Best trails near Philosopheneck
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Want to check out Philosopheneck from the trail? Good news: 7 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 7 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Philosopheneck are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.7 (29)·Moderate·6.2 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrAtmospheric hiking trail near Manderscheid in Rhineland-Palatinate This hike starts at the Heidsmühle in the south of Manderscheid and first runs south in the valley of the Lieser and then changes to the valley of the Kleine Kyll in a northerly direction. Highlights: - Manderscheid castle pond - Hiking at the small Kyll & Lieser - beautiful valley hike
- 4.5 (64)·Hard·10 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrOfficial looop in the Vulkaneifel near Manderscheid, Rhineland-Palatinate From the parking lot at the swimming pool, it's still a short distance to the start of this hike and into the beautiful landscape of the Vulkaneifeltouren. Narrow paths lead along impressive cliffs and the calm atmosphere of nature can be enjoyed to the fullest along babbling brooks. Again and again there are views of the Manderscheid castles. There are cafés and restaurants in Pantenburg, Laufeld and...
- 4.2 (37)·Hard·11.6 mi·Est. 6–6.5 hrThis route is stage 12 of the Eifelsteig, a long-distance trail through North Rhine-Westphalia and Rhineland-Palatinate. This specific section starts in Manderscheid and ends at Himmerod Abbey. The path leads from the Manderscheid castles down into the rocky Lieser Valley, where hikers follow challenging, narrow trails along steep cliffs high above the winding river. After leaving the secluded wilderness of the river valley, the route crosses open hilly landscapes to reach the 12th-century...
- 4.6 (28)·Hard·16.7 mi·Est. 8–9 hrImpressive geological loop in the Eifel, near Manderscheid, Rhineland-Palatinate. Under the motto “Maars, castles and primeval nature”, this hike leads through the Volcanic Eifel. Maars are hollows of volcanic origin. Depending on the preferences, it can be divided into 2 day hikes, but can also be explored in one go. It starts in Manderscheid with, at best, good footwear. On this tour into the volcanic past, exertion, but also many geophysical features and unique natural gems can be...
- 4.4 (30)·Hard·14.4 mi·Est. 7.5–8 hrThis route is stage 3 of the Lieserpfad, the most scenic and physically demanding section of this long-distance trail in Rhineland-Palatinate. The section starts in Manderscheid and ends in Wittlich. Narrow, rocky trails lead through the Vulkaneifel forests, requiring surefootedness. Hikers are rewarded with spectacular panoramic views from Robertskanzel and the Burgberg observation deck. Overnight stays are available in guesthouses and hotels in Manderscheid or Wittlich; wild camping is...
- 5.0 (1)·Hard·13.2 mi·Est. 6.5–7.5 hrVaried hike in the Vulkaneifel Nature and Geopark, Rhineland-Palatinate. This 20 km long route leads from Manderscheid through the lovely valley of the Lieser. The destination of the hike is the Himmerrod Monastery, which was founded in 1134-1135. Here you can stop at the neighboring inn and stay the night if necessary. Highlights of the hike: - Manderscheid - View of the ruins of the Biederburg - Himmerrod Monastery - Valley of the Lieser - Natural paths
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Philosopheneck?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Philosopheneck. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 6 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Philosopheneck?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Philosopheneck is Von der Heidsmühle ins Liesertal, which has a 4.7 star rating from 29 reviews. This trail is 6.2 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,377 ft.
What is the longest trail near Philosopheneck?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Philosopheneck is VulkaMaar Trail. This trail is estimated to be 16.7 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Philosopheneck?
Philosopheneck: With an ascent of 4,704 ft, Manderscheid-Wittlich has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is VulkaMaar Trail with 3,074 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Philosopheneck?
The most popular and difficult trail near Philosopheneck is Vulkaneifel-Pfad: Grafschaft-Pfad with a 4.5-star rating from 64 reviews.