European Long distance path E1 - part Germany, Nordrhein-Westfalen (south)

European Long distance path E1 - part Germany, Nordrhein-Westfalen (south) is a 172.4 km International Hiking hiking trail covering an interesting stretch of countryside.

Covering 172.4 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. Follow the E1 waymarkers throughout to stay on the official trail line.

This trail belongs to the International Walking Network (IWN) — one of Europe's most ambitious cross-border hiking networks. Waymarking and maintenance follow international standards throughout.