Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 8, 2025

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Wahler Berg, Hannepützheide und Martinsee

Rheinaue Zons-Rheinfeld und Altrheinschlinge Zons

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Start point

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239 m

Zons Windmill

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The view over the old town of Zons is worth the climb!

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343 m

The city fortifications of the former Electorate of Cologne customs fortress of Zons, planned by Archbishop Friedrich von Saarwerden between 1373 and 1408, are almost completely preserved with the surrounding …

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9.31 km

Zons Old Town alleys

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The former Electorate of Cologne customs fortress of Zons, founded by Archbishop Friedrich III of Saarwerden in the 14th century, is considered a unique example of a fortified medieval town …

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9.35 km

Zons Old Town

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You should take some time here and pay attention to the various details in the city. I think it is worth it

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9.56 km

Historic houses in Zons Old Town

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A walk in and around Zons is always worthwhile.

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9.62 km

Zons Old Town

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Zons is a beautiful, medieval town. It lies between Cologne and Düsseldorf. Worth seeing are the city wall, Friedestrom Castle, open-air theater, museum, herb garden...

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9.63 km

Judde Tower, Zons

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Corner tower of the wall at Friedestrom Castle

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9.72 km

Zons town walls

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The city walls of the Zons fortress were built between 1372 and 1388 due to increasing conflicts between the citizens of Neuss and the Archbishop of Cologne, as well as …

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9.85 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.49 km

2.86 km

394 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.77 km

2.94 km

2.20 km

580 m

214 m

137 m

Elevation

Weather

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Zons Old Town

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