Best historic site trails in Schmitten
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Explore the most popular historic site trails near Schmitten 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 (130)·Moderate·9.8 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular circular hiking trail in the Taunus Nature Park, Hesse. This hike takes you up to the summit of the Großer Feldberg, which is around 880 metres high. In addition to the highest mountain in the Taunus, the Brunhildisfelsen rock, which was mentioned in documents as early as 1043 and is a popular viewpoint and photo motif, is also located along the route. The starting point of the hike is the Sandplacken car park or bus stop. Highlights of the hike: - Großer Feldberg - Falkenhof on the...
- 4.9 (6)·Easy·3.7 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrChild-friendly circular hiking trail in the Taunus Nature Park, Hesse. This is a beautiful, family-friendly circular hike from the "Sandplacken" car park along the Elisabethenschneise and the Panoramaweg. The Milan hiking trail runs through marvellous mixed forest once around the Kolbenberg. Highlights of the hike: - Kolbenberg - Detour to the Altes Jagdhaus fort (optional) - Limes
- 4.4 (6)·Moderate·9 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrHistorical hike in the Taunus Nature Park, Hesse. Follow in the footsteps of the ancient Romans on the Limes Trail up to the Herzberg. Highlights of the tour: - Along the Klingenkopfweg - Klingenkopf - Limes adventure trail - Eichkopf - Rosskopf - Rosskopf trail - Heart Mountain - Limes tower - Car park available
- 4.3 (7)·Moderate·2.9 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrPanoramic hike in the Taunus, Hesse. People used to ski on the Nordbahn - sometimes even without snow and on plastic mats, the remains of which are unfortunately still lying around in the countryside today. Today, the route offers a direct, and therefore quite steep, ascent to the highest mountain in the Taunus, the Großer Feldberg. Once at the top, there is plenty to discover: a falconry, the summit cross, the Brunhildis rock and a viewing tower. You can stop for a bite to eat at the...
- 3.9 (3)·Moderate·7.4 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrRelaxed circular hiking trail in the Taunus Nature Park, Hesse. A really beautiful circular trail through the Hessian Taunus. Along the picturesque forest paths, you can discover some remains of Roman settlement history. Highlights of the hike: - Small fort Altes Jagdhaus - Limes tower on the Klingenkopf - Forest hike
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest historic site trail in Schmitten?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest historic site trail in Schmitten is Grosser Feldberg Mountain. This trail is estimated to be 9.8 km long.
Which historic site trail has the most elevation gain in Schmitten?
Schmitten: With an ascent of 335 m, Grosser Feldberg Mountain has the most elevation gain of all of the historic site trails in the area. The next highest ascent for historic site trails is Klingenkopf - Landgrafenberg - Kolbenberg with 301 m of elevation gain.