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Sieg Experience Path - Insights into the valley and history
The small spa town Herchen developed in the 19th century into a very special excursion destination for painters and musicians from the Rhineland. Following the footsteps of the historical guests, you walk along alpine paths, stroll the spa promenade, and enjoy the romantic views. Afterwards, the pretty spa park on the banks of the Sieg invites you to stop for refreshment or a boat trip.
Kurpark Herchen, In der Au 7, 51570 Windeck-Herchen
Kurpark Herchen, In der Au 7, 51570 Windeck-Herchen
From the starting point at the "Im Bungert" car park, you walk towards the town center. The Romanesque west tower of the St. Peter parish church helps with orientation. A look inside the church is especially worthwhile because of the frescoes from the 15th century. Opposite is the former "Hotel Glasmacher", which once became part of the local history as a muse's court for Rhenish artists. After a walk through the village, follow the red markings over narrow paths and stairs onto a ridge path. From the ridge, you reach a beautiful viewpoint in the forest, also used as a launch site by paragliders. The route then continues high above the valley, going uphill and downhill along sometimes very narrow paths on the hillside. Every now and then, you cross a small stream, mostly walking under a dense canopy of leaves. Soon you reach the "Düsseldorfer Hütte" - a lovely place to linger. After another path section, the route leads downhill again to the valley floor. After crossing the Sieg over the railway bridge, numerous steps help with the steep ascent. Once at the top, you hike on natural paths between orchards and pretty houses to a viewpoint with an impressive view over the valley. From there, a small street leads downhill and over a bridge to the idyllic Herchen spa park. You can relax on the lawns by the riverbank and visit the very nicely located cafés and beer gardens. Or how about a river trip in a pedal boat?
Sturdy footwear as well as weather-appropriate clothing
Children’s program: Art activities along the Artists’ Path
Route suitable for "hiking with dogs"
Shortcut option: From Düsseldorfer Hütte, a descent to the Sieg is possible, from there you can return to the spa park within a few minutes. (Caution when crossing the street!)
A 560 direction Hennef, AS Hennef (Sieg) Ost – L 333 direction Eitorf, continuing via Stromberg to Herchen.
P&R facility Herchen (Sieg) station, Stromberger Straße 1, 51570 Windeck-Herchen
Herchen (Sieg) Station: RE 9, lines S12 and S19
Stamp point: Information stele Düsseldorfer Hütte
The Sieg Experience Paths are fully marked with the red logo. Signposts with overview maps and further information on dining and accommodation options as well as sights can be found at the starting points of each experience path.
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