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North Rhine-Westphalia
Rhein-Sieg-Kreis
Eitorf

Blankenberg Castle – View of Blankenberg Castle loop from Merten (Sieg)

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Germany
North Rhine-Westphalia
Rhein-Sieg-Kreis
Eitorf

Blankenberg Castle – View of Blankenberg Castle loop from Merten (Sieg)

Intermediate

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1,133

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Blankenberg Castle – View of Blankenberg Castle loop from Merten (Sieg)

02:46

9.99km

180m

Intermediate 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: September 17, 2025

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817 m

Path Along the River Sieg

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This part of the trail is part of the Three Valleys Trail...

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1.31 km

Pfad oberhalb der Sieg

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Beautiful narrow path! However, only about 400 m, then wide dirt road again.

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3.69 km

Half-timbered houses in Auel

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Hamlet on the north bank of the Sieg below Blankenberg city. Beautifully renovated half-timbered houses and barns are worth a detour.

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5.60 km

Blankenberg Castle

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The Blankenberg Castle complex is open from Tuesday to Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The facility is closed on Mondays. Above the castle ruins lies the beautiful medieval …

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5.77 km

View of Blankenberg Castle

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Impressive castle complex, especially when you first saw it from the valley. Unfortunately not always accessible.

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6.08 km

City of Blankenberg

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Nice little place with a historic castle. Numerous hiking trails in the vicinity. Vision guaranteed.

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6.30 km

Path Along the City Wall of Blankenberg

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Beautiful tour! The city of Blankenberg alone is a highlight. The paths from the Natursteig Sieg are clearly signposted. There was no need to worry about finding a suitable place …

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6.60 km

Höhkopf

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9.46 km

Sieg River Near Merten

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Beautiful spots of nature there .....

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9.99 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

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5.70 km

1.46 km

1.03 km

770 m

755 m

277 m

Surfaces

2.94 km

2.58 km

1.47 km

1.40 km

1.29 km

324 m

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