recommended route
Multistage route
Rheinsteig Complete Trail (North - South)
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/ Blick auf KaubPhoto: Dominik Ketz, Romantischer Rhein Tourismus GmbH -
/ Filsener LeyPhoto: Dominik Ketz, Romantischer Rhein Tourismus GmbH
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/ Erpeler LeyPhoto: Dominik Ketz, Romantischer Rhein Tourismus GmbH
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/ Rheinbrohler LeyPhoto: Dominik Ketz, Romantischer Rhein Tourismus GmbH
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/ RheinsteigVideo: Top Trails of Germany
Author’s recommendation
Safety information
Health and safety- Wear suitable weatherproof clothing that will protect you from cold, wet, heat and sunshine.
- Make sure you take regular breaks and don't overexert yourself.
- Take enough fluids with you as there are sections without rest stops.
- Wear suitable hiking boots/shoes which give you enough grip on slippery, steep, rocky and uneven surfaces.
- Avoid any sections of the route which you feel are too difficult for you. Natural trails can quickly become wet and slippery in adverse weather conditions.
- Particularly in autumn, you should be careful of uneven ground, roots, stones or holes that have been covered by leaves.
- You need to take these kinds of adverse conditions into account every time you go on a hike.
- Particularly steep and dangerous places are made safer with handrails or ropes. Please use these as safety aids. Handrails are not to be climbed on or used to get a better view!
Tips and hints
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Destination
Turn-by-turn directions
The UNESCO World Heritage site of the Upper Middle Rhine Valley begins in Koblenz and includes Europe's highest density of castles on its route to Rüdesheim am Rhein. There are 40 castles in total, some completely preserved, others partially or completely rebuilt. From the Lorelei rock you can watch the ships on the Rhine. Climbing opportunities and breathtaking views characterise this area.
In the Rheingau district the hiker is greeted by a gentle landscape of hills and vineyards. There are many castles and abbeys to be seen, many serving world famous wines, which the hiker can enjoy during the day in the local pubs and wine taverns and in the evenings in the many restaurants and hiker-friendly accommodation establishments. The Rheinsteig® trail ends in Wiesbaden at Biebrich Castle, on the banks of the Rhine.
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Public transport
Public-transport-friendly
Mit der Bahn gibt es viele Fern- und Regionalverbindungen zum Hauptbahnhof Bonn. Von hier ist der Zuweg zum Rheinsteig mit dem Rheinsteig-Logo in gelb (für Zuwege) ausgewiesen. Der Startpunkt ist auf dem Marktplatz direkt neben dem historischen Rathaus.Getting there
Die Autobahn A 565 führt direkt durch Bonn. ebenso ist Bonn über die Bundesstraße 9 und 42 zu erreichen. Jeweils der Beschilderung Richtung Bonn-Zentrum folgen.Parking
In der Bonner Innenstadt gibt es mehrere Parkhäuser (kostenpflichtig). Das dem Startpunkt am nächstgelegene ist die Tiefgarage unter dem Marktplatz.Coordinates
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Equipment
Hiking boots/shoesSuitable weatherproof clothing
Statistics
- 21 Stages
The first stage of the Rheinsteig takes us from the historic town hall on the market square in Bonn along the level banks of the Rhine.
This stage of the Rheinsteig starts with a very special highlight: the Drachenfels, undoubtedly the most prominent rocky peak in the hills of the ...
From Bad Honnef several rises and slopes take you through constantly changing scenery to the colourful town of Linz on the Rhine.
With its mixture of woodland, meadows, vineyards, fields and little villages, this section of the Rheinsteig is rich in variety. There are a number ...
We’re now in the land of the Romans. This region is strongly associated with the Limes which was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site in July 2005.
On this stage of the Rheinsteig the trail cuts away from the Rhine to pass through the foothills of the Westerwald.
This stage of the Rheinsteig takes us back towards the Rhine. In addition to the various cultural attractions in Bendorf-Sayn, the trail also runs ...
Sayn Palace - Oskarhöhe - Brexbach Valley - Roman tower on the Pulverberg mountain - Meisenhof restaurant - Großbach Valley - German Limes Road - ...
Vallendar - Faculty of Theology, Forum V. Pallotti - Bischofsbour well and springs - Wambach Valley - Mallendar river valley - Urbar - ...
Koblenz-Ehrenbreitstein - Koblenz-Pfaffendorf - Bienhorn Valley - Wachecker Kopf hill - Dornswiese - Lichterkopf hill - Ruppertsklamm gorge - ...
Oberlahnstein - Inn on the River Lahn - Bäderstraße B260 - Footbridge over the Lahn - Ernst-Wagner Park - Im Einmuth - Kerkertser Platte plateau - ...
This stage of the Rheinsteig starts off in the forest and later takes you through open country. A number of steep ascents make this section quite ...
This stage of the Rheinsteig is extremely varied with grand views. There are steep climbs at the start and up to the two Hostile Brothers castles; ...
Kestert - Oberkestert - Pulsbach Valley - Slate slag heap - Sachsenhäuser Feld plateau - Mining trail - Wellmich - Maus Castle - Nocherner ...
Hasenbach Valley - Three castle view - St. Goarshausen - Heide - Lorelei - Spitznack - Five lake viewing point - Bornichbach Valley - Forest school ...
Kaub - Gutenfels Castle - Volkenbach Valley - Niederthal - Wirbellay viewing point - Retzbach Valley - Chapel of St Clement - Nollig castle ruins - ...
Lorch - Bächergrund hollow - Georgs Ruh rest spot - Paul-Claus hikers' hut - Panoramic trail - Höllenberg mountain - Assmannshausen - Niederwald ...
Rüdesheim - Niederwald monument - Hildegardis Convent - Eibingen - Blaubach Valley - Nothgottes Abbey - Marienthal Abbey - Sandkopf hill at ...
This stage of the Rheinsteig is also marked by its typical mix of vineyards and forest, with equally characteristic panoramic views out into Rhine ...
Auf dieser Etappe macht der Rheinsteig seinen weitesten Schlenker in den vorderen Taunus. Anfangs noch durch Weinberge, führt er später waldreich ...
Schlangenbad - Lochmühle mill - Ludwig-Schwenk hikers' hut - Grauer Stein rock - Monstranzenbaum natural monument - Erlenbach Valley - Sommerberg ...
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