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Moselsteig Side Trail: Cochemer Ritterrunde

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Moselsteig Side Trail: Cochemer Ritterrunde

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4.8

(500)

1,758

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Moselsteig Side Trail: Cochemer Ritterrunde

05:07

16.8km

580m

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This Moselsteig detour begins in Cochem and initially takes you up a series of switchbacks to the Pinnerkreuz lookout point. From there, you continue on a level path to the Wackelei, where you'll enjoy stunning views of the Moselle, the town of Cochem with its Reichsburg castle, and the Winneburg…

by MOSEL Faszination Urlaub

Last updated: September 17, 2025

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716 m

Pinnerkreuz Viewpoint

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A breathtaking view over Cochem and Reichsburg Castle. Whether by chairlift or on foot, it's definitely an experience.

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1.08 km

Pinnerkreuz Trail with views of Cochem and the Moselle

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A magnificent path, especially shady in the warm summer months. Magnificent panoramic views of the Moselle Valley open up time and again, a different picture in every season.

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3.04 km

Below the Wackeley - great view towards Cochem

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From here you have a truly fantastic view over the woods to the Wackeley Tower in the distance.

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4.02 km

Endert valley near Cochem

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The Cochem Knights' Trail crosses the picturesque Endert Valley, known for its mills. The Endert River flows into the Moselle a few kilometers further down in Cochem.

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7.09 km

Winneburg Castle Ruins

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This elaborately restored castle complex can be reached from the Endert or Faid rivers. In any case, the castle is a highlight, offering wonderful insights into medieval castle life and stunning views of Cochem and the Moselle.

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8.46 km

Faitschbach Gorge

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Here, you can hike along the Cochem Knight's Trail, amidst the babbling waters of the Faitschbach stream. Just listen and enjoy.

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9.71 km

View of Winneburg Castle and Cochem from Wilhelmshöhe

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It is worth taking the few steps from the refuge to the end of a ledge. There is a bench from which you have a beautiful view of Winneburg and the surrounding landscape...

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13.7 km

View of Cochem, Reichsburg Castle, and the Moselle Valley from Hubertushöhe

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This is certainly the most beautiful place for a break on the Knights' Trail. It offers a wonderful view of the valley and Cochem Castle. There are plenty of seating …

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16.5 km

Endert Gate

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Endert Gate, Cochem
A remnant of the old city fortifications, built in 1332 by Elector Baldwin, the Endert Gate stands in what is now the pedestrian zone in the north …

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16.8 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.93 km

6.23 km

829 m

478 m

364 m

Surfaces

7.52 km

5.01 km

2.44 km

1.20 km

539 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (380 m)

Lowest point (90 m)

Weather

Tuesday 7 July

25°C

17°C

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Comments

October 8, 2022,Moselsteig (Seitensprung): Cochemer Ritterrunde

A great hiking trail with exposed passages, some steep climbs. The route is varied and offers many views of the Moselle, castle ruins and the castle in Cochem. Numerous signs tell stories and history.

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February 1, 2025,Seitensprung Cochemer Ritterrunde von/bis DJH Cochem

I wrote a blog post about this hike: saarfuchs.com/2025/02/geocaching-wandern-an-der-mosel-cochemer-ritterrunde.html. There you'll find tips for overnight accommodation and a detailed description of our experiences.

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September 15, 2023,Moselsteig 🏞 - "Seitensprung - Cochemer Ritterrunde"

This morning, with 8°C and fog, greetings from “Ritter Rost”. 🦹‍♀️
The climb up the stairs to Pinner Kreuz was really tough. But as soon as the fog cleared, the correct operating temperature was back.
First glimpses of the Reichsburg and the Winneburg ruins were possible. 🤩
Further up to the Wackelei, again steeply down into the Endert valley, again …

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May 15, 2026,Moselsteig Seitensprung Cochemer Ritterrunde

Today a solo tour. Due to a cold of my better half (I think I infected her) Bruno and Fiete also stayed with her at the campsite! The tour would have been absolutely too much for her too - rather not feasible at all in her condition. I'm also not 100 percent fit yet, but it was on the list …

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June 13, 2025,Mosel Seitensprung Cochemer Ritterrunde

A very nice hike 🙂. However, given the temperatures—today it exceeded 30°C 🥵—it was a sweaty affair. I should have packed a second Gösser beer 😅.

The website:
tourenplaner-rheinland-pfalz.de/mobile/de/tour/wanderung/moselsteig-seitensprung-cochemer-ritterrunde/12944908

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May 11, 2024,Moselsteig Seitensprung Cochemer Ritterrunde

Parking in the city car park behind the train station (day ticket 3€)

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May 2, 2025,Moselsteig Seitensprung Cochemer Ritterrunde

Today we chose the "Cochemer Ritterrunde," an offshoot of the Moselsteig Trail.
The tour starts at the chairlift in Cochem, so there's the option of skipping the first climb. A quick thought... nope! We'll go up on foot, of course. We didn't regret it either; the climb is tough, but it goes along rocky hillside paths. Great. We often had …

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April 19, 2025,Cochemer Ritterrunde

A great hike that requires a good level of fitness and sturdy footwear. The start and finish is the valley station of the Cochem chairlift. Additional parking is available in the parking garage a little below the lift. The trail begins with a steep climb to the Pinnerkreuz, where you have a great view of Cochem. From there, the narrow …

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August 13, 2025

This Moselsteig detour begins in Cochem and initially takes you up a series of switchbacks to the Pinnerkreuz lookout point. From there, you continue on a level path to the Wackelei, where you'll enjoy stunning views of the Moselle, the town of Cochem with its Reichsburg castle, and the Winneburg ruins

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Moselsteig Side Trail: Cochemer Ritterrunde

Pinnerkreuz Viewpoint

Pinnerkreuz Trail with views of Cochem and the Moselle

Below the Wackeley - great view towards Cochem

Endert valley near Cochem

Winneburg Castle Ruins

Faitschbach Gorge

View of Winneburg Castle and Cochem from Wilhelmshöhe

View of Cochem, Reichsburg Castle, and the Moselle Valley from Hubertushöhe

Endert Gate

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