Grape Path No. 4 - A large loop around Heppingen
In a unique natural landscape – between vineyards and rocky gorges, hikers enjoy magnificent panoramic views and vistas.
The Ahr Valley, located directly at the gates of the Rhine cities Cologne and Bonn, is one of the most beautiful hiking paradises in Germany. In the center of the Ahr Valley lies the town with two faces: Bad Neuenahr-Ahrweiler.
On one side a spa and health location (Bad Neuenahr), on the other side shaped by Roman times and viticulture (Ahrweiler). Around the town run 15 circular hiking routes, five of which are designed as grape paths. The length of the hiking trails ranges from 3.8 to 12.9 kilometers. The difficulty ranges from easy to challenging, so there is a suitable trail for every fitness level and mood.
Author’s recommendation
Enjoy the view of the beautiful Ahr Valley from above!
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
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Rest stops
Steinheuers Restaurant "Zur Alten Post"Safety information
There are no special safety instructions.Roadbook
Contrasts and surprising moments: a large loop around Heppingen
This hike is multifaceted, leading through vineyards, forest, fields, and finally again through vineyards. Halfway through the route, you have a firm view of the Ahr Valley. The visit to the airfield also provides variety as does the view of the Apollinaris spring facilities. Nature, industrial history, and the romance of the vineyards are the ingredients of this extraordinary hike.
The detailed route description with tips on places to stop, beautiful viewpoints, and elevation profiles can be found in the hiking book: "Around Bad Neuenahr-Ahrweiler. The 15 Most Beautiful Hiking Trails" from J.P. Bachem Verlag (ISBN 978-3-7616-2844-7).
Appolinaris-Brunnen
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Public transport
Bus connection available.Get Timetable to destination
Directions
By car coming from the north via the A61 to the Bad Neuenahr-Ahrweiler motorway interchange. The short feeder motorway A 573 leads to Bad Neuenahr, Ahrweiler, and the other districts.
Coming from the south, leave the motorway at the Sinzig / Bad Neuenahr exit and then follow the feeder motorway A 571 and the bypass road B 266 towards Bad Neuenahr-Ahrweiler.
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Book recommendation by the author
Hiking book: "Around Bad Neuenahr-Ahrweiler. The 15 Most Beautiful Hiking Trails" J.P. Bachem Verlag, ISBN 978-3-7616-2844-7
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Equipment
Sturdy footwear.
Localization
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

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