Beaver Trail (05)
10.6miLength
1,443ftElevation gain
4.5–5hrEstimated time
Loop
Popular loop trail in the North Eifel Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia.
The beaver trail (loop trail 05) can best be started from the Huertgenwald hiking car park "Brandenburg Gate". Following the hiking sign 05 you walk around the Rondsberg and along the southern shore areas of the Wehebachtalsperre. Accompanied by the Red Wehebach, the route runs south until you reach the refuge at the potato tree, from where you hike back to the car park through the Wehebachtal and Leyberg nature reserve. A great hike for the warm summer months - the beaver trail runs 100% through the forest.
Highlights of the hike:
- Wehebachtalsperre
- Huertgenbach
- idyllic forest paths
- pretty creek valleys
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Top sights
Am Kartoffelbaum
Weather shelter
Brandenburger Tor
Attraction
Wehebachtalsperre
Reservoir
Dr. Schwenke-Stein
Attraction
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Experience this 10.6-mile loop trail near Hürtgenwald, North Rhine-Westphalia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 4 h 32 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.
What is the expected weather this week for Beaver Trail (05)?
Expected weather for Beaver Trail (05) for the next 5 days is:
- Sun, September 20 - 61 degrees/clear
- Mon, September 21 - 61 degrees/clear
- Tue, September 22 - 68 degrees/clear
- Wed, September 23 - 59 degrees/clear
- Thu, September 24 - 67 degrees/clear
Where is Beaver Trail (05) located?
Beaver Trail (05) is a trail located in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park.
How hard is Beaver Trail (05)?
Beaver Trail (05) is considered a hard hike that covers 10.6 mi, with an elevation gain of 1,443 ft. It takes about 4.5–5 hr to complete. Hard trails usually cover longer distances, and may have long or steep climbs or more difficult obstacles.
What is the elevation gain for Beaver Trail (05)?
Beaver Trail (05) is considered a hard hike that covers 10.6 mi, with an elevation gain of 1,443 ft. It takes about 4.5–5 hr to complete. Hard trails usually cover longer distances, and may have long or steep climbs or more difficult obstacles.
Is Beaver Trail (05) a loop?
Beaver Trail (05) is a loop trail that covers 10.6 mi, with an elevation gain of 1,443 ft. It takes about 4.5–5 hr to complete. Loop trails have the same starting point and endpoint. You'll follow a single route without retracing your steps.
How long is Beaver Trail (05)?
Beaver Trail (05) is a loop trail that covers 10.6 mi, with an elevation gain of 1,443 ft. It takes about 4.5–5 hr to complete. Loop trails have the same starting point and endpoint. You'll follow a single route without retracing your steps.
Are dogs allowed on Beaver Trail (05)?
Yes, dogs are allowed on Beaver Trail (05), but must remain on a leash.
When is the best time of year to hike Beaver Trail (05)?
Beaver Trail (05) is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
How busy is Beaver Trail (05)?
According to trailgoers, Beaver Trail (05) is usually somewhat busy. Beaver Trail (05) is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
Are there forests at Beaver Trail (05)?
Yes, Beaver Trail (05) is a forest trail in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park.
Are there wildflowers at Beaver Trail (05)?
Yes, trailgoers have reported a variety of wildflower types on Beaver Trail (05), though the specific types can vary from month to month.
Is there wildlife at Beaver Trail (05)?
Yes, many trailgoers have spotted wildlife at Beaver Trail (05) in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park. Always observe wildlife from a safe distance.
Last updated on September 15, 2026 at 1:28 am GMT+0