Hersdorf, a region in the Eifelkreis Bitburg-Prüm of Germany, is characterized by its unique volcanic landscape, making it a notable destination for outdoor activities. Part of the UNESCO Global Geopark Vulkaneifel, the area features distinct volcanic craters known as Maars, dense forests, and rolling hills. Rivers like the Kyll and Nims carve through the terrain, contributing to diverse environments suitable for several sports like hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, mountain biking, and more. This geological history provides varied terrain for…
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190
hikers
8.99km
02:30
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.

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13.7km
03:47
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220m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.

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Easy hike. Easily walkable paths.

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.
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54.5km
02:21
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460m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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01:55
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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01:48
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Easy road ride. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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31.0km
02:41
490m
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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32.9km
02:08
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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15.1km
01:11
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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33.7km
02:14
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
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48.4km
04:07
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800m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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33.8km
02:33
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required.

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01:10
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Easy mountain bike ride.

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02:15
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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16.7km
01:52
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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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10.4km
01:09
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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5.98km
00:40
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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9.59km
01:03
170m
170m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
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11
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38.9km
03:05
780m
780m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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48.3km
03:06
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600m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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38.6km
02:45
610m
600m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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35.0km
02:34
540m
540m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
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Hersdorf offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Road cycling, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region features more than 50 routes, with an average rating of 4.56 stars from over 22,000 visitors.
Hersdorf is characterized by its volcanic past, featuring distinct volcanic craters known as Maars, dense forests, and rolling hills. Rivers like the Kyll and Nims carve through the terrain, contributing to diverse environments. The area is part of the UNESCO Global Geopark Vulkaneifel.
Yes, Hersdorf offers numerous hiking opportunities for all skill levels, with 23 dedicated hiking routes. Trails like the "Panoramaweg" provide views of valleys and villages, while the "Forest Trail" offers shaded paths. More information can be found in the Hiking around Hersdorf guide.
Hersdorf is suitable for road cycling due to its well-maintained asphalt roads. Routes offer varied terrain, from gentle climbs to challenging mountain tours. Cyclists can explore historic buildings and scenic viewpoints along the way. Discover routes in the Road Cycling Routes around Hersdorf guide.
Hersdorf is an excellent starting point for touring cyclists, with 13 touring cycling routes. The Kylltal cycle path, a well-signposted 80-mile (130-kilometer) route, follows the Kyll River. The Volcanic Eifel Maars cycle routes allow exploration of the famous crater lakes. Find more details in the Cycling around Hersdorf guide.
Yes, Hersdorf offers 10 mountain biking routes, utilizing the region's varied topography. These trails often traverse rock formations and provide ascents and descents with views of river valleys. The MTB Trails around Hersdorf guide provides more information.
Hersdorf offers specially marked hiking routes that pass by historic mills and buildings, suitable for families. The diverse landscape, including forests and river valleys, provides engaging environments for various outdoor activities. Many trails are accessible for different age groups.
The region's main natural features include volcanic craters (Maars), dense forests, rolling hills, and clear streams like the Kyll and Nims. Geological formations such as pumice and basalt layers are visible. Areas like "Schönecker Schweiz" and "Bollendorf rock forest" feature impressive rock formations.
Hersdorf is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 22,000 visitors sharing their experiences. The available routes have received an average rating of 4.56 out of 5 stars from over 4,200 ratings. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Hersdorf, covering various sports. These include guides for Hiking, Road Cycling, Touring Cycling, MTB Trails, Running Trails, and Gravel biking.
The official website for Hersdorf, providing additional information about the region, is hersdorf-eifel.de. Visitors can find details on local attractions and services there.
Yes, Hersdorf provides options for both jogging and gravel biking. There are 5 dedicated jogging routes and routes suitable for gravel biking. Komoot offers guides such as Running Trails around Hersdorf and Gravel biking around Hersdorf for these activities.

