Grenzrouten - From the foot of the Eifel to the Mergelland
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Raeren Castle
Photo: Dominik Ketz, CC BY-SA, East Belgium Tourist Agency
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The main axis of the Grenzrouten network unites the natural contrasts and the 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, Vaals, Schneeberg, Orsbach: These are the landmarks that the main axis of the GrenzRouten network touches. In this way, a single hiking trail unites many of the natural, scenic, and cultural-historical sights that make the border area so attractive. The route passes through charming stream valleys and meadow landscapes, over ridges of uplands, and through forests of very different character.
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Raeren Castle is a moated castle from the 14th century. In the historic building there is a pottery museum that reflects the history of Raeren stoneware. The permanent exhibition includes 2,000 ceramics.
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Tourismusagentur Ostbelgien
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East Belgium Tourist Agency
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Difficulty
moderate
Overall difficulty
moderate
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Experience
Landscape
Highest point
330 m
Lowest point
190 m
Best time of year
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Track types
Asphalt 0.04%Dirt road 1.82%Unknown 98.12%
Asphalt
12 m
Dirt road
498 m
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.
