Promenade Closure
Permanent closure of the towpath and promenade along the Rhine near the Pfaffendorf bridge between the Weindorf and the palace steps.
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The Ufer-Bar is back!
From July 12th to October 6th, 2024, four Koblenz restaurants and a sparkling wine producer invite you to summer and early autumn evenings on the castle steps.
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Hiking group stands in front of a Roman tower in the forest © Koblenz-Touristik GmbH, Philip Bruederle

Hiking in & around Koblenz

This region is just hikeable!

Hiking in Koblenz and the surrounding region means an incomparable experience in nature. Explore our fantastic hiking trails and afterwards, stop at a rustic inn or a cozy wine tavern. Plan your next hiking trip in the region and immerse yourself in the beautiful landscapes around Koblenz.

The Rheinsteig

The famous Rheinsteig leads along the right bank of the Rhine for a total length of 320 kilometres, taking hikers through forests and meadows, along narrow paths and vineyards from Bonn via Koblenz to Wiesbaden. The white R on a blue background is the best way to recognize the main trail marking. If you see a yellow marking, you are on an access route and already on your way to the Rheinsteig. This trail is perfect for hiking in stages, there are 21 in total, or as a multi-day hike from Koblenz. It is always advisable to take a look at the Rheinsteig website beforehand. Here you will find all the information you need regarding difficulty, trail conditions and points of interest along the way.

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Rheinsteig: Stage 10
This highlighted stage leads from Koblenz-Ehrenbreitstein to Lahnstein, offering leisurely forest trails that pass through the spectacular Ruppertsklamm gorge near the end. Sure-footedness is required here, but beautiful nature is guaranteed. 

The Rheinsteig is one of the most beautiful long-distance hiking trails in Europe. With its 320 kilometres of idyllic landscapes, forests, vineyards, meadows and castles, it is perfect for both ambitious long-distance hikers as well as short-distance hikers.
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You stand at the fence above the Rhine on the Rheinsteig hiking trail © Romantischer Rhein Tourismus GmbH/D.Ketz
The RheinBurgenWeg

On the other side of the Rhine, you will find the RheinBurgenWeg. The name says it all, because not only do you always walk along the Rhine—sometimes more, sometimes less directly—but you also have spectacular views of castles and palaces in the UNESCO World Heritage Upper Middle Rhine Valley. Masterpieces of Rhenish architecture from the Middle Ages to the 19th century are close enough to touch. Just like the Rheinsteig, the hiking trail is a long-distance hiking trail and is divided into a total of 14 stages over a length of around 200 kilometres.

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RheinBurgenWeg: Stage 7
This highlighted stage takes you from Koblenz to Rhens, starting at the Rittersturz, where the Rittersturz Conference took place. This high-level trail takes you past the famous Stolzenfels castle, which is definitely worth a detour. The trail then leads through numerous forests down to Rhens.
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Woman sitting on a stone above the Rhine on the RheinBurgenWeg hiking trail © Romantischer Rhein Tourismus GmbH
Die Marksburg sitzt auf einem Hügel über dem Rhein worauf Passagierschiffe fahren © Dominik Ketz
The Middle Rhine Valley
Learn more about the Middle Rhine Valley with its steep slopes, impressive rocky outcrops and hilltop castles.
The Moselsteig Trail

In 2022, the Moselsteig Trail was once again voted the most beautiful long-distance hiking trail in renowned trekking magazines. Naturally, this raises high expectations for the 24 stages of the 365-kilometre hiking trail. When you think of the Moselle, you probably think of vineyards and Riesling. Of course, there is plenty of this here as well, but did you know that you can also have an alpine experience in the Moselle Valley? If you want, you can also try your hand at numerous via ferratas here, which will enchant even amateur alpinists. The 24th and final stage of the Moselsteig Trail ends in Koblenz. Of course, you can also set off from here and start the Moselsteig Trail adventure in the opposite direction.

Moselsteig
24 Picturesque Stages
The 24 stages take you through picturesque villages, forests and vineyards as well as along the banks of the Moselle. The Moselsteig Trail connects Koblenz with the border town of Perl, 365 kilometres away. This makes it one of the longest long-distance hiking trails in Germany.
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Hiking couple walking along the Moselle on a slope on the Moselsteig hiking trail © Rheinland-Pfalz Tourismus GmbH, Dominik Ketz
Goldenes Licht fällt auf das Moseltal und mit seinen Weinbergen und Dörfer © AdobeStock
The Moselle Valley
Learn more about the Moselle Valley with its vineyards and idyllic terraced landscapes.
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Dream Trails
A network of 41 dream trails and dream paths invites you to enjoy relaxed and adventurous hiking. Only the most beautiful hiking routes in the region, along which picturesque gorges, mountains, forests, meadows and castles await, are awarded the title "Dream Trail".
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Man and woman in hiking gear on a narrow hiking trail © Rheinland-Pfalz Tourismus GmbH, Dominik Ketz
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The Eifel
Learn more about the Eifel with its ancient volcanic landscape, fantastic views and natural phenomena.
Blick auf eine lange Hängeseilbrücke, die sich über ein tiefes bewaldetes Tal erhebt, im Hintergrund bewölkter Himmel und Nebelschwaden im Tal  © Bernhard - stock.adobe.com
The Hunsrück
Learn more about the Hunsrück with its breathtaking landscapes and numerous opportunities for a relaxing holiday in the midst of nature.
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Lahnwanderweg hiking trail
Discover one of the most beautiful parts along the Lahn river between Diez and Lahnstein. The hiking trail runs on higher altitudes and offers breathtaking views all over the Lahn valley and the Taunus and Westerwald plateaus. Enjoy the...
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Mann von hinten, der in einem Kanu mit Paddel sitzt und über die Lahn fahrt  © Koblenz-Touristik GmbH, Philip Bruederle
The Lahn Valley
Learn more about the Lahn Valley with its healing waters and tranquil landscapes.
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Mann steht am Welterbesteig mit Ausblick auf Koblenz © Koblenz-Touristik, Ryne Cook
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Man sieht einen Mountainbike-Fahrer von hinten, der in die Ferne auf die Mosel und die Weinberge blickt © Koblenz-Touristik GmbH, Philip Bruederle

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