Retterath, a region in Germany's Vulkaneifel district, is characterized by its unique volcanic landscape. The area features rolling hills, dense forests, maars (volcanic lakes), and river valleys, shaped by its geological history. This diverse terrain provides a varied setting for several sports like touring cycling, mountain biking, jogging, road cycling, and more.
Retterath offers more than 30 routes for outdoor activities, catering to various interests and skill levels. More than 49,000 visitors have shared their…
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Average rating
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4.8
(58)
162
riders
49.5km
04:14
860m
860m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.5
(23)
91
riders
36.6km
02:10
250m
250m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

3.0
(1)
14
riders
14.9km
01:12
260m
260m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

11
riders
31.0km
02:37
490m
490m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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4.9
(27)
118
riders
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(28)
83
riders
15.8km
01:02
210m
210m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.7
(16)
50
riders
18.3km
01:20
270m
270m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.9
(15)
38
riders
21.7km
01:37
280m
280m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.5
(4)
102
riders
30.2km
01:26
370m
370m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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46
riders
50.5km
02:42
830m
830m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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24
riders
17.3km
00:50
220m
220m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

18
riders
24.5km
01:11
310m
310m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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4.7
(15)
84
runners
5.93km
00:40
110m
110m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.0
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33
runners
8.98km
00:58
140m
140m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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30
runners
7.47km
00:49
160m
160m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

22
runners
7.09km
00:45
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(4)
12
hikers
7.14km
01:58
120m
120m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
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10
hikers
5.78km
01:37
120m
110m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(4)
8
hikers
5.26km
01:27
90m
90m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
hikers
8.07km
02:13
130m
130m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(1)
15
riders
51.2km
03:36
730m
720m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
riders
30.3km
02:01
490m
480m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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14
riders
47.6km
02:42
480m
480m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(3)
9
riders
46.8km
03:14
690m
690m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Retterath offers a range of outdoor activities including Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Jogging, Road cycling, Gravel biking, and Hiking. The region features 33 routes for various interests and skill levels. These activities are rated an average of 4.58 out of 5 stars by komoot users.
Retterath is situated in Germany's Vulkaneifel district, known for its unique volcanic landscape. The area features rolling hills, dense forests, maars (volcanic lakes), and river valleys. This geological history provides diverse terrain for outdoor pursuits.
Yes, Retterath offers 9 touring cycling routes. The Eifel region provides cycle paths, some utilizing old railway lines for minimal gradients. For more information, consult the guide Cycling around Retterath.
Retterath is a destination for mountain biking, with 6 dedicated routes. Trails range from moderate paths through forested areas to more challenging ascents. The guide MTB Trails around Retterath provides further details.
Retterath offers 14 hiking routes suitable for various fitness levels. The diverse terrain includes paths along streams and steeper climbs. Spring and autumn are recommended for hiking due to vibrant natural colors. More information is available in the guide Hiking around Retterath.
Yes, Retterath has 2 dedicated jogging routes. The area is suitable for jogging, with numerous circular trails and paths for various fitness levels. The guide Running Trails around Retterath provides more details.
The region offers diverse routes, including those with minimal gradients, which can be suitable for families. Paths along old railway lines are often less challenging. Users can filter routes by difficulty on komoot to find appropriate options.
Retterath is characterized by its volcanic origin, featuring maars (volcanic lakes) like the Ulmener Maar, basalt formations, and river valleys. The Hochkelberg, the highest mountain in the area, offers panoramic views of the region.
Retterath is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 49,000 visitors sharing their experiences. The 33 available routes have an average rating of 4.58 out of 5 stars, indicating high user satisfaction.
Yes, Retterath offers traffic-free cycling options. Some cycle paths utilize old railway lines, providing routes with minimal gradients and away from heavy road traffic. Guides like Traffic-free bike rides around Retterath highlight these routes.
Official information regarding Retterath can be found on the website of the Verbandsgemeinde Kelberg, to which Retterath belongs. The website is vgv-kelberg.de. For broader regional tourism inquiries, the GesundLand Vulkaneifel Tourism Association is available.
For local inquiries related to Retterath, the phone number for the Verbandsgemeinde Kelberg is +49 2692 8720. This number can provide assistance for general information about the municipality.

