount Petersberg. Overnight stays are accommodated in local guesthouses and hotels in...
- 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...
- 4.5 (45)·Moderate·3.5 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular loop trail in the Siebengebirge nature park, North Rhine-Westphalia. This short loop trail offers a good insight into the characteristic wooded hilly landscape of the Siebengebirge. You should bring enough time to visit the magnificent 19th-century Drachenburg Castle. Highlights of the hike: - Castle "Drachenburg - historic milk house - Views over the peaks of the Siebengebirge
- 4.7 (39)·Moderate·7.3 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrPanoramic loop trail in the Siebengebirge nature park, North Rhine-Westphalia. The Loewenburg is one of the "seven big mountains" of the Siebengebirge. The ruins of the Loewenburg, built in the middle of the 13th century, are enthroned 455 m high on the summit. But this loop trail offers many other highlights such as fantastic views of the Rhine Valley and the striking Drachenfels - also one of the seven big mountains - with its castle ruins from the 12th century. Highlights of the hike: -...
- 4.4 (29)·Moderate·5.5 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrTour 7 from the hiking guide "The Siebengebirge". This is a great tour in the Siebengebirge with many great views and cultural highlights. Highlights of the hike: - Ulaneneck Monument - Siegfried height - Wilhelmshöhe - Drachenfels - Castle Drachenfels - Cloud Castle - Jungfernhardt - cuckoo stone - Rhöndorf valley - Konrad Adenauer grave
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Wolkenburg?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Wolkenburg. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 28 hiking trails, 6 trail running trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Wolkenburg?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Wolkenburg is Siebengebirgs Loop: Löwenburg - Drachenfels, which has a 4.6 star rating from 289 reviews. This trail is 8.9 mi long with an elevation gain of 2,306 ft.
What is the longest trail near Wolkenburg?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Wolkenburg is Zur Löwenburg und dem Drachenfels. This trail is estimated to be 35.0 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Wolkenburg?
Wolkenburg: 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 Wolkenburg?
The most popular and difficult trail near Wolkenburg is Siebengebirgs Loop: Löwenburg - Drachenfels with a 4.6-star rating from 289 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