Werwolf-Wanderweg Bedburg

Werwolf-Wanderweg is a themed hiking route in Bedburg that winds through forests and fields over about 10 kilometers. Seven information stations dot the trail, each telling stories about local history and medieval connections to the region.

The route stems from a 16th-century legend about a person executed near the Erft river for criminal acts. Such stories were later passed down in the region and continue to shape how people understand the medieval period.

The route tells stories and legends that have been passed down in this region for centuries. Visitors can learn how local people once expressed their fears and beliefs through such tales at different points along the way.

The walk starts near Agatha Gate in the Alt-Kaster district and is mostly flat, with one gentle climb called Wolfgangstieg. The trail suits different fitness levels, though sturdy shoes and water are good to bring along.

Along the trail, hikers encounter the remains of a settlement that had to be abandoned in the 1960s due to coal mining. This forgotten place shows how mining reshaped both the land and people's lives in the region.