Best cave trails in Rhine Taunus Nature Park

Popular trail in the Rhein-Taunus Nature Park, Hesse. The route starts on the outskirts of Wiesbaden's state capital and initially follows the Schwarzbach. The light white cave is quickly reached, which owes its name to a poacher who used it as a hiding place for a few years in the 18th century. Before returning from the forest hike to the Neroberg, the route detours the Bahnholzer Kopf (288 m). The region is known for its evidence of earlier settlement history - traces of the Romans can...

This route follows stage 16 of the Rheinsteig, which begins in Kaub and ends in Lorch. Starting in Kaub, famous for the Pfalzgrafenstein toll castle, the trail ascends into the densely forested hills of the UNESCO World Heritage Upper Middle Rhine Valley. Hikers cross the state border from Rhineland-Palatinate into Hesse, entering the historic Freistaat Flaschenhals area. The path features the Wirbellay viewpoint and the Clemenskapelle, navigating a brief cable-secured rocky section that can...

Popular circular hike in Wiesbaden, Hesse A very varied hike starting at the Kurpark in Wiesbaden. Just a short walk from the starting point, the ruins of Sonnenberg Castle are the first cultural and historical highlight. Gradually, you leave the city behind and the surrounding countryside takes centre stage. The route leads through the idyllic valley of the Goldsteinbach stream, through the Rabengrund FFH area and past the Leichtweißhöhle cave. It ends in the picturesque Nero valley before...

Popular circular route in the Rhein-Taunus Nature Park, Hesse. Start is directly in Wiesbaden, to get first to the Rabengrund, one of the oldest NSG Wiesbaden. It goes into a natural meadow landscape with hedges and bushes, grasses and herbs. The sight and the air let you relax and let go of stress. It is just as beautiful in the Goldsteintal - also a pearl of nature - with its idyllic location. The trails are well maintained and are used by mountain bikers and hikers alike. Approximately...

Varied Wisper Trail in the Wispertaunus, Hesse. This route is a certified premium hiking trail. The starting point is the Naurother hiking car park, from where you hike along bubbling streams, through idyllic forests, meadows and open countryside with beautiful views. A total of three former mining pits, including the Rosit slate mine, which closed in 1964, are passed along the route. Today, nature has reclaimed the impressive spoil heaps and you can observe all kinds of plants and animals...

Circular hiking trail in the cultural landscape of the Upper Middle Rhine Valley, Hesse. On this circular hike, you walk partly on the Rheinhöhenweg and the Gebückwanderweg. It starts by going uphill, past Waldeck Castle to Sauerthal with views of Sauerburg Castle. On the way back, you can always enjoy marvellous views over the Rhine and Rhineland-Palatinate. There are also numerous viewpoints and restaurants where you can rest and linger. Highlights of the hike: - Clemens Chapel -...

Varied cycle tour near Wiesbaden, Hesse. The Leichtweiß Cave is one of the most popular attractions in Wiesbaden's Nero Valley. The game thief Heinrich Anton Leichtweiß hid in the cave at the end of the 18th century. If you have a little time to spare, you can also visit the Fasanerie animal and plant park. Highlights of the route: - Leichtweiß Cave - Sonnenberg - Animal and plant park Fasanerie