Mehringer Schweiz

⚡ At a glance

• Distance: about 16 – 17 km
• Elevation gain: about 600 m
• Cabled sections and ladders (can be bypassed)
• Must see: the Fünfseenblick and the Roman villa rustica

📖 The story

Superb loop at Mehring on the Moselle! The Mehringer Schweiz (via the Extra Tour / Moselsteig Seitensprung) is a sporty, varied hike in wild, panoramic surroundings, with a magnificent view of the river and vineyards.

Technical rocky sections, steep climbs (sometimes with cables and ladders, which can be bypassed), the Fünfseenblick — a wooden tower of about 20 m with a 180° view of a Moselle that looks like a lake with many arms — and Mehring's reconstructed Roman villa rustica as a cultural bonus. One of the finest hikes in the area for those who like a bit of a challenge!

🚗 Access

• Start and finish: the large car park at Mehring's sports grounds, just after entering the village.
• Official loop: about 14 km, allow 5 h, moderate; hiking boots recommended, avoid the scrambling variant in wet weather.
• By bus: line 220 from Trier (hourly), stop “Brückenstraße”, then about 400 m on foot.

Approximate start position. Sources: Mosellandtouristik (visitmosel.de). Information for guidance (Oct. 2026), check before you go.

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