View of Beilstein – Beilstein loop from Beilstein

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Cochem-Zell

Ellenz-Poltersdorf

View of Beilstein – Beilstein loop from Beilstein

Moderate

4.6

(110)

356

hikers

View of Beilstein – Beilstein loop from Beilstein

01:45

6.13km

130m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The route includes a crossing by ferry. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 8, 2026

This route includes a ferry crossing

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After 123 m for 142 m

After 5.88 km for 142 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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104 m

View of Beilstein and Metternich Castle

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History (for those who are interested :-)

Franconian grave finds show Beilstein's settlement around 800 AD. The place had been a feudal possession of the Lords of Braunshorn since 1268. …

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2.77 km

Briederner Schweiz Trail

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A particularly steep valley slope on the right bank of the Moselle is known as Briederner Schweiz. The rocky escarpment is densely forested and can be explored on a narrow hiking trail.

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4.60 km

Beilstein Jewish Cemetery

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Very impressive, beautifully situated cemetery that exudes endless peace and quiet. Old graves, but also recent history can be felt ...

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4.86 km

View of Metternich Castle and the River Moselle

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Here you still have your peace before the many tourists who come mostly by boat to Beilstein

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4.98 km

View of Beilstein

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Very nice bike ride from Ellenz via Cochem to Tries-Kaden and on the other side of the Moselle upstream via Beilstein and Sehnheim back to Ellenz-Poltersdorf

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5.53 km

Beilstein Heinz Rühmann Steps

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Beautiful sight, from above and from below.

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5.62 km

View of Metternich Castle

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Nice little coffee, in the summer months a good break, as there are shady places.

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5.79 km

Beilstein

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The city has one of the best preserved historic sites on the Moselle and is therefore also referred to as a miniature Rothenburg or "Sleeping Beauty of the Moselle".

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6.13 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.35 km

1.25 km

1.21 km

1.17 km

127 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.28 km

1.49 km

825 m

791 m

313 m

217 m

127 m

Elevation

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Highest point (200 m)

Lowest point (90 m)

Weather

Thursday 8 October

11°C

7°C

93 %

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Max wind speed: 27.0 km/h

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Comments

May 28, 2023,Beilstein und der Fürst von Metternich

Today we took the boat from Cochem to Beilstein to do a lap there. There are also a few pictures from the boat trip

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May 24, 2026,Beilstein an der Mosel

Today we went a bit in Beilstein up to Metternich Castle, then another small round that led us a section through the Briedener Schweiz, with a beautiful view of the Mosel. It was nice. Regards and have a nice evening and Whit Monday to all of you. Regards 😊 🙋🏻‍♀️

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May 6, 2025,Titel: Beilstein – Burg Metternich – Briedener Schweiz – Moezelwandeling

An enchanting circular walk that starts in the picturesque Beilstein, a pearl on the Moselle. After a short exploration of the village, you walk up to the historic ruins of Burg Metternich, where you can enjoy a panoramic view of the river and vineyards. After visiting the small chapel and lighting a candle, the route continues through the quiet forest …

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