Best walking trails in Geopark Westerwald-Lahn-Taunus

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: -...

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")

Family-friendly circular hike near Löhnberg, Hesse. This five-kilometre loop leads through the woods and fields north of Löhnberg on mostly paved or asphalted paths. The route starts at a bus stop. Highlights of the hike: - child-friendly - well-maintained paths - beautiful forest sections

Scenic hiking trail south of Vielbach in Rhineland-Palatinate This route starts at the Vielbach cemetery and leads south of Vielbach along charming forest and meadow paths to Mogendorf. Highlights of the hike: - Wonderful forest and meadow paths - Mogendorf cemetery - Vielbach cemetery

Idyllic circular trail around Homberg, Rhineland-Palatinate. The short circular trail starts at the Homberg cemetery where there are parking facilities. The trail leads through Homberg along the edge of the forest to Rehe. The rest of the route leads slightly uphill through woods and meadows back to the starting point. Highlights: - beautiful views - idyllic natural landscape

Pleasant walk around Derschen, Rhineland-Palatinate. This beautiful walk runs around the small village of Derschen. The Derschen circular trail is signposted, but sometimes the markings are not immediately recognisable. Highlights of the hike: - Schimmerich nature reserve - Beautiful forest and meadow paths - Derscher Stollen - Steinches mill