Best trails near Burg Wilhelmstein
3.9(211 reviews)
Want to check out Burg Wilhelmstein from the trail? Good news: 14 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. Explore Burg Wilhelmstein from one of 2 easy hiking routes or discover kid-friendly routes for your next family trip. Looking for a challenge? Choose from 12 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Burg Wilhelmstein are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.1 (45)·Moderate·5.6 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrVaried hike in Herzogenrath, North Rhine-Westphalia. The starting point is at the parking lot in Further Straße. With a few extra steps you can also use public transport. Highlights of the tour: - Along the Wurm - Former mine Furth - Duck pond - Wilhelmstein Castle with open-air stage - Refreshments - weather mushroom - Kohlscheid Cemetery
- 4.7 (45)·Moderate·6.9 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPromising hike near Aachen, North Rhine-Westphalia. The starting point of the tour is at the parking lot at the Blue Stone. Follow forest paths in a northerly direction to the Wilhelmstein Castle ruins. There is also an open-air stage and a restaurant. It then continues through the southern Wurmtal nature reserve back to the starting point. Highlights of the tour: - To the Blue Stone - Pauline Grove - Wiebusch - Wilhelmstein Castle - Small pond landscapes - Refreshments available
- 4.1 (19)·Easy·1.5 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrPopular circular hiking trail around Wilhelmstein Castle near Würselen, Rhineland-Palatinate This hiking trail leads clockwise around Wilhelmstein Castle and through the adjacent Wurmtal. The path is an official hiking trail of the tourism organization of the Aachen City Region and therefore guarantees a great hiking experience. The marking shows the route number "A2". Highlights: - Visit to Wilhelmstein Castle - Stop at the Hotel-Restaurant Alte Mühle - beautiful forest and valley paths in...
- 4.2 (39)·Moderate·4.8 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrPicturesque hike through the Wurmtal valley, North Rhine-Westphalia. The Wurmtal is something very special: one of the few undeveloped, meandering river sections in Germany flows here. The Wurm is a very structurally rich river, it has bank breaks and longitudinal banks and there are always oxbow lakes bordering it. Surrounding it are floodplains, softwood floodplain forests and hornbeam woodland, which provide a home for stag beetles, European beavers and kingfishers. Great crested newts,...
- 4.3 (19)·Moderate·9.3 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrThis hike starts in Herzogenrath and explores the southern Wurmtal nature reserve. Of course, the path leads along the Wurmtal, a beautiful forested area with small lakes. On the way there you will pass Wilhelmstein Castle, where the open-air stage is also located. Also on the way back, when the hike is about to end, you will pass Rode Castle!
- 4.3 (22)·Moderate·7.8 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrPanoramic hike in Würselen, North Rhine-Westphalia. Arriving by bus and parking facilities are available in Teuterhof. You continue past the Pauline woods on charming forest paths. But also idyllic villages adorn this round. Highlights of the tour: - Pauline Grove - Wiebusch - Kohlscheid Cemetery - Wilhelmstein Castle - fish pond - Limestone heap view & Limestone cliff view - Refreshments available
- 4.0 (3)·Moderate·7.9 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrHilly forest walk in the Wurmtal valley. This route starts at the parking lot at Erkensmühle 21, Herzogenrath. There are refreshment stops at the start of the tour, at the lake and at Wilhelmstein Castle. Wilhelmstein Castle is a particularly good place to stop and take a break. The way back leads through the fields and forests of the Broichbach valley. There are plenty of benches and shelters along the way where you can take a break.
- 5.0 (1)·Moderate·4.3 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrThis is segment 5 of the Hertog Limburg Pad, a historical long-distance trail through the former Duchy of Limburg. This hiking trail leads from Alte Mühle through the scenic Worm Valley towards the historic Rolduc Abbey. Along the way, it passes Wilhelmstein Castle and ancient church villages like Afden with rich monastic heritage. Overnight stays are available at Rolduc Abbey or nearby regional campsites. Village centers and the abbey site feature restaurants for provisions. Both endpoints...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Burg Wilhelmstein?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Burg Wilhelmstein. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 12 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Burg Wilhelmstein?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Burg Wilhelmstein is Wurmtal-Route (Herzogenrath), which has a 4.1 star rating from 45 reviews. This trail is 5.6 mi long with an elevation gain of 800 ft.
What is the longest trail near Burg Wilhelmstein?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Burg Wilhelmstein is Baesweiler- Soers - Wurmtal. This trail is estimated to be 26.0 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Burg Wilhelmstein?
Burg Wilhelmstein: With an ascent of 2,221 ft, Baesweiler- Soers - Wurmtal has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Entlang der Wurm von Geilenkirchen nach Aachen with 2,194 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Burg Wilhelmstein?
The most popular and difficult trail near Burg Wilhelmstein is Baesweiler- Soers - Wurmtal with a 4.5-star rating from 3 reviews.
