The Rodderberg nature reserve is kept free of bushes. Twice a year a flock of sheep and goats eats all the woody plants. This maintains a unique variety of meadow plants and insects.

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Hiking

We have visited the Rodderberg hiking area with its beautiful flora several times and it is worthwhile at any time of the year

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1. Southern Ascent of Rodderberg – Panoramic view loop from Rolandseck

7.06km

02:02

180m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Dry grassland on the Rodderberg – Tower near Rolandsbogen loop from Rodderberg

5.98km

01:42

130m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. View of the Siebengebirge – Southern Ascent of Rodderberg loop from Rolandseck

10.4km

02:56

210m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 240 m

Weather

Tuesday 10 March

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98 %

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Max wind speed: 20.0 km/h

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Location: Wachtberg, Rhein-Sieg-Kreis, Cologne District, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

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View of Drachenburg Castle

View of Drachenfels, Drachenburg Castle, and the Rhine from Petersberg

Historic Orchard Meadow in Naturpark Siebengebirge

Weinhäuschen Mehlem

Southern Ascent of Rodderberg

1. Southern Ascent of Rodderberg – Panoramic view loop from Rolandseck

2. Dry grassland on the Rodderberg – Tower near Rolandsbogen loop from Rodderberg

3. View of the Siebengebirge – Southern Ascent of Rodderberg loop from Rolandseck

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