Best wildlife trails in Geopark Westerwald-Lahn-Taunus

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")

Idyllic and varied circular hike near Biebertal in Hesse. Start at the small forest car park in the direction of the sports field in Rodheim. The route is very varied and leads through some wooded areas - but mostly through marvellous fields with sweeping views. This route is accessible all year round and also makes for a lovely winter walk. The view of the two castles at the end of the trail is a great finale. Highlights: - Wonderful views - Local flora and fauna - Varied natural landscapes

Scenic section of the long-distance hiking trail "Lahnwanderweg", Hesse. On this stage, the view back opens up wonderful views, whether leaving Rodheim-Bieber or at the Bismarck Tower. The route continues through the forest at Königsstuhl and the Lahn floodplains to Wetzlar. There are refreshment stops along the way. Highlights of the hike: - Frauenkreuz - Bismarck Tower - Wonderful forest paths

This route is stage 6 of the Westerwaldsteig; it runs from Freilingen to Nistertal. The trail begins at the Postweiher and leads past the Brinken and Dreifelder Weiher through the natural paradise of the Westerwald Lake District. Walkers follow the River Wied upstream to its source near Linden, before ascending to the Gräbersberg, whose observation tower offers sweeping views. Passing the legendary Welterstein, the path finally leads to Stöffel-Park in Enspel. This Tertiary and industrial...

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...

Beautiful circular route in the Westerwald. The start is at the Kranstein basalt quarry. However, it can also be started in Weltersburg at the bus stop of the same name or at the car park on the edge of the village. It is also possible to take the RB90 railway line from Limburg or Siegen to Willmenrod or Berzhahn and start from there. There are lots of beautiful rock formations to see on the hike. Fantastic views of the Limburg basin can be enjoyed from the Weltersburg castle...

Idyllic circular hike in the Westerwald, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany. Start at the Fuchskaute - there is a restaurant with a patisserie and events on the extinct volcano. You can stop off here after the circular hike and enjoy the magnificent view from the highest point in the Westerwald. The route leads through forests and across sunny fields to sleepy Rabenscheid, around the airfield to Bartenstein and southwards to Heisterberger Weiher. From there, head west back to...