The Bergischer Panoramasteig is located in one of the most varied low mountain range landscapes in Germany, only 40 kilometers away from the metropolis of Cologne. You make a big turn on a length of 244 kilometers and 12 stages through the Bergisches Land Nature Park. You will be accompanied at all times by impressive views of the vast, open cultural landscape. The circular route leads through the valleys of the Agger, Wupper and other small streams, through impressive mixed forests, past green meadows and numerous dams; and particularly often on the typical peaks of the region with their extensive panoramas.
Along the way, however, you can not only enjoy the view, but also experience a lot. The Bergisches open-air museum, various stalactite caves, the monkey and bird park as well as other interesting traces of cultural history make the past and culture as well as flora and fauna experienceable. Take a break during your walk and visit a museum, a monument or a church along the route. It is worth it!
The Bergischer Panoramasteig has received the designation"Qualitätsweg Wanderbares Deutschland\\\" from the Deutscher Wanderverband. The marking is continuous in both directions, so you can walk the route in both directions. In addition, there are further access roads that show you the way to the Bergischer Panoramasteig.