Best forest trails in Kelkheim (Taunus)
3.7(80 reviews)
Explore the most popular forest trails near Kelkheim (Taunus) with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
Top trails
- 4.7 (43)·Moderate·11.1 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrPopular circular route in the Taunus Nature Park, Hesse. This hike leads to a magnificent vantage point from the Großer Mannstein above Kelkheim. With good visibility, you can even see Frankfurt and the Feldberg. The Kelkheim forest ropes course is the starting and ending point of the hike. The on-site car park can be used for those arriving by car. Highlights of the hike: - Hasenberg rock formation - Kaisertempel - Großer Mannstein - Detour to Kleiner Mannstein (optional) - Mendelssohn...
- 3.6 (5)·Moderate·15.8 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrPanoramic hike in the Taunus Nature Park, Hesse. A beautiful route that becomes more and more challenging towards the end. On the Atzelberg there is a barbecue area and a high viewing tower from which you have great views over the Taunus. If you like, you can take a detour to Königstein im Taunus. There are several places to stop for refreshments close to the trail. Highlights of the hike: - Atzelberg with viewing tower - Rossert - Rettershof farm
- 3.8 (5)·Moderate·9.8 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrVaried circular hiking trail in the Rhein-Taunus Nature Park, Hesse. From the car park at the Kaisertempel, walk in the direction of Ruppertshain. A somewhat longer ascent up to the 516 m high Rossert awaits here. Shortly before the end you hike at the foot of the legendary Eppstein Castle, built in the 10th century. Highlights of the hike: - Imperial Temple - Summit of the Rossert - Ruins of Eppstein Castle - Rossert nature reserve - Hainkopf - Dachsbau - Fischbach - Wellbach valley nature...
- 2.0 (1)·Moderate·6.1 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular circular hiking trail in the Rhine-Taunus Nature Park, Rhineland-Palatinate. The "Milan" hiking trail runs in a 6 km loop around the Hainkopf and Rossert, which, like the nearby badger den, are protected nature reserves. The starting and finishing point is the Hollerbusch hiking car park (alternatively: Bauwaldfels car park). Highlights of the hike: - Hainkopf - Rossert - Idyllic forest paths
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest forest trail in Kelkheim (Taunus)?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Kelkheim (Taunus) is Atzelberg and Rossert. This trail is estimated to be 15.8 km long.
Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Kelkheim (Taunus)?
Kelkheim (Taunus): With an ascent of 625 m, Platte - Butznickel - Spitzeberg has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is Atzelberg and Rossert with 489 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult forest trail in Kelkheim (Taunus)?
The most popular and difficult forest trail in Kelkheim (Taunus) is Platte - Butznickel - Spitzeberg with a 4.0-star rating from 4 reviews.
