Runde am Laacher See
26.9miLength
4,730ftElevation gain
Loop
High-level bike tour in Glees, Rhineland-Palatinate.
This round takes you around the Laacher See and offers wonderful views. Some of the paths are a bit too overgrown or there are a few tree trunks across the way, but otherwise great.
Highlights of the tour:
- Laacher lake
- Kruft oven
- Devil's Pulpit
- Krayer Hof
- Trass cave
- Berthold pit
- Refreshments available
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Top sights
Trasshöhle
Cave
Teufelsknochen
Peak
Sauerbrunnen
Spring
Brohltal
Valley
Laacher See
Lake
Kurfürstenbrunnen
Spring
Trasshöhlen
Attraction
Bimsgrube
Attraction
Benediktinerabtei Maria Laach
Attraction
Camping Laacher See
Campsite
Krufter Ofen
Peak
Schweppenburgblick
Viewpoint
Klosterruine Tönnisstein
Monastery
Teufelskanzel
Viewpoint
Ahrefeld-Hütte
Weather shelter
Pferdebrunnen
Spring
Tumulus von Nickenich
Attraction
Wolfsschlucht
Attraction
Pöntertal-Hütte
Weather shelter
Lydia-Turm
Viewpoint
Veitskopf
Peak
Aussichtspunkt auf Laacher See (wenn Bäume ohne Laub)
Viewpoint
Krayer Hof
Castle
Burgstall Burg Laach
Archaeological site
Schwarze Wand
Cliff
Nastberg
Peak
Mofette
Attraction
Sauerbrunnen "Brünnchen"
Spring
Schöne Aussicht
Viewpoint
Nischengrabmal von Nickenich
Attraction
Hermann-Hütte
Weather shelter
Grube Berthold
Ruins
Eingang Grube Berthold
Cave
Römerbrunnen
Spring
Angelikaquelle
Spring
Hummerich
Peak
Heathhead
Peak
Nastberg
Viewpoint
Top sights
Trasshöhle
Cave
Teufelsknochen
Peak
Sauerbrunnen
Spring
Brohltal
Valley
Laacher See
Lake
Kurfürstenbrunnen
Spring
Trasshöhlen
Attraction
Bimsgrube
Attraction
Benediktinerabtei Maria Laach
Attraction
Camping Laacher See
Campsite
Krufter Ofen
Peak
Schweppenburgblick
Viewpoint
Klosterruine Tönnisstein
Monastery
Teufelskanzel
Viewpoint
Ahrefeld-Hütte
Weather shelter
Pferdebrunnen
Spring
Tumulus von Nickenich
Attraction
Wolfsschlucht
Attraction
Pöntertal-Hütte
Weather shelter
Lydia-Turm
Viewpoint
Veitskopf
Peak
Aussichtspunkt auf Laacher See (wenn Bäume ohne Laub)
Viewpoint
Krayer Hof
Castle
Burgstall Burg Laach
Archaeological site
Schwarze Wand
Cliff
Nastberg
Peak
Mofette
Attraction
Sauerbrunnen "Brünnchen"
Spring
Schöne Aussicht
Viewpoint
Nischengrabmal von Nickenich
Attraction
Hermann-Hütte
Weather shelter
Grube Berthold
Ruins
Eingang Grube Berthold
Cave
Römerbrunnen
Spring
Angelikaquelle
Spring
Hummerich
Peak
Heathhead
Peak
Nastberg
Viewpoint
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Try this 26.9-mile loop trail near Glees, Rhineland-Palatine. Generally considered a moderately challenging route. This is a popular trail for camping, mountain biking, and scenic driving, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day.
What is the expected weather this week for Runde am Laacher See?
Expected weather for Runde am Laacher See for the next 5 days is:
- Tue, September 22 - 65 degrees/limpo
- Wed, September 23 - 62 degrees/aguaceiros
- Thu, September 24 - 65 degrees/limpo
- Fri, September 25 - 71 degrees/limpo
- Sat, September 26 - 77 degrees/limpo
Where is Runde am Laacher See located?
Runde am Laacher See is a trail located in Glees, Rhineland-Palatine, Germany.
Are dogs allowed on Runde am Laacher See?
Dogs may be allowed on Runde am Laacher See. Be sure to check regulations before heading out.
Are there lakes at Runde am Laacher See?
Yes, Runde am Laacher See is near Laacher See.
Are there waterfalls at Runde am Laacher See?
Yes, Runde am Laacher See has a scenic view of Viewpoint.
Are there scenic views at Runde am Laacher See?
Yes, according to trailgoers, Runde am Laacher See features multiple scenic viewpoints. Some of the viewpoints include Schweppenburgblick, Teufelskanzel, Lydia-Turm, Aussichtspunkt auf Laacher See (wenn Bäume ohne Laub), and Schöne Aussicht.
Is camping allowed at Runde am Laacher See?
Camping is allowed on Runde am Laacher See. 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 mountain biking allowed at Runde am Laacher See?
Mountain biking is allowed on Runde am Laacher See. Double check if the trail is mixed use or MTB-only.
Is scenic driving allowed at Runde am Laacher See?
Scenic driving is allowed on Runde am Laacher See. You should always double check if a permit is required.
Are there forests at Runde am Laacher See?
Yes, Runde am Laacher See is a forest trail.
Last updated on September 17, 2026 at 4:11 am GMT+0