Buntsandsteinroute
25.6miLength
4,822ftElevation gain
12.5–13.5hrEstimated time
Point to point
A tour that can be divided into 3 parts. Here is a suggestion: Tour 1 The red sandstone route begins at Kreuzau train station, leaves the local situation and leads over the Ruraue to Üdingen. There the path gradually climbs so that you can enjoy the impressive panorama of the Obermaubach reservoir on the Mausauel. Over the Eugenienstein and above the Rather Felsen, the route finally reaches Nideggen on winding nature trails through the Hindenburgor and the Christinenley rock group and more than lives up to its name. Tour 2: From the market square in Nideggen, tour 2 leads over the red sandstone route and the partner path, the Eifelsteig, first below the castle, then along the Effelsfelsen and in the evening through the Kühlenbusch. Between the evenings and the houses, the edge of the Eifel National Park is touched for the first time and on the last 5 kilometers to Heimbach only the Hausen Busch gets in the way of the hikers. However, this climbed quickly and the smallest city in North Rhine-Westphalia attracts with its gastronomic offer. Tour 3: From the market square in Nideggen, tour 2 leads over the red sandstone route and the partner path, the Eifelsteig, first below the castle, then along the Effelsfelsen and after the evening through the Kühlenbusch. Between the evenings and the houses, the edge of the Eifel National Park is touched for the first time and on the last 5 kilometers to Heimbach only the Hausen Busch gets in the way of the hikers. However, this climbed quickly and the smallest city in North Rhine-Westphalia attracts with its gastronomic offer.
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Top sights
Rur
River
Obersee
Reservoir
Urftsee
Reservoir
Glatte Wand
Cliff
Musikpavillon
Hut
Kickley
Peak
Burg Hengebach
Castle
Winadifels
Cliff
Christinenley
Viewpoint
Hindenburgtor
Attraction
Zwei Brüder
Attraction
3. Hinkelstein
Attraction
4. Hinkelstein
Attraction
Eugenienstein
Peak
Hirtzley
Peak
Eingangsturm
Attraction
Teufelsklau
Attraction
Eifelblick Effelsdach
Viewpoint
Castor & Pollux
Attraction
Affenfelsen
Attraction
Aachener Wand
Attraction
Obstwand
Attraction
Talwächter
Attraction
Vogelwand
Attraction
Wetterfahnenturm
Viewpoint
Staubecken Heimbach
Reservoir
Riesentor
Viewpoint
Wilder Weg
Attraction
Urftsee Staumauer
Attraction
Burgwand
Viewpoint
Burg Nideggen
Viewpoint
Waldkapelle
Picnic site
Campingplatz Hetzingen
Campsite
Kuehlenbusch
Viewpoint
Campingplatz Felsenblick
Campsite
Bildchesberg
Peak
Hirtzley
Cliff
Waldgesellen
Cliff
Eifelblick Waldkapelle Obermaubach
Viewpoint
Rurtalblick
Viewpoint
Effelsley
Attraction
Wohnmobilstellplatz Danzley
Caravan site
2. Hinkelstein
Attraction
Festspiele Burg Nideggen
Attraction
Rurblick
Viewpoint
Aussichtswarte
Attraction
Hintere Wand
Attraction
Kamuckenwand
Attraction
Pfarrgarten
Garden
Haus Friedensthal
Campsite
Felsenblick
Viewpoint
Hindenburgtor
Viewpoint
1. Hinkelstein
Attraction
Klein Schweden
Campsite
Rurthal von Abercron
Campsite
An den drei Erken
Picnic site
Top sights
Rur
River
Obersee
Reservoir
Urftsee
Reservoir
Glatte Wand
Cliff
Musikpavillon
Hut
Kickley
Peak
Burg Hengebach
Castle
Winadifels
Cliff
Christinenley
Viewpoint
Hindenburgtor
Attraction
Zwei Brüder
Attraction
3. Hinkelstein
Attraction
4. Hinkelstein
Attraction
Eugenienstein
Peak
Hirtzley
Peak
Eingangsturm
Attraction
Teufelsklau
Attraction
Eifelblick Effelsdach
Viewpoint
Castor & Pollux
Attraction
Affenfelsen
Attraction
Aachener Wand
Attraction
Obstwand
Attraction
Talwächter
Attraction
Vogelwand
Attraction
Wetterfahnenturm
Viewpoint
Staubecken Heimbach
Reservoir
Riesentor
Viewpoint
Wilder Weg
Attraction
Urftsee Staumauer
Attraction
Burgwand
Viewpoint
Burg Nideggen
Viewpoint
Waldkapelle
Picnic site
Campingplatz Hetzingen
Campsite
Kuehlenbusch
Viewpoint
Campingplatz Felsenblick
Campsite
Bildchesberg
Peak
Hirtzley
Cliff
Waldgesellen
Cliff
Eifelblick Waldkapelle Obermaubach
Viewpoint
Rurtalblick
Viewpoint
Effelsley
Attraction
Wohnmobilstellplatz Danzley
Caravan site
2. Hinkelstein
Attraction
Festspiele Burg Nideggen
Attraction
Rurblick
Viewpoint
Aussichtswarte
Attraction
Hintere Wand
Attraction
Kamuckenwand
Attraction
Pfarrgarten
Garden
Haus Friedensthal
Campsite
Felsenblick
Viewpoint
Hindenburgtor
Viewpoint
1. Hinkelstein
Attraction
Klein Schweden
Campsite
Rurthal von Abercron
Campsite
An den drei Erken
Picnic site
Popular times
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Head out on this 25.6-mile point-to-point trail near Kreuzau, North Rhine-Westphalia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 12 h 6 min to complete. This is a popular trail for backpacking, camping, and hiking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are March through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.
What is the expected weather this week for Buntsandsteinroute?
Expected weather for Buntsandsteinroute for the next 5 days is:
- Sun, September 20 - 66 degrees/clear
- Mon, September 21 - 65 degrees/clear
- Tue, September 22 - 76 degrees/clear
- Wed, September 23 - 64 degrees/clear
- Thu, September 24 - 70 degrees/clear
Where is Buntsandsteinroute located?
Buntsandsteinroute is a trail located in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park.
How hard is Buntsandsteinroute?
Buntsandsteinroute is considered a hard hike that covers 25.6 mi, with an elevation gain of 4,822 ft. It takes about 12.5–13.5 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 Buntsandsteinroute?
Buntsandsteinroute is considered a hard hike that covers 25.6 mi, with an elevation gain of 4,822 ft. It takes about 12.5–13.5 hr to complete. Hard trails usually cover longer distances, and may have long or steep climbs or more difficult obstacles.
Is Buntsandsteinroute a point to point trail?
Buntsandsteinroute is a point to point trail that covers 25.6 mi, with an elevation gain of 4,822 ft. It takes about 12.5–13.5 hr to complete. Point-to-point routes have a different starting point and endpoint. The length of the trail refers to one-way travel on this route. Don't forget to plan for transportation when exploring point-to-point routes!
How long is Buntsandsteinroute?
Buntsandsteinroute is a point to point trail that covers 25.6 mi, with an elevation gain of 4,822 ft. It takes about 12.5–13.5 hr to complete. Point-to-point routes have a different starting point and endpoint. The length of the trail refers to one-way travel on this route. Don't forget to plan for transportation when exploring point-to-point routes!
Are dogs allowed on Buntsandsteinroute?
Yes, dogs are allowed on Buntsandsteinroute, but must remain on a leash.
When is the best time of year to hike Buntsandsteinroute?
March to October is the most popular time of year to visit Buntsandsteinroute.
How busy is Buntsandsteinroute?
According to trailgoers, Buntsandsteinroute is usually somewhat busy. March to October is the most popular time of year to visit Buntsandsteinroute.
Are there rivers at Buntsandsteinroute?
Yes, Buntsandsteinroute is near Rur.
Are there scenic views at Buntsandsteinroute?
Yes, according to trailgoers, Buntsandsteinroute features multiple scenic viewpoints. Some of the viewpoints include Christinenley, Eifelblick Effelsdach, Wetterfahnenturm, Riesentor, and Burgwand.
Is camping allowed at Buntsandsteinroute?
Camping is allowed on Buntsandsteinroute in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park. Camping accommodations vary, and can include campsites, dispersed camping, huts, or in-town accommodations. You should always double check if a permit is required.
Is backpacking allowed at Buntsandsteinroute?
Backpacking is allowed on Buntsandsteinroute. Backpacking trails are typically longer and are often point-to-point trails. Camping accommodations vary, and can include campsites, dispersed camping, huts, or in-town accommodations. You should always double check if a permit is required.
Are there forests at Buntsandsteinroute?
Yes, Buntsandsteinroute is a forest trail in Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature Park.
Last updated on September 20, 2026 at 1:15 am GMT+0