Pulheim - Zons
32.3miLength
1,916ftElevation gain
Loop
Great day tour by bike in the Rhineland Nature Park.
This great cycle tour offers both beautiful views for the eyes and tasty treats for the stomach. The route is easy to cycle in both directions, so there is no recommended direction. At Knechtsteden Abbey, it is worth visiting not only the abbey tavern but also the basilica. The medieval town of Zons offers plenty of atmosphere and many places to stop for refreshments. The Piwipp, formerly a horse changing station and hostel on the historic towpath, is now a pub with a beer garden right on the Rhine and is well worth a visit. Another highlight of the tour is the avenue between Dormagen and Delhoven. The route also passes the zoo here. The adjacent Geopark provides a brief insight into our geological history.
Highlights:
- Knechtsteden Abbey
- Piwipp
- geopark
- Animal Park
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Top sights
Kräutergarten
Garden
Imkerei Speer
Attraction
Torhaus Knechtsteden
Attraction
Basilika Knechtsteden
Church
St. Martinus
Attraction
Friedestrom
Castle
Schloss Friedestrom
Attraction
Historische Windmühle Zons
Tower
Schloss Arff
Castle
Missionshaus Knechtsteden
Monastery
Eisbrecher
Tower
Wegekreuz Schmitz
Attraction
Juddeturm
Tower
Wehrturm - Schloss Friedestrom
Tower
Wood Castle
Attraction
Der Steinklopfer
Attraction
Zollturm
Attraction
To St. Peter's
Attraction
Tavern
Attraction
St. Pankratius
Attraction
Restaurant Pizzeria Mediterran
Attraction
Pfefferbüchse
Tower
Südtor
Attraction
Schlossgarten
Garden
To the Feldtor
Attraction
Customs House
Attraction
Damwild
Attraction
Sikawild
Attraction
Weideschweine
Attraction
Kolvenbach Cemetery
Attraction
Haus zur Trapp
Building
Barbara Kapelle
Attraction
Top sights
Kräutergarten
Garden
Imkerei Speer
Attraction
Torhaus Knechtsteden
Attraction
Basilika Knechtsteden
Church
St. Martinus
Attraction
Friedestrom
Castle
Schloss Friedestrom
Attraction
Historische Windmühle Zons
Tower
Schloss Arff
Castle
Missionshaus Knechtsteden
Monastery
Eisbrecher
Tower
Wegekreuz Schmitz
Attraction
Juddeturm
Tower
Wehrturm - Schloss Friedestrom
Tower
Wood Castle
Attraction
Der Steinklopfer
Attraction
Zollturm
Attraction
To St. Peter's
Attraction
Tavern
Attraction
St. Pankratius
Attraction
Restaurant Pizzeria Mediterran
Attraction
Pfefferbüchse
Tower
Südtor
Attraction
Schlossgarten
Garden
To the Feldtor
Attraction
Customs House
Attraction
Damwild
Attraction
Sikawild
Attraction
Weideschweine
Attraction
Kolvenbach Cemetery
Attraction
Haus zur Trapp
Building
Barbara Kapelle
Attraction
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Check out this 32.3-mile loop trail near Pulheim, North Rhine-Westphalia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route. This is a very popular area for birding, mountain biking, and bike touring, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
What is the expected weather this week for Pulheim - Zons?
Expected weather for Pulheim - Zons for the next 5 days is:
- Sun, September 20 - 66 degrees/clear
- Mon, September 21 - 63 degrees/clear
- Tue, September 22 - 67 degrees/clear
- Wed, September 23 - 63 degrees/drizzle
- Thu, September 24 - 68 degrees/clear
Where is Pulheim - Zons located?
Pulheim - Zons is a trail located in Rhineland Nature Park.
Are dogs allowed on Pulheim - Zons?
Dogs may be allowed on Pulheim - Zons. Be sure to check regulations before heading out.
When is the best time of year to hike Pulheim - Zons?
Pulheim - Zons is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
How busy is Pulheim - Zons?
According to trailgoers, Pulheim - Zons is usually busy. Pulheim - Zons is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
Is there birding at Pulheim - Zons?
Yes, trailgoers have said that Pulheim - Zons is good for birding. Various bird species have been spotted on the trail and in the surrounding area.
Is mountain biking allowed at Pulheim - Zons?
Mountain biking is allowed on Pulheim - Zons in Rhineland Nature Park. Double check if the trail is mixed use or MTB-only.
Is Pulheim - Zons paved?
Yes, according to trailgoers, Pulheim - Zons is partially paved.
Are there forests at Pulheim - Zons?
Yes, Pulheim - Zons is a forest trail in Rhineland Nature Park.
Are there wildflowers at Pulheim - Zons?
Yes, trailgoers have reported a variety of wildflower types on Pulheim - Zons, though the specific types can vary from month to month.
Last updated on September 16, 2026 at 10:32 pm GMT+0