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  • Das Siebengebirge besteht aus mehr als 50 Bergen und Anhöhen.
    Das Siebengebirge besteht aus mehr als 50 Bergen und Anhöhen. Photo: Didgeman, pixabay.com

Siebengebirge

The "Seven Mountains" are located above the towns of Bad Honnef and Königswinter am Rhein. The forested low mountain range is of volcanic origin and offers fantastic views of the famous German river from its more than 40 elevations. Medieval castles can be found on the hills and numerous sagas and legends give the mountains a mystical glow. Between deciduous forests, vineyards and orchards especially hikers feel at home.

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Attractions in the Siebengebirge


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Long Distance Hiking
The Rheinsteig
Premium content Difficulty moderate Multi-day route
Distance 327.5 km
Duration 102:00 h
Ascent 10,093 m
Descent 10,064 m

On varied paths, the Rheinsteig leads through the narrow valleys of the Rhine. Between Bonn, Koblenz, and Wiesbaden, spectacular views of the ...

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ADAC Wanderführer
Hiking Trail · Cologne-Bonn region
Chapel loop - fields, meadows & pastures
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 13.6 km
Duration 3:35 h
Ascent 146 m
Descent 141 m

Meeting special places in the Pleiser Hügelland

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from Tourismus Siebengebirge GmbH,   Rhein-Sieg Tourismus
recommended route Difficulty T2 moderate
Distance 15.4 km
Duration 5:00 h
Ascent 650 m
Descent 650 m

This wonderful (half-)day hike takes you to almost all the highlights of the Siebengebirge. Including the small half-timbered village Rhöndorf, ...

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from Andi Breunig,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
Premium content Difficulty moderate
Distance 8.9 km
Duration 2:30 h
Ascent 273 m
Descent 268 m

The tour leads over quiet forest trails to viewpoints overlooking the Rhine Valley and the Siebengebirge, including the Rabenlay Skywalk, as well ...

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from Ricarda Große,   Wandermagazin
Hiking Trail · Cologne-Bonn region
Siebengebirge - Geo-hike: Stenzelberg
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 11.9 km
Duration 3:35 h
Ascent 342 m
Descent 342 m

Where do the stones for building an abbey church come from? On this geo-hike, we learn where the monks of the Cistercian monastery Heisterbach ...

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from Tourismus Siebengebirge GmbH,   Rhein-Sieg Tourismus
Hiking Trail · Cologne-Bonn region
Siebengebirge - Geo hike: Einsiedlertal
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 7.2 km
Duration 2:15 h
Ascent 246 m
Descent 246 m

Relics of the "Glückliche Elise" mine can still be seen at the entrance to the Einsiedlertal. We want to take a journey back to the 18th century, ...

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from Tourismus Siebengebirge GmbH,   Rhein-Sieg Tourismus
Hiking Trail · Cologne-Bonn region
Rheinsteig Stage 2: From Oberdollendorf to Rhöndorf
Premium content Difficulty moderate Stage 2
Distance 13.1 km
Duration 4:15 h
Ascent 568 m
Descent 569 m

Today we climb the most striking summit of the Siebengebirge and enjoy magnificent views from the Petersberg, the Geisberg, and the Drachenfels ...

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ADAC Wanderführer
Hiking Trail · Cologne-Bonn region
Siebengebirge - Geo hike: Weilberg
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 6 km
Duration 1:50 h
Ascent 190 m
Descent 190 m

The disused basalt quarry at Weilberg in the Siebengebirge offers a unique picture-postcard insight into the processes of volcanism that built up ...

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from Tourismus Siebengebirge GmbH,   Rhein-Sieg Tourismus
recommended route Difficulty difficult Multi-day route
Distance 311.4 km
Duration 98:05 h
Ascent 9,922 m
Descent 9,892 m

Between Wiesbaden, Koblenz, and Bonn, the Rheinsteig® runs on the right side of the Rhine on predominantly narrow paths to forests, vineyards, and ...

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from Joachim Fox,   Mittelrhein
Long Distance Hiking · Ruhr area
Bergischer Weg - entire route
Premium content Difficulty moderate
Distance 262.5 km
Duration 88:10 h
Ascent 8,042 m
Descent 7,916 m

The Bergische Weg: 263 km from the Ruhr area to the Drachenfels through forests, valleys, and villages – with industrial culture, castles, museums, ...

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from Das Bergische gGmbH,   Wandermagazin
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The low mountain range on the right bank of the Rhine south of Bonn belongs completely to the Seven Mountains Nature Park, one of the oldest nature parks in Germany. As one of the largest Natura 2000 areas and the largest contiguous protected area in North Rhine-Westphalia, the landscape is well taken care of here. The highest elevation of the low mountain range is the Großer Ölberg with 460 m. The origin of its name is not completely clear, but it could be derived from the seven most striking elevations that run along the Rhine. These are beside the Ölberg the Drachenfels, Petersberg, Wolkenburg, Löwenburg, Nonnenstromberg and Lohrberg.
June 05, 2018

The Siebengebirge (“Seven Mountains”) is a mysterious place that is the home of many myths and fairytales. Even its peaks tend to carry names that are ...

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Characteristic for the natural landscape of the Seven Mountains are the dense deciduous forests and the geological outcrops. In addition to nature, the cultural landscape, which enhances the surroundings with vineyards and orchards, should not be neglected. In the past, the Seven Mountains were crossed by numerous quarries, but since these were very damaging to nature and threatened to completely devastate the landscape, all quarrying activities were stopped.

Hikers will be pleased to find 200 km of signposted trails in the nature park, which will allow them to explore the recreational area. Especially popular is of course the Rheinsteig, which also leads over the most beautiful parts of the Seven Mountains. Cyclists, on the other hand, can only enjoy the nature park to a limited extent. Some signposted paths lead through the protected landscape.

If you are looking for cultural experiences, you can visit numerous castles and palaces as well as monasteries. Some museums also invite you to an informative trip. Especially popular with excursionists is the Dragon's Rock with its castle and the Drachenfelsbahn, spectacular views and of course the legend about the dragon of the Dragon's Rock.

Report · Cologne-Bonn region
Dragon’s Rock
April 03, 2018

It is the undisputed landmark of the German upland Siebengebirge – the Drachenfels (Dragon’s Rock). The castle’s striking ruins tower high above the ...

from Cathrina Maria Beckers,   Outdooractive Editors

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  • September 07, 2026
    Rainer Ich
    September 06, 2026
    Ich bin die Tour am 06.09.2026 gegangen und um 9 Uhr in Röhndorf gestartet. Ich muss sagen, das ist für mich eine der allerschönsten Touren im Siebengebirge. Es geht fast ausschließlich durch schattige Buchenwälder oft entlang an kleinen Bächen über alte Holzstege. Die 440 Höhenmeter haben es in sich, aber das Naturerlebnis ist fantastisch und wird jetzt im goldenen Herbst sicher noch viel schöner. Die Löwenburg krönt das ganze und entschädigt mit ihrer Aussicht die Anstrengungen hinauf. Also eine insgesamt wirklich tolle Tour. Danke an den Autor!
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    Variety of paths Solitude Scenic
    Written September 07, 2026
  • August 23, 2026
    Carolin Kieß 
    Abwechslungsreice, kleine Runde mit schönen Ausblicken.
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    Written August 23, 2026
  • August 23, 2026
    Wided Widou
    August 23, 2026
    nice path which is easily reachable from the city. some sections are a bit challenging as one need to climb on or go under trees blocking zhe way.
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    Written August 23, 2026
  • June 04, 2026
    Jakob
    Wunderschön an der Sieg und am Rhein entlang
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    Variety of paths
    Written June 04, 2026
    Bicycle Rides
    Eitorf Rundtour
  • May 01, 2026
    Werner Wilden
    April 29, 2026
    An einem Mittwoch abgewandert, schöner, ruhiger Weg. Keine allzu schweren Steigungen. Abwechslungreiche Wanderung durch Wald und Feld. GPS vonnöten, da nicht ausgeschildert.
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    Variety of paths Solitude
    Written May 01, 2026
  • April 22, 2026
    Winter
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    Challenging
    Written April 22, 2026
  • April 11, 2026
    Yuliia K
    April 11, 2026
    Eine malerische Route mit recht anspruchsvollen Anstiegen
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    Written April 11, 2026
  • April 07, 2026
    Carsten Christians
    April 06, 2026
    Ich bin die Strecke zum ersten Mal gegangen und es hat mir sehr viel Spaß gemacht. Die Strecke bietet unterschiedliche Wege, tolle Ausblicke und ruhige Wälder. Da es sehr voll war, kann ich nur empfehlen, mit den öffentlichen Verkehrsmitteln anzureisen. Leider ist die Strecke sehr schlecht ausgeschildert. Daher empfehle ich, die App immer griffbereit zu haben und regelmäßig auf der Karte nachzusehen, obwohl es zeitweise auch länger gedauert hat, den Weg zu finden. Leider gibt es auch zwischen dem Petersberg und dem Kloster wenige Bänke, um eine kurze Pause zu machen
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    Written April 07, 2026
  • March 08, 2026
    Michaela
    Super Strecke für einen tollen Frühlingstag 👍🏻
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    Written March 08, 2026
  • March 05, 2026
    r9inchik
    i would say its hard hike (i do it every weekend) But my dad went to school from alaska to portugal daily so its good for begginers
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    Written March 05, 2026
    Long Distance Hiking
    Climate Walk
  • December 28, 2025
    Sporty 🍀 
    December 28, 2025
    Sehr schöner Rundweg! Wir sind in Niederdollendorf gestartet, die Rundtour war dann ca. 12 km lang.
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    Written December 28, 2025
  • December 27, 2025
    Wouter De Boeck 
    December 27, 2025
    Korte en gemakkelijke rondwandeling, waar je wel wat andere wandelaars tegenkomt. Wij volgden braafjes de gps op de kaart, waardoor we de basaltgroeve gemist hebben. Die ligt vreemd genoeg niet op de route. Je moet blijkbaar even van de gemarkeerde weg af.
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    Busy trails Variety of paths
    Written December 27, 2025

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