Plan your hikes in Löf around the route: a moderately challenging circular trail starts and ends at the sports field, while Moselsteig stages begin or end here. A viewpoint overlooking the Moselle and visible traces from the final phase of the Second World War also shape the options in the area. If you are looking for accommodation in Löf, your planned hike can help you organise your days, whether as a circular tour or part of a linear stage.
Hiking in Löf: circular trail and stages
The Traumpfädchen Löfer Rabenlaypfad is a 4.72-kilometre circular trail of moderate difficulty; both the start and finish are at the sports field in Löf. Moselsteig Stage 21 ends in Niederbachstraße, near the church or the Moselle bridge. Stage 22 begins in Löf and leads via Alken to Kobern-Gondorf. Another linear option is the Würzlaysteig, a themed trail on the Mosel-Erlebnis-Route. It runs from Lehmen to Löf along narrow paths above steep vineyards. The trails therefore differ not only in their routes, but also in whether Löf is the starting point, the destination, or both.
Kanaul: views, boxwood and history
The Kanaul is a 242-metre-high ridge and viewpoint overlooking the Moselle and surrounding villages; it is also a popular hiking destination. From its southern side, you can descend into the Nachtigallental valley. Boxwood bushes grow along the trail, and the northernmost boundary of the boxwood’s range is located on the Lower Moselle. Moselsteig Stage 21 also descends towards Löf through dense boxwood stands and the Kehrbachtal valley.
Several depressions in the ground are visible on the Kanaul; they date from the final phase of the Second World War. They are more than one metre deep and can be several metres in diameter. The viewpoint therefore combines scenic impressions with a specific historical feature.
Another nearby viewpoint is the Rabenlay above Hatzenport, outside Löf. It offers views of the steep vineyards and the Moselle valley; its facilities include a shelter, a barbecue area and reclining benches.
Guided experiences and getting here
Around Löf and Kattenes, certified wine and nature guides lead visitors through vineyards and landscapes, explaining viticulture and biodiversity along the way. Since 2006, Quad Venture has offered guided ATV tours in the Lower Moselle region from Löf. Check the specific arrangements directly with the provider before booking.
Löf is accessible by regional express or regional train for the bridge tour; bicycles can be taken on board. Check the timetables for your travel date. When planning, you can consider whether you would like to explore the Moselle region on foot or by bicycle.
Culture in the wider Mayen-Koblenz destination
In addition to hiking in Löf, the wider Mayen-Koblenz destination offers its own cultural attractions. Sayner Hütte is an anchor point on the European Route of Industrial Heritage and the only monument in Rhineland-Palatinate to receive this distinction. Following restoration, its modern exhibitions and multimedia displays invite visitors to explore; guided tours and creative workshops are also available.
In Mayen stands Genovevaburg, built in 1280 by Heinrich of Finstingen, Archbishop of Trier, and one of the town’s landmarks. In Mendig, the Lava-Dome is Germany’s volcano museum. Its five exhibition areas explain how the world’s highest cold-water geyser works. These examples give the wider Mayen-Koblenz destination its own focus on culture and history, alongside the landscapes and hiking experiences around Löf.
Discover more destinations: Kattenes, Bassenheim, Arft, Lonnig, Niederfell, Siebenbach, Mertloch, Lind.
Go to the wider travel overview: Mayen-Koblenz.
