Simmerath is a municipality located in the district of Aachen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. This region is situated within the Eifel National Park, characterized by a landscape of lakes, forests, and hills. Its diverse natural features provide a setting for several outdoor activities, including hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, jogging, and more. The area's geography makes it suitable for various outdoor pursuits throughout the year.
Simmerath offers a wide range of outdoor activities, with more than…
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4.8
(1179)
4,104
hikers
16.8km
04:38
290m
290m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
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557
hikers
14.7km
04:07
290m
290m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.6
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354
hikers
6.48km
01:51
150m
150m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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447
hikers
10.7km
03:02
230m
230m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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4.8
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4,909
riders
26.1km
02:01
360m
360m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
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405
riders
47.3km
03:25
580m
580m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
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434
riders
50.6km
03:31
610m
610m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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4,410
riders
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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5
riders
26.8km
02:35
510m
510m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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256
riders
25.1km
01:31
360m
360m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(34)
248
riders
37.6km
02:24
600m
600m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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52
riders
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.1
(7)
479
runners
43.4km
04:46
680m
680m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.6
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203
runners
6.78km
00:42
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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253
runners
10.8km
01:16
270m
270m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(14)
139
runners
8.94km
00:59
160m
160m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.9
(54)
343
riders
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.8
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256
riders
48.0km
03:39
730m
730m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.9
(107)
246
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.7
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195
riders
40.7km
03:54
1,060m
1,060m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.
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4.6
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154
riders
59.2km
02:41
600m
600m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.7
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86
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

55
riders
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.0
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47
riders
26.7km
01:28
420m
420m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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1
hikers
15.6km
04:29
370m
370m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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18
hikers
19.8km
05:58
610m
610m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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8
hikers
21.8km
06:04
410m
410m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
hikers
12.9km
03:59
400m
410m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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Simmerath offers a range of outdoor activities including Hiking, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, and Jogging. The region features over 1,300 routes across these sports. It is situated within the Eifel National Park, providing diverse landscapes for exploration.
Simmerath offers numerous hiking trails within the Eifel National Park, including routes around the Rur Reservoir and Urft Dam. Hikers can explore romantic stream valleys and impressive forested areas. For more options, refer to Hiking around Simmerath.
Simmerath provides easy hiking options suitable for various fitness levels. These trails often traverse less challenging terrain through forests and along lake shores. Explore specific routes in the Easy hikes around Simmerath guide.
Simmerath features several family-friendly hiking trails designed for enjoyable outings with children. These routes typically have gentle gradients and offer points of interest suitable for families. Consult the Family-friendly hikes around Simmerath guide for specific recommendations.
Many trails in Simmerath are dog-friendly, allowing companions to join outdoor adventures. It is advisable to check local regulations for specific areas, especially within the Eifel National Park. A dedicated guide for Dog-friendly hikes around Simmerath is available.
Simmerath offers diverse cycling routes, from touring paths like the RurUfer cycle path to challenging mountain bike trails. The region's varied landscape caters to different cycling preferences. Find more information in the Cycling around Simmerath guide.
Mountain biking trails in Simmerath are available within the Eifel National Park, offering challenging single trails. A bike park at the Rursee also provides various track options. Consult the MTB Trails around Simmerath guide for detailed routes.
Simmerath is characterized by the Eifel National Park, the Rursee (Rur Reservoir), and the Urftsee (Urft Dam). The region also features dense forests, picturesque river valleys, and diverse flora and fauna.
Simmerath has more than 359,000 visitors who have shared their experiences on komoot. The region's routes have an average rating of 4.58 out of 5 stars, based on over 91,000 ratings.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Simmerath, covering various sports and interests. Examples include Hiking around Simmerath, Family-friendly hikes around Simmerath, and Cycling around Simmerath.
Simmerath offers options for accessing hiking trails via public transport. Specific routes starting from bus stations are available. Refer to the Hikes from bus stations around Simmerath guide for detailed information.
The official website for the municipality of Simmerath is gemeinde.simmerath.de. This site provides general information about the municipality.

