Best trails near Rheintor
4.4(87 reviews)
Want to check out Rheintor from the trail? Good news: 5 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 5 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Rheintor are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.5 (40)·Hard·11.6 mi·Est. 6–6.5 hrThis route follows stage 3 of the Rheinsteig, which begins in Bad Honnef and ends in Linz am Rhein. The trail leads through the wooded hills of the Siebengebirge, climbing past the Stux viewpoint, the volcanic Leyberg summit, and the Hähnerbachtal waterfall. Hikers pass the Erpeler Ley basalt plateau, which offers views of the Remagen Bridge ruins, before descending past Ockenfels Castle into the historic old town of Linz. Overnight stays are accommodated in local guesthouses and hotels;...
- 4.4 (32)·Moderate·7.9 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrThis route follows Stage 4 of the Rheinsteig, which begins in Linz am Rhein and ends in Bad Hönningen. The trail starts in the historic old town of Linz and follows a scenic path through the Römerland region, featuring a variety of forests, meadows, and vineyards. Hikers pass Dattenberg Castle and the village museum before enjoying sweeping views from the Kaiserberg and Römerich. After the ridge near Ariendorf, the route runs directly through the grounds of Arenfels Castle and descends into...
- 3.6 (6)·Hard·9.1 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrPopular hike in the Rhineland-Westerwald Nature Park, Rhineland-Palatinate. This is a scenic and eventful hike on the Rheinsteig from Unkel via the Erpeler Ley and Linz to Dattenberg. From Dattenberg you hike back to Linz along the banks of the Rhine and then take the boat back to Unkel. Highlights of the hike: - Unkel - Views of the Rhine - Basalt rock "Erpeler Ley" - Boat trip (fee)
- 4.3 (4)·Moderate·31.1 mi·Est. 14–15.5 hrPopular mountain bike tour along the Rhine near Bonn, North Rhine-Westphalia. This mountain bike route starts near Bonn-Mehlem railway station, making it easy to travel to and from the station by train. The route goes via Remagen to Kripp and from there takes the ferry across to Linz. From there, the route leads directly up the Kasbachtal railway to Kalenborn. The route now takes a rather sporty route over the Siebengebirge mountains before heading downhill towards Königswinter. Here, the...
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike near Rheintor?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Rheintor is Rheinsteig Stage 3: Bad Honnef - Linz, which has a 4.5 star rating from 40 reviews. This trail is 11.6 mi long with an elevation gain of 2,293 ft.
What is the longest trail near Rheintor?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Rheintor is MTB Tour: Königswinter - Linz - Siebengebirge Mountains. This trail is estimated to be 31.1 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Rheintor?
Rheintor: With an ascent of 4,855 ft, MTB Tour: Königswinter - Linz - Siebengebirge Mountains has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Linz nach Bad Breisig und Bad Honnef with 3,188 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Rheintor?
The most popular and difficult trail near Rheintor is Rheinsteig Stage 3: Bad Honnef - Linz with a 4.5-star rating from 40 reviews.