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Hiking Trail recommended route Stage 3 Hiking Trail  · Wahner Heide

TROPfad 3rd stage

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  • Bench with view of Altenrath
    Bench with view of Altenrath
    Photo: Marc Eickelmann, CC BY-SA, Stadt Troisdorf
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    The TROPfad – A hiking adventure around Troisdorf 🌳🚶‍♂️

    Discover Troisdorf from a completely new perspective! The TROPfad leads you on a roughly 50 km circular route along the outer borders of our city, divided into four varied stages. This hike lets you not only experience the beauty of nature but also discover exciting sights and historical places.👉 Did you enjoy this stage? Then rate it and help others with their route planning!

    difficult
    Distance 16 km
    4:00 h
    73 m
    139 m
    128 m
    56 m

    Start: Jägerhof bus stop

    1. Viewpoint towards Cologne/Bonn Airport,

    2. Former 1000-year-old Boxhohn oak

    3. The wooden bench “Old seat” of the former forester Oelmann.

    4. The Agger

    5. Restaurant “Zur alten Fähre”, on the Agger in Lohmar

    Author’s recommendation

    The route leads around Altenrath – a place with a lively history: For a long time, Altenrath was a street village strongly influenced by the nearby military training area. Even today, traces such as the former tank wash facility by the roadside remind of this past.

    A few meters past the tank wash facility, a small detour is worthwhile: Those who continue straight reach within a few minutes a spot with an open view of Cologne/Bonn Airport grounds – an interesting contrast to the surrounding nature.

    For a refreshment on the way, there are two options: the Jägerhof inn, known for its traditional cuisine, and the restaurant “Zur alten Fähre” with a view of the Agger – ideal for a cozy break before continuing.
    In front of the little sacred house, you will find a QR code from the DBU Natural Heritage on a trail marker, which provides more information about the sacred house.

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    T1 difficult
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    difficult

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    Highest point
    128 m
    Lowest point
    56 m
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    Track types

    Asphalt 11.80%Dirt road 8.88%Forested/wild trail 48.07%Path 21.25%Road 1.65%Unknown 8.32%
    Asphalt
    1.9 km
    Dirt road
    1.4 km
    Forested/wild trail
    7.7 km
    Path
    3.4 km
    Road
    265 m
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    1.3 km
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    Rest stops

    Zur Siegfähre
    Zum Bootshaus
    Gaststätte Zur Siegfähre

    Safety information

    Nature reserve with a special history

    The Wahner Heide is a valuable nature reserve that was partially used for military purposes in the past and is still used by the Bundeswehr today. This results in special rules for staying on site.

    Stay only on the approved paths

    Please use exclusively the signposted paths marked with red arrows. These paths were selected for reasons of nature conservation as well as danger prevention. Leaving the marked paths is strictly prohibited.

    Life-threatening danger due to military remnants

    Off the paths there is life-threatening danger due to possible ammunition residues. Do not touch any suspicious objects – they could be dangerous.

    Military security area

    Do not enter any cordoned-off or appropriately marked military areas. Temporary closures, for example during exercises, must also be strictly observed. Inform yourself in advance about possible closure times of the Wahner Heide military training area.

    Consideration for people and nature

    Loud music playing is not permitted, as it can disturb especially field birds and other sensitive animal species. With your consideration, you actively contribute to the protection of nature and the safety of all visitors.

    Tips and suggestions

    Restaurant “Zur alten Fähre”

    Roadbook

    The third stage leads you around Altenrath, past the airport, along the Agger, past picturesque places like the restaurant “Zur alten Fähre” to the Aggerbrücke bus stop in Troisdorf.

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    Burg Lohmar
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    Minigolf Troisdorf
    Sportplatz
    Fischereimuseum Bergheim an der Sieg
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    M&M Bikeshop UG

    Public transport

    Public-transport-friendly

    Destination address: Jägerhof, Altenrather Straße 103, 53842 Troisdorf-Altenrath

    From Cologne: Take the S-Bahn (line S12 or S19) towards Hennef/Au to Troisdorf station. Change there to bus line 507 towards Altenrath. Exit: “Altenrath Jägerhof” stop (directly in front of the house)

    From Bonn: Take bus line 550 or 551 to Troisdorf station. Change there to bus line 507 towards Altenrath. Exit: “Altenrath Jägerhof” stop

    From Troisdorf center: From Troisdorf station take bus line 507 towards Altenrath. Exit: “Altenrath Jägerhof” stop

    Note: Timetables and routes may change. It is recommended to check connections in advance via the VRS timetable information or a public transport app.

    Directions

    Destination address: Jägerhof inn Altenrather Straße 103 53842 Troisdorf-Altenrath

    By car: From Cologne or Bonn, take the A3 to the Rösrath exit, then continue towards Lohmar and follow signs to Troisdorf-Altenrath.

    In Altenrath: The Jägerhof is located on the outskirts towards Wahner Heide, well signposted, on the left side.

    From Troisdorf: Follow Altenrather Straße for about 4 km until you reach the Jägerhof restaurant. It is on the right side, just behind the entrance to Altenrath.

    Parking

    Parking options: Free parking spaces for guests are located directly in front of the restaurant. Additional parking is available along the street nearby (please observe parking restrictions).

    Coordinates

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    50.854357, 7.194615
    DMS
    50°51'15.7"N 7°11'40.6"E
    UTM
    32U 372924 5635182
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    Difficulty
    T1 difficult
    Overall difficulty
    difficult

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Distance
    16 km
    Duration
    4:00 h
    Ascent
    73 m
    Descent
    139 m
    Highest point
    128 m
    Lowest point
    56 m
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