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North Rhine-Westphalia

Bergisches Land

Rheinisch-Bergischer Kreis

Eifgenbach – Altenberg Cathedral loop from Altenberg

Hiking trails & Routes

North Rhine-Westphalia

Bergisches Land

Rheinisch-Bergischer Kreis

Eifgenbach – Altenberg Cathedral loop from Altenberg

Easy

4.6

(115)

542

hikers

Eifgenbach – Altenberg Cathedral loop from Altenberg

01:11

4.41km

50m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: March 20, 2026

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Naturpark Bergisches Land

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

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500 m

Eifgenbach

Highlight • Bridge

Nice start for a circular hike in the Eifgenbach valley. It is clear from the start how wildly idyllic this tour is. And the water ripples everywhere.

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2

2.16 km

Altenberg Abbey Gate

Highlight • Monument

The monastery complex was formerly enclosed by a ring wall. The only access to the enclosed monastery grounds was through this monastery gate behind the Dhünn bridge.

The Baroque gable and volute finial date from the 18th century.

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2.25 km

Altenberg House

Highlight • Historical Site

4

2.34 km

Altenberg Cathedral

Highlight • Religious Site

Altenberg Cathedral is a central rest stop and landmark in the Dhünn Valley and one of the most beautiful Gothic churches in Germany. Inside, the 144-square-meter west window is well …

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2.96 km

Eifgenbach at Fairy Tale Forest

Highlight • River

From the car park in Altenberg you have to cross the Eifgenbach and then go uphill to get to the fairytale forest. A worthwhile trip that takes you back to your childhood 🪄🫠

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2.97 km

Dhünn River Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

I really enjoy hiking here and can only recommend it. Here you have pure nature, sturdy shoes would be an advantage.

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7

3.56 km

Eifgenbach Stream

Highlight • River

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3.63 km

Trail Along the Eifgenbach

Highlight • Trail

Sometimes the Eifgenbach can also be raging...

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4.41 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.04 km

1.53 km

602 m

121 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

1.67 km

1.32 km

757 m

320 m

312 m

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