- 4: 07 pm
- 16,37 km
- 87 m
- 106 m
- 43 m
- 117 m
- 74 m
- Start: Düsseldorfer Strasse in Erkrath
- Destination: Hulsenstraße in Hilden
Large cities in the distance, shimmering lakes nearby – this stage combines impressive panoramas with idyllic nature. The trail first leads up to the heights of the Düssel floodplain, where rare animal species such as the goshawk, the Daubenton's bat, and the common frog live hidden away. From there, a sweeping view opens up across the Rhineland to the Düsseldorf skyline and Cologne Cathedral. Hikers are then treated to a picturesque lake district with the Unterbacher See, Elbsee, and Menzelsee. At the Unterbacher See, a small harbor, beaches, and boat rentals invite you to a relaxing break with a vacation atmosphere during the warmer months. The Elbsee, on the other hand, provides a habitat for numerous bird species.
Best Season
- suitabledepending on the weather
Route markers
- Curved white n on a red background.
Tour features
refreshment possibility
Equipment
- Wear hiking boots and clothing appropriate for the weather.
Arrival & Parking
- How to find usUse the app’s arrival navigator or your navigation device.ParkingParking at the start:
P+R parking at Erkrath S-Bahn station, Erkrath-Nord S-Bahn station, and parking spaces at Morper Allee
Parking at the destination:
Düsseldorf-Hoxbach car park, hiking car park at SchönenkampPublic transportationPublic transport at the start:
S-Bahn Erkrath S8, S68 and bus lines 734, 743 and O5
S-Bahn Erkrath-Nord S28 via marked access route
Bus stop Haus Morp lines O6, 734
Public transport to the destination:
S-Bahn: Hilden-Süd S 1 and bus lines 784 and O3
Bus: Hulsen line 785
Public transport back to the start:
Bus line 785 to Düsseldorf Reisholz, then S-Bahn 68 to Erkrath, from there it is a 800 m walk to the start author
Office for Culture and Tourism
Düsseldorfer Strasse 2640822 Mettmannsafety instructions
- Please stay on the paths! The narrow trails can be slippery in places, especially in wet weather. Keep your distance from embankments or cliff edges!
Map
- You can find ours here Brochures and maps.


















