- 3: 55 pm
- 13,42 km
- 316 m
- 316 m
- 168 m
- 326 m
- 158 m
- Start: Schlanderser Str., 51674 Wiehl
- Destination: Schlanderser Str., 51674 Wiehl
The 13,4-kilometer circular trail leads hikers to the spring that supplies the water for Bielstein's beer. Hikers learn that malt, derived from barley, determines both the beer's color and flavor, as well as the secrets of hops and yeast.
The seven richly illustrated information panels along the trail also explain why Kölsch is brewed in the heart of the Bergisches Land region. Along the way, hikers on the "Beer Trail" learn the difference between top-fermented and bottom-fermented beers, discover interesting facts about beers from around the world, and are surprised to learn that even Kölsch and Altbier share a crucial characteristic. One side effect of the trail, however, cannot be ruled out: it can make hikers quite thirsty...
Part of the tour runs along the "Bergischer Panoramasteig" trail.
The trail has a total of 7 information panels. We thank Rainer Schmidt, who maintains the trail as a volunteer trail steward.
The Bergisches Land Hiking Day will take place on the Beer Trail on September 13, 2026. Further information can be found here.
Kölsch Beer Caves Guild:
FOR A COLD BEER DURING THE HIKE
Along the Bergisches Land Beer Trail, there are a total of seven so-called "hop caves"—lockable underground refrigerators that can be pre-filled with beverages. Bookings can be conveniently made online at www.bergischer-bierweg.de . Visitors will also find an overview of all locations and coordinates of the hop caves there. Gift vouchers for the experience are also available—ideal for giving as presents. These are either available as physical vouchers for collection at Haus Kranenberg or can be sent by mail.
You can book the filling of the beer caves via the website www.bergischer-bierweg.de . The price is €37,50 for a cave filled with 15 bottles. After booking, you will receive a code to open the lock in the ground. Then you can enjoy a refreshing drink during your hike!
Please put the empty bottles back in the cave afterwards and be sure to take the bottle caps with you. A bottle opener is located in the cave. Thank you!
Best Season
- suitabledepending on the weather
Directions
- The "Beer Trail" is a circular hiking route that follows forest and farm tracks as well as quiet roads, and includes some longer climbs. From the bus station in Bielstein, the trail leads first to the park and then along a former railway line and forest and field paths to the brewery spring in Linden. After a short loop through residential streets, the trail continues along the edge of the forest and fields uphill to Hengstenberg, where a view rewards the effort.
The "Beer Trail" continues with gentle ups and downs through the forest and past fields to Faulmert, Steinacker, and Gassenhagen. Via farm tracks and small roads, it eventually reaches Nallingen and Krahm, from where it returns to Damte and Bielstein via field and forest paths along the ridge. In Bielstein, the trail descends via steps and footpaths to Bielsteiner Straße and, with a final detour, to the Erzquell Brewery.
Trail type: 13,4 kilometer long circular hiking trail
Road surface: Forest and farm tracks, low-traffic roads Tour features
refreshment possibility
Flatly
Arrival & Parking
- ParkingBy car: Parking lot Dreibholzer Straße, only in the rear area without a parking disc.Public transportationPublic transport: Take the RB 25 to Dieringhausen, then take bus 302 and 304 towards Waldbröl to Bielstein bus station.
Documents
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Bergisches Haus GmbH - Bergisches Haus
Friedrich-Ebert-Strasse 7551429 Bergisch GladbachLicense (master data)
Guido Wagner
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