Kruft, an idyllic village in the Mayen-Koblenz region of Germany, offers hiking enthusiasts a variety of ways to explore the breathtaking landscape. With its favourable geographical location on the edge of the Rhenish Slate Mountains and its proximity to the famous Laacher See lake, Kruft is a paradise for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Maps and trails
The 10 most beautiful hikes in Kruft
Hiking Trail
· Eifel
Panorama path Eppelsberg - Geo trail route N
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
13 km
4:15 h
343 m
364 m
The Geo trail N is lined with information boards that provide background knowledge about volcanism.
Hiking Trail
· Eifel
Traumpfad Pellenzer Seepfad
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
16 km
5:00 h
594 m
594 m
Unique insights into the volcanic past at Eppelsberg, live volcanism at Laacher See with a view of Maria Laach Abbey, views of the Krufter Waldsee and outlooks into the Pellenz.
Hiking Trail
· Eifel
around Laacher See
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
12.1 km
3:16 h
143 m
144 m
Laacher See is not only the largest maar in Germany and the largest lake in Rhineland-Palatinate – it is also a natural and cultural area that definitely wants to be explored on foot. A detour to the Wingertsbergwand makes the volcanic activity of the Eifel region even more imaginable.
Hiking Trail
· Ahrtal
Around Lake Laach
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Difficulty
moderate
12.6 km
3:15 h
256 m
256 m
The circular route around Lake Laach offers us a very special cultural attraction with the Maria Laach Abbey.
Hiking Trail
· Ahrtal
Around Lake Laach
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
8.3 km
1:30 h
44 m
30 m
From the parking lot at Maria Laach Abbey, a route around Lake Laach along the lake shore.
Hiking Trail
· Ahrtal
Volcano route: Trass caves, Wolf gorge, Maria Laach / Lake Laach
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
33.9 km
10:20 h
871 m
871 m
Exciting volcano route: From the Trass caves, the path leads through the Wolf gorge to Lake Laach, beneath which a volcano is still simmering today. This volcanic activity can be impressively observed at several mofettes, where carbon dioxide (CO2) escapes and causes smaller areas of Lake Laach to bubble. As a circular route, it also returns to the Trass caves with minor detours, passing quarries as well as large basalt formations. Many small paths and exciting trails invite you to explore them.
Hiking Trail
· Eifel
Hike Around Lake Laach
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
8.4 km
2:30 h
41 m
45 m
An easy to moderately difficult loop hike around Lake Laach in the Eifel
Hiking Trail
· Ahrtal
Lake Laach Route (346)
recommended route
Difficulty
T1
easy
8.8 km
2:20 h
51 m
40 m
A short, not strenuous route around Lake Laach with the option to visit Maria Laach Abbey.
Hiking Trail
· Eifel
NaturFreundeweg around Maria Laach with dogs (GPS)
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
14.9 km
4:42 h
356 m
372 m
Hike on the NaturFreundeweg around Maria Laach with a slight modification (visit to the Lydiaturm).
Hiking Trail
· Eifel
Geo-Route Laacher See with dogs
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
15.3 km
3:30 h
554 m
554 m
Circular hike on the Geo-Route L (Laacher See) with 13 information boards
One of the most beautiful hiking tours in Kruft leads along the historic volcano trail. This well-signposted hiking trail stretches for about 10 kilometres and offers spectacular views of the impressive volcanic mountains of the Eifel region. Along the way you will pass impressive crater lakes, picturesque forests and charming villages.
Another highlight is the "Volcano Park Tour" - a varied route through the UNESCO-protected Geopark area around Lake Laach. This tour takes you past fascinating geological formations such as basalt quarries and lava flows. On the way, you can also make a detour to the Benedictine Abbey of Maria Laach, an imposing monastery with over a thousand years of history.
For families with children, the "Krufter Wald Nature Trail" is recommended. This short circular trail is ideal for little explorers and imparts interesting knowledge about the flora and fauna of the region in a playful way. Children will be thrilled by the interactive stations along the way, which invite them to touch and try out.
The best seasons for hiking in Kruft are spring and autumn. In these months, nature shines in its full splendour - in spring, numerous wildflowers bloom, while in autumn the leaves turn colourful. The temperatures are pleasantly mild and invite you to take long walks.
All in all, Kruft offers a variety of hiking trails for every taste and fitness level. Whether you are planning a leisurely family outing or want to go on more challenging routes off the beaten track - you are guaranteed to find the right hiking tour here. Pack your hiking boots and let yourself be enchanted by the beauty of this region!
Another highlight is the "Volcano Park Tour" - a varied route through the UNESCO-protected Geopark area around Lake Laach. This tour takes you past fascinating geological formations such as basalt quarries and lava flows. On the way, you can also make a detour to the Benedictine Abbey of Maria Laach, an imposing monastery with over a thousand years of history.
For families with children, the "Krufter Wald Nature Trail" is recommended. This short circular trail is ideal for little explorers and imparts interesting knowledge about the flora and fauna of the region in a playful way. Children will be thrilled by the interactive stations along the way, which invite them to touch and try out.
The best seasons for hiking in Kruft are spring and autumn. In these months, nature shines in its full splendour - in spring, numerous wildflowers bloom, while in autumn the leaves turn colourful. The temperatures are pleasantly mild and invite you to take long walks.
All in all, Kruft offers a variety of hiking trails for every taste and fitness level. Whether you are planning a leisurely family outing or want to go on more challenging routes off the beaten track - you are guaranteed to find the right hiking tour here. Pack your hiking boots and let yourself be enchanted by the beauty of this region!
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