Border routes – From the foot of the Eifel to the Mergelland
Nature Trail
· Raeren
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Burg Raeren
Photo: Dominik Ketz, CC BY-SA, East Belgium Tourist Agency
The main axis of the network of border routes unites the natural contrasts and historical diversity of the region.
moderate
Distance 27.2 km
Duration6:46 h
Ascent296 m
Descent367 m
Highest point330 m
Lowest point190 m
Raeren, Itertal, Lichtenbusch, Köpfchen, Dreiländerpunkt (the point where three borders converge), Vaals, Schneeberg, Orsbach: these are the milestones that are touched by the main axis of the border route network. This way, one single hiking trail combines many of the natural, landscape and cultural-historical sights that make the border region so attractive. The route runs through charming stream valleys and meadow landscapes, over the crests of hills and through woodland areas with quite different characters.
Author’s recommendation
Raeren Castle is a moated castle from the 14th century. In the historical walls there is a pottery museum that reflects the history of stoneware from Raeren. The permanent exhibition comprises 2000 ceramics.
Author
Tourismusagentur Ostbelgien
Update: January 24, 2024
Difficulty
moderate
Technique
Stamina
Experience
Landscape
Highest point
330 m
Lowest point
190 m
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Track types
Asphalt 0.04%Dirt road 1.82%Unknown 98.12%
Asphalt
0 km
Dirt road
0.5 km
Unknown
26.7 km
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Rest stops
Farmhouse accomodation
Safety information
No special safety instructions. Dogs must be kept on a leash.
