Nickenich, a region in Germany, is situated on the edge of the Eifel, characterized by its unique volcanic landscape. This area features picturesque hills, dense forests like the Nickenicher Wald, and prominent natural features such as the Laacher See, Germany's largest maar. The terrain, shaped by its volcanic past, provides a diverse setting for several sports like hiking, jogging, touring cycling, road cycling, and more.
Nickenich offers a well-developed network of trails and routes for…
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4.7
(449)
1,847
hikers
16.2km
04:49
410m
420m
Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.7
(1161)
5,526
hikers
15.5km
04:25
330m
330m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(208)
674
hikers
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.5
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254
hikers
8.82km
02:29
180m
170m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.7
(98)
1,400
runners
9.19km
01:03
120m
120m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
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183
runners
19.0km
02:08
360m
360m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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102
runners
7.41km
00:48
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.0
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27
runners
5.32km
00:34
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
(33)
158
riders
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.1
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122
riders
27.3km
01:58
480m
480m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
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49
riders
29.6km
02:07
410m
420m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.2
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130
riders
40.6km
03:05
610m
610m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.4
(34)
251
riders
39.8km
01:49
430m
430m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.7
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99
riders
53.4km
02:27
490m
490m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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60
riders
52.0km
02:44
850m
850m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

5.0
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55
riders
43.0km
02:15
340m
340m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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4.8
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27
riders
19.9km
01:58
490m
490m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
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14
riders
48.9km
03:25
710m
710m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.3
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8
riders
22.9km
02:04
460m
460m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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11
riders
13.6km
01:16
320m
320m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.6
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35
riders
8.96km
00:33
80m
80m
Hard gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

5.0
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13
riders
24.3km
01:45
380m
380m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
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35
riders
8.77km
00:32
70m
70m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
3
riders
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Nickenich offers a range of outdoor activities including Hiking, Jogging, Touring cycling, Road cycling, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. The region features over 250 routes across these sports, catering to various interests and skill levels.
Nickenich has attracted more than 34,000 visitors who have shared their experiences on komoot. The routes in the region have an average rating of 4.56 out of 5 stars, based on over 4,600 ratings.
Nickenich features 125 hiking routes. Notable trails include the "Pellenzer Seepfad – Traumpfad" and a moderate loop around Lake Laach, which offers views of Maria Laach Abbey. Further details can be found in the Hiking around Nickenich guide.
Yes, Nickenich provides routes for Touring cycling (56 routes), Road cycling (3 routes), Mountain biking (25 routes), and Gravel biking. The diverse geology creates varied elevation changes for cyclists. Explore options in the Cycling around Nickenich guide.
Nickenich offers 25 mountain biking routes, with varied and challenging trails. The "Traumpfad Vulkanpfad" is a well-known mountain biking route that leads along Laacher See and past volcanic formations. More information is available in the MTB Trails around Nickenich guide.
Nickenich is characterized by its volcanic landscape. Key natural features include the Laacher See, Germany's largest maar, and the Nickenicher Wald. The Eppelsberg wall provides insights into the region's volcanic origins.
While specific family-friendly routes are not detailed, the region's diverse trails offer options for various skill levels. Shorter, less challenging routes can be found among the 125 hiking and 39 jogging trails. It is advisable to check individual route descriptions for suitability.
Komoot offers several guides for Nickenich, including Hiking around Nickenich, Running Trails around Nickenich, Cycling around Nickenich, and MTB Trails around Nickenich. There are also guides for Road Cycling and Gravel biking.
The official website for Nickenich is www.nickenich.de. This site provides general information about the municipality.
The phone number for the municipal administration of Nickenich is +49 2632 98500. This number can be used for general inquiries about the area.
The Laacher See is Germany's largest maar, a broad, low-relief volcanic crater, and the largest lake in Rhineland-Palatinate. It is a prominent natural highlight located within the Nickenich region, surrounded by the Volcanic Eifel landscape.
Yes, Nickenich offers 39 dedicated jogging routes. These trails provide opportunities for running through the region's diverse landscapes, including forests and areas around volcanic features. The Running Trails around Nickenich guide provides more details.

