Service information and tips
For your next walking holiday at the Mosel
Lace up your walking boots, set off and discover the Mosel step by step – with the right preparation, your walk will be even more relaxing. Here you’ll find helpful tips for when you’re out and about, digital tools for route planning and navigation, as well as practical information to help you enjoy your walking holiday at the Mosel with flexibility and peace of mind.
Touring apps
The perfect companions for your hike
Anyone exploring the region’s walking trails can plan their walks from the comfort of their own home or whilst on the move. You’ll find a wide range of walking options in the region on the Rhineland-Palatinate Tour Planner, Outdooractive and Komoot. Up-to-date route maps, elevation profiles, route descriptions and plenty of information on places of interest along the way.
Thanks to the offline function, key information is available at all times, even without mobile reception. This makes your smartphone a handy companion for exploring the Mosel region.
Public transport
Travelling by bus, train and boat
Many places in the region are easily accessible by bus and train. Depending on your point of departure and destination, different transport authorities are responsible: the Trier Regional Transport Authority (VRT) is responsible for the area from Perl to Bullay, and the Rhine-Moselle Transport Authority (VRM) for the route from Bullay to Koblenz. Together, they ensure a well-organised network of bus and train services. Many accommodation providers also offer a public transport guest ticket, which allows you to use buses and trains during your stay, in some cases even free of charge.
Public transport is particularly handy for multi-stage walks and day trips: for example, you can set off from one place and return to your starting point by bus or train. A return journey by boat can also turn your walk into a special experience and give you a completely different perspective.
Staying safe on the road
The Emergency Points App
Anyone out and about on the hiking trails enjoys the great outdoors and often finds themselves away from built-up areas. To ensure you feel safe on your hike, it can be helpful to be able to quickly determine your location in an emergency.
The free ‘Hilfe im Wald’ emergency points app features more than 68,000 emergency points across almost all of Germany’s federal states. There are also a number of rescue points available in Luxembourg, and the database is constantly being expanded. Should an emergency arise whilst you’re out and about, you can quote the reference number of the nearest rescue point when making an emergency call. This enables the emergency services to pinpoint your location quickly and provide targeted assistance.
The app thus plays an active role in ensuring your safety whilst in the forest. It is available free of charge for Android and iOS in the App Stores.
Service FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions about hiking along the Mosel
A wide variety of hiking trails awaits you along the Mosel—from multi-day hikes to day trips and short walks. The Moselsteig offers you the perfect opportunity to discover the entire Mosel region step by step and explore its diverse landscapes.
The Moselsteig partner trails are ideal for half- or full-day hikes. These varied loop trails wind through the side valleys and offer you a deep insight into the Mosel’s diverse landscapes. In addition, there are numerous local hiking trails that are ideal for exploring from a fixed vacation spot. Among them, you’ll also find themed trails that provide fascinating information about history, culture, and local flora and fauna, bringing these topics to life.
Whether you want to discover the Mosel on a longer hiking trip or take individual hikes from your vacation spot—let yourself be inspired and find the perfect hike along the Mosel.
Spring, summer, and fall are all particularly good times for a hiking trip along the Mosel. In the spring, nature awakens and bursts into bloom with vibrant colors; in the summer, the vineyards heavy with grapes and the shady forest trails invite you to hike; and in the fall, you can experience the Mosel during the grape harvest in a truly special atmosphere. In the summer, in particular, you can wonderfully combine a hike with a stop at one of the cozy wine taverns. Throughout the year, numerous wine events also offer wonderful opportunities to combine your hiking trip with culinary delights. The clear views, the tranquility along the way, and the special atmosphere of the colder months also make a winter hike a unique experience.
So which season best suits your hiking trip depends entirely on your personal preferences and wishes.
For a successful hike, be sure to pack good hiking boots, plenty of water, and some snacks. Depending on the weather, it’s also a good idea to bring sunscreen, a hat, and a rain jacket. A small first-aid kit and a fully charged smartphone for emergencies and digital route planning round out the basic gear.
What additional gear you’ll need depends on the weather, the season, and the specific hike. You can use the Rhineland-Palatinate Hike Planner to find out about your planned hike and the current weather forecast in advance.
When planning a hiking trip along the Mosel, it’s worth choosing accommodations with a convenient location and easy access to the hiking trails. Certified “Qualitätsgastgeber Wanderbares Deutschland” hosts are particularly well-suited to the needs of hiking guests. They offer special services and hiking-friendly amenities.
Especially on weekends, holidays, and during vacation periods, it’s a good idea to book your lodging early or choose a fixed vacation spot from which you can set out on your hikes.
In many towns along the Moselle, you’ll find free drinking water and refill stations where you can fill up your water bottle. Especially on warm days, they play an important role in ensuring a water supply while you’re out and about and help reduce single-use plastic. Drinking water stations can be found at lodging facilities, restaurants, and public places, among other locations.
Since refill stations aren’t available on every hike, you should still always carry enough drinks with you. With the right preparation, nothing stands in the way of a hike—even on warmer days.
