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The approximately 6-kilometer circular hiking trail offers fantastic views over the volcanic East Eifel, unique juniper heath areas, and idyllic mixed forests.
The "Arfter Runde" offers a nice introduction for anyone wanting to get to know the unique juniper heaths on a short circular route.
The fairly easy-to-manage circular hiking trail is family-friendly (but not suitable for prams) on well-developed paths through idyllic woodland areas, the juniper heaths, and the village of Arft.
The start and finish of the route and at the same time its highest point is the parking lot at Raßberg above the winter sports facility of the municipality of Arft.
On the Kindgen, directly at the Heidetümpel biotope, there is a beautiful rest area with a stunning view over the volcanic East Eifel. Directly in the village centre, opposite the local dining option, a small spot invites you to rest. Not far from the Arft ski hut below the ski slope, the historic Water House is passed before the path now climbs back to the starting point.
The "Arfter Runde" is marked with the hiking logo of the municipality of Arft with a red dot.
Author’s recommendation
In the municipality of Arft, there is even a small ski area with grass skiing in summer and winter sports in snow.
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Track types
Show elevation profileSafety information
Please do not leave the paths – especially in the juniper heaths.
Particularly in autumn, it should be noted that fallen leaves on the ground can conceal unevenness, roots, etc., on the path.
Tips and suggestions
More information about hiking in and around the municipality of Arft can be found here!
More local hiking trails and information about sights, accommodation, and dining options in the Vordereifel are available at www.naturerlebnis-vordereifel.de.
Information about the Verbandsgemeinde Vordereifel can be found at www.vordereifel.de.
Dining option Eifelschenke in Arft.
Roadbook
The start and finish of the route is the parking lot at Raßberg. After crossing the L10, the path initially leads downhill before turning right towards the summit of Kindgen. Here, at the highest point of the hiking trail, is the "Heidetümpel," a unique biotope, offering a stunning view over the volcanic East Eifel.
Along the forest edge, the route first descends, then continues right to the Wolfsberg viewpoint and straight into the juniper heaths.
After circling the Wolfsberg, it returns towards the L10 and then loops into a bright woodland area. From here, the path continues downhill to the right towards the village of Arft.
In the centre of Arft, the "Eifelschenke" offers a place to stop with fantastic food.
Directly opposite, a small spot with benches invites you to rest.
A little further on, opposite the playground, the village fountain provides a nice refreshment on hot days.
After a short ascent, the route continues along the Quellenweg to the "Old Water House," the source of the Arfter Bach, which also feeds the village fountain, located near the Arft ski hut below the ski slope.
Afterwards, the route gently ascends and returns via a farm track to the starting point at the Raßberg parking lot.
Pension B. Schäfer
Heidbüchel
Public transport
Final stop: Arft Dorfstraße
Lines: 340 "WacholderBus" (Mon-Sat) Mayen Ost Station – Arft
alternative:
Final stop: Netterhöfe Abzw.
Lines: 814 (daily) Mayen Ost Station – Kempenich – Ahrweiler Station
alternative:
Final stop: Jammelshofen Hohe Acht
Lines: 808 (Mon-Fri) Adenau – Kempenich or 812 (Mon-Fri) Ahrbrück Station – Adenau
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Directions
A 61 exit Wehr/Nürburgring
B 412 towards Weibern
L 10 towards Arft (1 km before Arft – parking lot Raßberg/winter sports facility)
56729 Arft, parking lot at Raßberg
Parking
There are sufficient parking spaces available at the Raßberg/ winter sports facility parking lot in 56729 Arft.Coordinates
Book recommendation by the author
Hiking magazine "Wanderland" of Eifel Tourism GmbH.
Author’s map recommendations
Hiking map No. 32 of the Eifel Association "Osteifel with Laacher See area at a scale of 1:25,000.
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Equipment
Please wear weather-appropriate and purpose-made clothing as well as sturdy footwear.
Localization
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
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