Moselsteig Stage 21: Moselkern - Löf

This route follows stage 21 of the Moselsteig, connecting Moselkern with the wine village of Löf on a particularly panoramic and physically active section. The hike starts with a challenging, steep trail up through the vineyards, which quickly rewards hikers upon reaching a spectacular ridgeline path. Among the absolute highlights is the "Küppchen" viewpoint, which offers sweeping vistas over the Moselle and Baybach valleys as well as the nearby Bischofstein Castle, and is well-known as a launch site for paragliders. After a stretch running parallel to the famous "Hatzenporter Laysteig" dream trail, the route descends into Hatzenport, climbs once more toward the Rabenlay ridge, and finally winds down through dense, Mediterranean-style boxwood groves into the destination town of Löf. Overnight stays are available in the cozy guesthouses and wineries in Moselkern, Hatzenport, or Löf; wild camping is prohibited. Refreshments can be found in abundance within all three wine villages along the trail, each known for its regional cuisine and excellent Riesling wines. Transport is ideally facilitated by the train stations in Moselkern, Hatzenport, and Löf on the Moselle line (RE 1 / RB 81), offering regular and direct connections toward Koblenz and Trier; schedules and transit information can be found at https://www.vrt-info.de.