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Geierlay suspension rope bridge – Mörsdorfer Bach Bridge Crossing loop from Liesenich

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Cochem-Zell

Liesenich

Geierlay suspension rope bridge – Mörsdorfer Bach Bridge Crossing loop from Liesenich

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Geierlay suspension rope bridge – Mörsdorfer Bach Bridge Crossing loop from Liesenich

07:39

26.7km

550m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: March 21, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that may be dangerous

Parts of this route comprise highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.

After 23.1 km for 286 m

After 23.9 km for 278 m

After 24.7 km for 174 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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2.63 km

Viewpoint

8.80 km

View of the Geierlay suspension bridge

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Great fun for young and old... and definitely good to do... even if the trouser leg flaps a little...😇

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11.8 km

Geierlay suspension rope bridge

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The bridge has a total length of 360 m and is thus one of the longest suspended rope bridges in Europe. The maximum height above the ground is just under 100 meters. The dead weight is 62 tons. The bridge can be accessed for free and is open year-round except during storms and thunderstorms.
The name of the bridge is taken from the field name of the district on which the bridge is located: A rocky slope called Geierslay, which probably got this name, because in the vicinity of the rock (see also Ley) numerous birds of prey live. The word "vulture", derived from the Middle High German "gir" as a noun of "greedy", is still a trivial term for a number of different species of birds of prey.
The overall concept of the Geierlay includes a visitor center with a large pay parking, also for coaches. In the visitor center there is a bistro. The bridge itself can only be reached on foot or by bike over 1.8 km of well-paved path. For the way back I do not recommend the same way over the bridge, but through the valley below, which is very nice.

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12.3 km

Forest Path to the Geierlay Suspension Bridge

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A very exciting path for which you need to have a good sense of running. Many people still walk here with strollers, even though you have to climb quite a bit in places. But you are rewarded with great views.

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14.1 km

Mörsdorfer Bach Bridge Crossing

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a really great landscape for canyoning and biking. This Geierlay offers more than just a thrill - lots of fresh, clean air and relaxation in the immediate vicinity of the beautiful Moselle! highly recommended - just great!

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22.4 km

Path Along the Flaumbach

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One of the most beautiful sections of the Layensteig 👍

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22.7 km

Flaumbach Riverside Trail

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Beautiful path right along the banks of the stream

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23.2 km

Burgberg Via Ferrata

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The Burgberg via ferrata overcomes a small rock formation. On one side over a large ladder, on the other side over iron steps set into the rock.

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25.2 km

Cave Gorge Via Ferrata

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The highest ascent and descent on the Layensteig dream loop via two steel ladders. If you have weak nerves, you can use a steep serpentine path next door.

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26.0 km

Weiher

Lake

26.7 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

18.1 km

6.65 km

1.07 km

521 m

377 m

Surfaces

13.2 km

9.05 km

2.02 km

1.34 km

1.04 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (400 m)

Lowest point (160 m)

Weather

Thursday 28 May

29°C

13°C

47 %

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Geierlay suspension rope bridge – Mörsdorfer Bach Bridge Crossing loop from Liesenich

View of the Geierlay suspension bridge

Geierlay suspension rope bridge

Forest Path to the Geierlay Suspension Bridge

Mörsdorfer Bach Bridge Crossing

Path Along the Flaumbach

Flaumbach Riverside Trail

Burgberg Via Ferrata

Cave Gorge Via Ferrata

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