Best partially-paved trails in Geopark Westerwald-Lahn-Taunus

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...

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)

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,...

Popular circular hiking trail in the Westerwald-Lahn-Taunus Geopark, Rhineland-Palatinate. The Blasiussteig near Frickhofen promises plenty of variety over 20 kilometres. Numerous historical, cultural and scenic attractions line the route. If the route is too long for you, you can take a shortcut between Frickhofen and Dorndorf. Highlights of the hike: - Ice gallery - Celtic rampart - Blasius Chapel - Views as far as the Taunus - Several information boards

Cross-connection from the long-distance cycle paths R7 to R8 through the Kallenbach valley. A beautiful cycle tour in the Westerwald. A short, easy route that is ideal for a nice morning or afternoon tour followed by a stop for refreshments. There are plenty of opportunities to stop for a picnic along the way.

The route takes you past the Hohenholz chapel, along the Lohrbach valley and the Pletscher mill. There are benches to rest on in the countryside and cafés and restaurants to stop off at in the village. You can also visit the glass museum, Hadamar Castle and the Church of Our Lady.

Scenic section of the Sieg nature trail The last stage takes you once again along beautiful nature trails through forests and offers sweeping views of historic castles, the Siegberge mountains and valleys. Accessible by bus and train. There are refreshment stops along the way. Highlights: - Kirchen local history museum - Erzquell gallery - St Mary's Grotto

Wonderful cycle path in the Westerwald. This beautiful GeoRoute leads to the Lahn Cycle Path in Biskirchen and runs downhill most of the way along the former railway line of the Ulm Valley Railway. In the past, clay, iron ore and basalt were transported along this route, but today, the beautiful landscape here in the Geopark can be enjoyed. The start is high up on the "Knoten" mountain at a car park. It is also possible to take the bus to Mademühlen or Oberrod and to start from there. There...