Ruwer-Hochwald-Radweg, cyclable trail in Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany

The Ruwer-Hochwald-Radweg is a 48 kilometer cycling route from Trier to Hermeskeil that follows a former railway line and runs mainly on the original track bed. The path features gentle slopes, passes through forests, vineyards and small villages, and preserves old railway bridges and station buildings from the Hochwaldbahn's history.

Construction of the cycle path on the former Hochwaldbahn trackbed began in 2004. The Reinsfeld–Hermeskeil section opened in August 2005, followed by Trier-Ruwer–Waldrach and Kell am See–Reinsfeld in 2006, Waldrach–Pluwigerhammer and Niederkell–Kell am See in 2007, and the remaining sections in 2008. Rhineland-Palatinate transport minister Hendrik Hering officially opened the complete 48 km route on 9 May 2009.

Since 1 April 2009 the bus line RegioRadler Ruwer-Hochwald (R200) has run between Trier and Türkismühle, letting cyclists ride one way and return by bus. Rental and charging stations for e-bikes stand in Hermeskeil, Kell am See and Kasel. Between Zerf and Hermeskeil the trail is signposted as part of the Hunsrück-Radweg and the Rheinland-Pfalz-Radroute.

The route is well marked and equipped with GPS tracks for easy orientation. Towns such as Waldrach, Kell am See and Hermeskeil have rest areas, cafes and shops where travelers can stop for a break or purchase supplies.

The trail crosses 20 bridges in all, and the climb from Trier-Ruwer at 127 m to Reinsfeld at 527 m is the route's highest point. E-bike rental and charging stations stand in Hermeskeil, Kell am See and Kasel. Since 1 April 2009 the RegioRadler Ruwer-Hochwald bus (line R200) has run between Trier and Türkismühle.