Karolingerweg
84.9 km from Pruem to Kail. Along the way you climb 2,061 m and descend 2,402 m; the highest point is at 668 m. Walking time about 27 h – comfortably done in 5 daily stages.
Elevation profile
Best hiking day this week at the start: Tomorrow – dry, 10 °C
Along the way
- km 34.5 Nerother Kopf Summit · 659 m
- km 42.7 Hotzendrees Spring
- km 44.0 Firmerich Summit · 489 m
- km 47.2 Gödderscheid Shelter
- km 64.0 Heimersberg Summit
- km 71.4 Zickelslei Summit
- km 75.0 Pinnerberg Summit · 248 m
- km 75.1 Pinnerkreuz Viewpoint
- km 75.1 Pinnerkreuz;Aussicht Pinnerkreuz Viewpoint
Spots up to 300 m from the trail. Please check hut opening times beforehand.
In 5 stages
A suggestion with equal daily stretches – adjust them to accommodation and travel.
Stage ends near Nerother Kopf
Frequently asked questions
How long is the “Karolingerweg” trail?
About 84.9 km, from Pruem to Kail.
How much elevation gain does the “Karolingerweg” trail have?
About 2,061 m of ascent and 2,402 m of descent. The lowest point is at 89 m, the highest at 668 m.
How long does the “Karolingerweg” trail take?
Plan for about 27 h of walking time (using the usual hiking-time rule from distance and elevation), plus breaks. It works well in 5 daily stages.
Can I follow the “Karolingerweg” trail on my phone?
Yes. Open the trail in the hiking map and tap “Follow this trail”. The Waldschatz planner takes over the trail (for long trails a stretch of about 15 km) with weather, navigation and an offline map – free with an account.
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