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· WT
Strenuous
Wildnis-Trail
📏
84.1 km
Distance
⏱
20h 55min
Est. duration
⛰
Strenuous
Difficulty
➡
Linear
Route type
leads straight through the Nationalpark Eifel in four daily stages from Monschau-Höfen to Hürtgenwald-Zerkall
Covering 84.1 km, this is a true long-distance trail best approached as a multi-day journey through varied terrain.
This linear trail moves from one end to the other without looping back. A return journey by transport — or retracing the path — is needed to get back to the start. The trail is officially waymarked as WT, so look out for the trail markers along the way.
As a Regional Walking Network (RWN) route, this trail is maintained and waymarked at the regional level. It typically connects towns, villages, and natural highlights across the wider area.
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Waypoints
5 points along the routeA
Start
· Monschau-Höfen
B
Finish
· Hürtgenwald-Zerkall
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the Wildnis-Trail hiking route?
Wildnis-Trail is 84.1 km long.
How much time should I allow for Wildnis-Trail?
Most walkers allow around 20h 55min for Wildnis-Trail at a comfortable pace.
Is Wildnis-Trail a circular or linear route?
Wildnis-Trail is a linear route, not a loop. It runs from Monschau-Höfen to Hürtgenwald-Zerkall. Return transport from the finish point is recommended.
Where does Wildnis-Trail start?
Wildnis-Trail starts at Monschau-Höfen.
Is Wildnis-Trail suitable for beginners?
Wildnis-Trail is best suited to experienced, fit hikers. It is not suitable for beginners.
Who maintains the Wildnis-Trail trail?
Wildnis-Trail is maintained and managed by Nationalpark Eifel.