Best lake trails in Frankfurt am Main
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- 4.4 (107)·Moderate·10.3 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrRelaxed 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 -...
- 5.0 (2)·Moderate·36.5 kmPopular 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...
- 4.7 (21)·Moderate·63.4 km·Est. 14.5–16 hrPopular 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: -...
- 4.7 (10)·Moderate·20.8 kmPopular 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...
- 4.6 (6)·Moderate·48.6 km·Est. 11–12 hrVaried 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
- 4.4 (11)·Moderate·36.2 km·Est. 9–9.5 hrVaried hike near Frankfurt am Main, Hesse. This beautiful hike from Frankfurt to Darmstadt can easily be done in one piece or in two day stages. There are places to stay overnight and places to stop for refreshments. The route leads through lonely fields and forests, pretty little towns and past cultural monuments such as the high medieval ruins of Hain Castle in Dreieich. The starting and finishing points of this hike can be reached by bus and train. Highlights of the hike: - Frankfurt am...
- 4.7 (4)·Moderate·39.6 km·Est. 9.5–10 hrPopular MTB tour in the Frankfurt city forest, Hesse. This great mountain bike tour leads from Frankfurt's city forest to the Schwanheim forest. Cycling along beautiful forest paths, the route goes past some picturesque bodies of water such as the Jacobiweiher pond. Highlights of the tour: - Goetheturm - Buchrainweiher and Maunzenweiher ponds - Information centre Stadtwaldhaus/Fasanerie
- 4.7 (9)·Hard·26.2 km·Est. 6–7 hrVaried circular route through Frankfurt. You will find 12 checkpoints over 26 kilometres - and discover Frankfurt's facets in a completely new way. With the help of the Megamarsch puzzle booklet, this circular route will be an unforgettable experience. ------------------------------------------------------- Further information on the City Challenge Frankfurt: https://www.megamarsch.de/fanshop/city-challenge-frankfurt/
- 4.0 (1)·Moderate·43.3 km·Est. 10–11 hrPopular cycle tour near Frankfurt am Main, Hesse. This is the official route of the permanent RTF of the Velociped Club Frankfurt 1883 e.V. You can find further details directly from the organiser: https://vcfrankfurt.de. Highlights of the route: - Heusenstamm - Rodgau bathing lake - Many forest paths
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest lake trail in Frankfurt am Main?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest lake trail in Frankfurt am Main is Road bike loop: Frankfurt am Main - Buedingen - Hanau. This trail is estimated to be 107.8 km long.
Which lake trail has the most elevation gain in Frankfurt am Main?
Frankfurt am Main: With an ascent of 2,196 m, Megamarsch 100km has the most elevation gain of all of the lake trails in the area. The next highest ascent for lake trails is Taunusklub Route 008 with 2,060 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult lake trail in Frankfurt am Main?
The most popular and difficult lake trail in Frankfurt am Main is Große City Challenge Frankfurt with a 4.7-star rating from 9 reviews.
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- Jacobiweiher
- Karmeliterkloster
- Leinwandhaus
- Glockenturm der Alten Nikolaikirche
- St. Paul's Church
- Försterwiesenweiher
- Kuhhirtenturm (Elefant)
- Gartenhaus
- Maunzenweiher
- Goetheturm
- Müllermain
- Kaiserpfalz franconofurd
- Imperial Cathedral of Saint Bartholomew
- Rechneigrabenweiher
- Albert-Mangelsdorff-Weiher
- Scheerwaldpark
- Dominikanerkloster
- Alte Oper
- Kesselbruchweiher
- Nizza