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North Rhine-Westphalia

Rhein-Sieg-Kreis

Philosophers' Path on the Sieg – Riverside Trail Along the Sieg loop from Herchen

Hiking trails & Routes

North Rhine-Westphalia

Rhein-Sieg-Kreis

Philosophers' Path on the Sieg – Riverside Trail Along the Sieg loop from Herchen

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4.7

(9)

46

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Philosophers' Path on the Sieg – Riverside Trail Along the Sieg loop from Herchen

01:51

6.82km

90m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 15, 2026

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Naturpark Bergisches Land

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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1

844 m

Panoramic Window – View of Herchen

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Beautiful view of Herchen!

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2

849 m

Philosophers' Path on the Sieg

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Narrow and very beautiful path between the railway line and Sieg. It is called the Philosopher's Path, but it is also part of the official route of the Natursteig Sieg.

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3

1.26 km

Riverside Trail Along the Sieg

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4

1.53 km

Forest Path in Naturpark Bergisches Land

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A very beautiful and rustic section of the Natursteig Sieg, stage 7.

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5

2.32 km

View of meadows and fields near Röcklingen

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If you come from Herchen, this wonderful view opens up for you at the edge of the forest. Did you hike up here from the other direction: turn around again …

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6

3.64 km

View of the Sieg River

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7

5.51 km

Sieg Riverbank

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Be careful, there are many plants that are harmful to health (Hercules perennial) growing between the cycle path and the shore. Never touch!

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8

5.90 km

Löwenburg Restaurant, Herchen

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There is also a miniature golf course and pedal boat rental.

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B

6.82 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.15 km

1.98 km

552 m

101 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.67 km

2.02 km

673 m

355 m

103 m

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