Best forest trails in Frankfurt am Main

Relaxed circular hike in the Frankfurt city forest, Hesse. Right at the beginning of the hike through the Frankfurt city forest, a real highlight awaits you with the Goethe Tower. The observation tower, which was rebuilt in recent years after being set on fire, is accessible from April 1st to October 31st from 8 am until dusk. The further course of the route is characterized by pretty ponds and mostly well-developed forest paths. Highlights of the hike: - Goethe Tower - Maunzenweiher -...

Historical circular route in Frankfurt. As the name suggests, this walk follows in the footsteps of Johann Wolfgang Goethe. It starts at the house where he was born and leads to the Gerbermühle, where he was a guest in 1814 and 1815. It goes through fields and to the Oberwald forest with Goetheruh and a marvellous view of Frankfurt from the Goetheturm tower. There is a slight ascent to the Goetheturm. The route is signposted with a portrait of Goethe wearing a large blue hat. The route is...

Interesting educational trail about the most famous son of the city of Frankfurt - Goethe The circular hiking trail "In Goethe's Footsteps" leads past the Goethe House via the Gerbermühle, the Goetheturm and the Goetheruh to the Willemer-Häuschen. The route was once honoured by the magazine of the German Volkssportverein (DVV) as Germany's most beautiful hiking trail in the "City and Culture" category. The hike begins at the railway station, but can also be started at any point, such as the...

Family-friendly circular hiking trail near Frankfurt am Main, Hesse. The Volkspark Niddatal is Frankfurt's largest public park and, with its extensive network of trails, offers great opportunities for hiking and running. The route suggested here leads through the outer areas of the Volkspark Niddatal. Well suited for a walk with dogs (dog running area) and/or children (several playgrounds). Highlights of the hike: - Praunheim nightingale grove - Main - Playgrounds - Dog run area

Popular marathon in Frankfurt am Main, Hesse. The Frankfurt Marathon is one of the fastest city marathons in the world - and perhaps also one of the most beautiful. The race takes you through Frankfurt's city centre and skyscrapers, and there is a lot to see. The internationally popular marathon has a long tradition and runs past many sights. Taking part is everything! The starting point is easily accessible by public transport. Some streets are cordoned off for the marathon on the day of...

Popular walk in Frankfurt am Main, Hesse. This route starts on the doorstep of Frankfurt's central railway station. The tour can be done confidently on foot, although the varied course is mainly on asphalt roads. Those who prefer cycling or inline skating can tackle the time this way. The trail continues along Münchener Straße to Willy-Brandt-Platz. Via the lovingly landscaped Gallus- and Taunusanlage, you reach the Old Frankfurt Opera House. Behind it are the Bockenheimer Anlage and the...

Popular bike tour near Frankfurt am Main, Hesse. This beautiful bike tour along Frankfurt's green belt can be undertaken on a mountain bike or other off-road bikes and starts in Neu-Isenburg. From there it goes in a big arc around Frankfurt. In the forests, the paths on fine gravel or solid sand are easy to drive on. Within the city, there are mostly separate cycle paths. On the Main there are beautiful asphalt paths and in Höcht the ferry takes you across. Highlights of the route: -...

Popular running circuit in Frankfurt am Main, Hesse The route suggested here follows the former official route of the Frankfurt Half Marathon. In 2010 the route of the event was changed. More information about the event can be found under “Tips”. There are refreshment stops and the starting point can be reached by bus and train (short route from Frankfurt am Main Stadion train station). Since some sections of the road are closed for the event, road traffic regulations should be followed on...

Varied road bike tour near Frankfurt am Main, Hesse. You cycle along the Hohe Straße and quiet farm tracks to Philippsruhe Palace near Hanau, which is in the Baroque style and is one of the most important cultural and architectural monuments in Hesse. You then cycle along the Main back to Frankfurt am Main. Highlights of the route: - Phillipsruhe Castle - Offenbach on the Main - Cycle path along the Main

Child-friendly hike through the Schwanheim Forest in Frankfurt (Main), Hesse. The hike is easily accessible by public transport (Waldau stop) and is ideal for a trip from Frankfurt am Main. Parking is available at the starting point for those arriving by car. The hiking trail starts near the Goldstein forest cemetery. It then leads on the Römerweg over atmospheric forest paths in a westerly direction through the Schwanheim Forest and in a southerly direction through the Schwanheimer Wiesen....