Where is the Rhine Trail in Germany? Walking strategy of the most beautiful Rhine trail in Germany

In 2005, Hesse, Rhine-Pfalcz and North Rhine-westfalen jointly planned and built the Rhine Trail. Rhine Trail won the honor of "the most beautiful hiking trail in Germany" with its close network, complete and clear road signs, rich landscape and human history.

Walking on such a path, you can not only see the unique scenery in western Germany, but also feel the rigor of Germany. Bonn and Wiesbaden can be the starting point of the trail, and the corresponding other end is the end point; Generally, it is divided into four sections (Qilingshan, Lower Rhine Valley, Upper Rhine Valley and Rhine Highland) and 23 sections.

The Rhine Valley is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Germany, and its charming appearance is also famous at home and abroad. The classic question in the song "Why is the Rhine so Beautiful" was answered in a new and charming way on a path between Bonn and Wiesbaden. Except in winter, the Rhine Trail is a vibrant scene, from a large grape growing area in the south of rheingau to seven castles in the north. Grapevines with different colors in different seasons, lush grassland forests and those heavy buildings all bring excellent visual enjoyment to hikers.

English name: RHEINSTEI

Location: Upper Rhine Valley, from Wiesbaden, Hesse to Bonn, North Rhine-westfalen, along the right bank of Rhine River.

Length: 320 kilometers

Difficulty: medium

Best months: spring, summer and autumn

Precautions for hiking:

There is a blue and white "Rhinestone" sign along the main road. Of course, you don't have to follow the signs strictly. As long as the general direction is correct, you may be able to enjoy more unexpected scenery.

Bonn and Wiesbaden can be the starting point of the trail, and the corresponding other end is the end point; Generally, it is divided into four sections (Qiling Mountain, Lower Rhine Valley, Upper Rhine Valley and Middle Rhine Valley, rheingau area) and 23 sub-sections. You can walk any planned distance. Trains, ships, cars, etc. All sections can be easily found and the traffic is very convenient.

The road conditions are complicated, including country dirt roads, asphalt roads, gravel roads, mountain roads and grasslands. Uneven distribution, generally narrow. In many places, the walking width is less than1m. Pay attention to adjust the rhythm, rest properly, and plan the walking stage.