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Best trails in Geopark Westerwald-Lahn-Taunus

Best trails in Geopark Westerwald-Lahn-Taunus

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Want to find the best trails in Geopark Westerwald-Lahn-Taunus for an adventurous hike or a family trip? AllTrails has 94 great trails for hiking, walking and more. Enjoy hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from fellow nature lovers. Ready for your next adventure? Explore one of 11 easy hiking trails in Geopark Westerwald-Lahn-Taunus that are ideal for the whole family. Looking for elevation? Trails in this park range from 59 to 3,286 meters of elevation gain. Whatever you have planned, you can find the perfect trail for your next trip to Geopark Westerwald-Lahn-Taunus.

Top trails

  1. #1 - Erdbacher Karst- und Höhlenlehrpfad (Kleine Runde)

    4.2 (17)·Moderate·2.3 km·Est. 0.5–1 hr
    Family-friendly nature trail in the National Geopark Westerwald-Lahn-Taunus, Hesse. Short circular trail with a few metres of elevation gain, but also easy to manage on foot with smaller children. Ideal for introducing children to nature. There are several caves, a tunnel and a quarry to explore along the way. At the highest point of the route, there is also a stalactite cave at the edge of the path that can be visited (Breitscheid autumn labyrinth). Highlights of the hike: -...

  2. #2 - Königstuhl Circular Route

    4.8 (27)·Easy·6.4 km·Est. 2–2.5 hr
    Popular walk near Biebertal, Hesse. The beautiful circular route leads from the western Biebertal valley once around the Königstuhl. The route leads through shady woodland or along its edges. The paths are easy to walk and perfect for a leisurely stroll with family and dog. Highlights of the hike: - beautiful forest paths - View of the Königstuhl - Frauenkreuz ("Women's cross")

  3. #3 - Rundweg HG4 (Höhr-Grenzhausen)

    4.3 (13)·Moderate·4.8 km·Est. 1.5–2 hr

  4. #4 - Fuchskaute - Drei-Länder-Eck Loop R3

    3.6 (21)·Moderate·10.6 km·Est. 3–3.5 hr
    Interesting circular route in the Westerwald-Lahn-Taunus Geopark, Rhineland-Palatinate. The hike begins and ends at the large car park (free of charge) at the Fuchskaute restaurant and runs partly along the widely known Rothaarstieg. This leads to the Ketzerstein natural monument near Weißenberg, close to a shady rest area. The special feature of this basalt formation, which marks the end of a former lava flow, is the magnetic disturbance emanating from the rock formation, so that every...

  5. #5 - Four Tower Tour Wetzlar

    4.2 (11)·Hard·16.3 km·Est. 5–5.5 hr
    Popular circular hike near Wetzlar, Hesse. Three watchtowers and an observation tower await hikers on the Four Towers Tour in Wetzlar, which starts at the historic Lahnbrücke bridge (paid car park). You leave the Hauser Mühle and the open-air theatre behind you and soon reach the Bismarck Tower on the Lahnberg (alternative tour start). Further stops are the Kaisersgrund, the Brühlsbacher Warte and the Stoppelberg, where a viewing tower offers great views of the Dünsberg and Wetzlar, among...

  6. #6 - Brexbachschluchtweg

    4.1 (21)·Hard·16.9 km·Est. 6–6.5 hr
    Certified premium hiking trail near Höhr-Grenzhausen, Rhineland-Palatinate A varied route through the Brexbach gorge with medium difficulty and hardly any technical demands. Premium hiking trails are certified by the German Hiking Institute e.V. and are hiking trails that are characterised by a particularly high hiking quality and are also excellently marked. They therefore guarantee a balanced and enjoyable hiking experience. Highlights: - impressive Brexbach Gorge - Teufelsberg - shady...

  7. #7 - Dutenhofer See from Wetzlar

    4.6 (17)·Moderate·21.9 km·Est. 5–5.5 hr

  8. #8 - On the Brexbachschluchtweg

    3.9 (8)·Moderate·12.2 km·Est. 4–4.5 hr
    Popular circular hiking trail in the Westerwald-Lahn-Taunus Geopark, Rhineland-Palatinate. Forest, meadows and romantic streams - the Brexbachschluchtweg promises a great break in the midst of beautiful nature. The ruins of Grenzau Castle, built around 1210, with its triangular keep, which you pass right at the start of the hike, are interesting from a cultural and historical perspective. Highlights of the hike: - Brextal - Teufelsberg - Grenzau castle ruins - Kaiserstuhl

  9. #9 - Wetzlarer 3-Tuerme-Weg North

    4.6 (4)·Moderate·10.9 km·Est. 3–3.5 hr
    Popular hiking trail near Wetzlar, Hesse. The northern variant of the Wetzlar 3 Towers Trail shortens the 20 km long Wetzlar 3 Towers Trail, which has been labelled the "Lahn Facet", by around 10 km. The circular route around Wetzlar leads to the ruins of Kalsmunt Castle and the Bismarck Tower, among other places Highlights of the hike: - Wetzlar's old town centre - Kalsmunt castle ruins - Bismarck Tower (Garbenheimer Warte)

  10. #10 - Rothaarsteig-Spur Breitscheider Höhlentour

    4.5 (8)·Hard·14.5 km·Est. 4–4.5 hr
    Varied quality trail in the Westerwald-Lahn-Taunus Geopark, Hesse The Rothaarsteig Trail Breitscheider Höhlentour is a certified quality hiking trail in the Westerwald. From caves to gorges, from quarries to ancient volcanic vents - this circular hike boasts a variety of impressive geological formations. You should therefore bring some time with you to discover the Herbstlabyrinth stalactite cave (Breitscheid show cave) in peace and quiet. In addition to such fascinating rock formations,...
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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to hike in Geopark Westerwald-Lahn-Taunus?

According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Geopark Westerwald-Lahn-Taunus is Erdbacher Karst- und Höhlenlehrpfad (Kleine Runde) which has a 4.2 star rating from 17 reviews. This trail is 2.3 km long with an elevation gain of 114 m.

What is the longest trail in Geopark Westerwald-Lahn-Taunus?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Geopark Westerwald-Lahn-Taunus is Radweg Deutsche Einheit Etappe 3 Stockhausen nach Stadtallendorf. This trail is estimated to be 103.0 km long.

How many trails are in Geopark Westerwald-Lahn-Taunus?

There are 94 trails in Geopark Westerwald-Lahn-Taunus.These trails have an average 4.0-star ratingfrom 397 AllTrails community reviews.

Which trail has the most elevation gain in Geopark Westerwald-Lahn-Taunus?

Druidensteig (Fernwanderweg) has the most elevation gain with 3,286 m of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Holzbach gorge - Westerburg - Rennerod, which has 1,929 m of elevation gain.

Are there camping trails available in Geopark Westerwald-Lahn-Taunus?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 15 camping trails in Geopark Westerwald-Lahn-Taunus and the most popular is Dutenhofer See from Wetzlar with an average 4.6 star rating from 17 community reviews.

Are there running trails available in Geopark Westerwald-Lahn-Taunus?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 15 running trails in Geopark Westerwald-Lahn-Taunus and the most popular is Rundweg HG4 (Höhr-Grenzhausen) with an average 4.3 star rating from 13 community reviews.

Are there biking trails available in Geopark Westerwald-Lahn-Taunus?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 10 biking trails in Geopark Westerwald-Lahn-Taunus and the most popular is Willmenrod Trail with an average 5.0 star rating from 4 community reviews.

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