Zeller Countryside Mountain Bike Tour via St. Aldegund and Alf
- start: Market Square, "Zeller Schwarze Katz" Fountain, D-56856 Zell (Mosel)
- destination: Market Square, "Zeller Schwarze Katz" Fountain, D-56856 Zell (Mosel)
- difficult
- 28,88 km
- 3 hours
- 550 m
- 365 m
- 91 m
- 80 / 100
- 80 / 100
A scenic tour through forests and vineyards, traveling down the Moselle to St. Aldegund in the Zellerland region
Enjoy the drive through forests and vineyards and the romantic Moselle towns of Zell (Mosel), Bullay, Alf, and St. Aldegund. As a highlight, we recommend a detour to the 236-meter-high Prinzkopf Tower—which offers magnificent views of the Eifel and Hunsrück regions and the narrow Moselle loop with the towns of Pünderich, Zell (Mosel), and Bullay.
General information
Directions
Start: Market Square, Zell (Mosel) — keep to the right and cross the pedestrian bridge — at the end, turn right and walk through the Kaimt neighborhood up to the federal highway.
After a few meters, cross the street to the left onto Weinbergsweg toward Marienburg. At the Marienburgsattel, head down to the left; after about 150 m, head up toward Prinzenkopf. Pass the Drieschütte and head toward the Dünnwaldhütte. Easy trails down to the Alfbach toward the Alf-Fabrik. From there, head up to the Solligberg; after a few hundred meters, turn right and continue toward Aldegund. Keep going through the vineyards until you reach the center of town, then turn left and climb toward Rowlingplatz. Continue uphill to Solligberg, then turn left toward the forest descent via wide paths back to Alf-Fabrik. Afterward, pass the Alfbach stream to Alf, then follow the state highway over the double bridge toward Bullay—continue either via the road or the bike path through Merl to Zell (Mosel).
Safety Guidelines
Your safety is our top priority. By preparing well and following the safety guidelines below, you’ll create the best conditions for a safe outdoor experience.
Make sure to stay well-hydrated
Bring plenty of drinking water and drink regularly. It can get very hot in the summer, especially during hikes and bike rides along the Moselle.
Ticks
Check your body thoroughly after your outing and use a suitable insect repellent if necessary.
Oak processionary moth
Avoid contact with the caterpillars of the oak processionary moth and their webs. The fine stinging hairs can cause skin irritation and allergic reactions.
Weather Check
Check the current weather forecast before starting your hike or bike ride. In case of thunderstorms, heavy rain, or strong winds, you should postpone your outing or end it early.
Stay on the marked trails
Stay on the marked hiking and biking trails. This protects nature and yourself and avoids unnecessary risks.
Forest Fire Risk
Pay special attention to the current wildfire risk, especially during the summer months. Avoid open fires and smoking in the forest as well as in areas with dry vegetation.
Dogs
Please keep dogs on a leash whenever possible and be considerate of wildlife, grazing animals, and other visitors.
Emergency
In an emergency, you can reach emergency services throughout Europe by dialing 112. Provide your location as precisely as possible and, if possible, use your cell phone’s location feature.
Equipment
Sturdy Footwear
Wear sturdy, non-slip footwear on hiking trails. Nature trails, slate paths, and steep vineyard trails can be slippery, especially after rain.
Headwear
Wear a hat in warm weather. There are very few shaded areas, especially on the open trails through the vineyards.
Sun Protection
Apply plenty of sunscreen with an appropriate SPF and protect yourself from intense sunlight.
Tip
A stop at the Prinzenkopf Tower to take in the view of the narrow bend in the Moselle.
Getting there
Cross to the opposite side of the Moselle via the B53 (via the Bullay double-deck bridge or the Zell-Kaimt highway bridge). Then continue straight ahead to the market square (City Hall, Balduinstr. 44, D-56856 Zell (Mosel)).
Parking
Parking along the Mosel Promenade in Zell (Mosel) — subject to a fee
Free parking is available on Brandenburg and Am Bahnhof streets
Public transit
By train to Bullay—the tour can start from Bullay
Maps
Zellerland Hiking Map
ISBN 978-3-944620-12-1
Available from Zeller Land Tourismus GmbH, Balduinstr. 44, D-56856 Zell (Mosel), Tel. +49 6542 9622-0, info@zellerland.de,www.zellerland.de
Additional Information
Disclaimer
All trails in the Zeller Land region are carefully maintained. However, trail conditions, closures, or weather conditions may change at short notice. Use of the hiking and biking trails is at your own risk. Please check the current conditions before starting your tour and choose a route that matches your personal fitness level and experience.
Mosellandtouristik GmbH
Kordelweg 1, 54470 Bernkastel-Kues; Phone: 06531/97330
www.moselsteig.de
Zeller Land Tourismus GmbH, Tourist Information
Balduinstraße 44, 56856 Zell (Mosel); 06542/96220
www.zellerland.de
Weather
This tour is presented by: Zeller Land Tourismus GmbH