Bornich is a region situated on a high plateau above the Middle Rhine, within the UNESCO World Heritage Upper Middle Rhine Valley. The landscape features vineyards and forested areas, offering diverse terrain for outdoor pursuits. Views of the Rhine River and the iconic Loreley rock are characteristic of the area, providing a scenic backdrop for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, road cycling, jogging, and more.
Bornich offers a variety of outdoor activities for enthusiasts.…
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4.7
(249)
987
riders
45.1km
02:50
480m
480m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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457
riders
22.8km
01:33
340m
340m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
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479
riders
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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30
riders
43.6km
02:50
570m
570m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
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1,753
hikers
16.9km
05:00
470m
470m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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5,965
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29.9km
09:12
1,030m
1,030m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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216
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4.90km
01:26
120m
120m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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202
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3.64km
01:14
160m
160m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.4
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287
riders
60.5km
02:37
220m
220m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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51
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51.7km
02:41
750m
750m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.0
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62
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27.0km
01:19
220m
220m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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44
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70.0km
03:39
1,070m
1,070m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.0
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73
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.0
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14.6km
01:47
380m
380m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.96km
00:33
50m
50m
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

17
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8.91km
00:57
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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10
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32.6km
02:27
520m
520m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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15
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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11
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33.1km
02:42
640m
640m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

5.0
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8
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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14
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134km
09:45
2,330m
2,330m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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16
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39.8km
02:24
430m
430m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9
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31.9km
02:04
530m
530m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Bornich offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Touring cycling, Road cycling, Jogging, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. The region features 80 routes across these sports, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Bornich is situated on a high plateau above the Middle Rhine, within the UNESCO World Heritage Upper Middle Rhine Valley. Its location provides panoramic views of the Rhine River and the Loreley rock.
Bornich features 52 hiking routes, ranging from easy paths to more challenging trails. Many routes lead to viewpoints overlooking the Rhine Valley, and the area provides access to the renowned Rheinsteig long-distance hiking trail. For more details, refer to the Hiking around Bornich guide.
Bornich offers routes for Touring cycling, Road cycling, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. Cyclists can explore varied terrain, including sections of the Loreley-Aar cycle path and challenging climbs through the Hunsrück. More information is available in the Cycling around Bornich guide.
Yes, Bornich has 11 mountain biking routes. These trails provide options for exploring the region's diverse landscapes, including forested areas and sections with elevation changes. Consult the MTB Trails around Bornich guide for specific routes.
Notable attractions include the Loreley rock and various viewpoints such as Hunsrückblick, Spitznack, Leiselfeld, and Fünf-Seen-Platz, which offer views of the Rhine Valley. The ruins of Burg Heppenheft, a 12th-century castle, also add historical interest to outdoor explorations.
Bornich provides 6 dedicated running routes. The extensive network of hiking and cycling paths also offers additional opportunities for runners. For detailed information on routes, see the Running Trails around Bornich guide.
Bornich is a popular destination, with more than 84,000 visitors having shared their experiences on komoot. The region's routes have received over 17,000 ratings, averaging 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Bornich, covering various sports. These include guides for Hiking around Bornich, Cycling around Bornich, Road Cycling Routes around Bornich, Running Trails around Bornich, MTB Trails around Bornich, and Gravel biking around Bornich.
The official website for the municipality of Bornich is www.bornich.de. This site provides general information about the village and its local services.
For inquiries, the Bornich municipality can be reached by phone at +49 6771 7519. Additional contact information may be available on the official website.

