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Hikers on the Oelsbergsteig near Oberwesel | © Wolfgang Blum

Safety Information

Hiking safely on the RheinBurgenWeg

Everything the hiker’s heart desires.

The RheinBurgenWeg trail has a little of everything: narrow natural paths, steep rocky ascents and magnificent views. If you follow the guidelines, you’ll have an unforgettable time on the RheinBurgenWeg!

Points to bear in mind on your walk

Dress in suitable clothing appropriate for the weather conditions that will protect you from cold and wet or from heat and the sun.
Plan your stages with suitable rest stops and conserve your energy.
Take enough to drink with you. Refreshments are not available everywhere along the route.
Please wear suitable footwear for walking that provides adequate grip, even on slippery and steep or rocky and uneven paths.
If you think you cannot tackle a certain section of the route, avoid it or use an alternative route. Particularly in unfavourable weather conditions, natural paths can become muddy and slippery.
In the autumn, fallen leaves can also obscure uneven surfaces, roots, stones or holes in the path.
You should anticipate adverse conditions of this nature when you undertake a hiking trip.
Particularly steep and hazardous sections of the route have been made safe with barriers or ropes. Please treat these safety aids with due respect. Barriers are intended to prevent falls and should not be used as climbing frames or viewing platforms.