Best backpacking trails in Taunus Nature Park

This route is stage 15 of the Rheinsteig, a long-distance trail starting in Sankt Goarshausen and ending in Kaub. The demanding king stage of the trail follows rocky paths through the Upper Middle Rhine Valley UNESCO World Heritage site, passing Katz Castle and the town of Dörscheid. Hikers climb the famous Loreley plateau before navigating steep, undulating terrain that offers panoramic river views. Overnight stays are accommodated in local guesthouses and hotels in Kaub, as wild camping...

This route follows stage 14 of the Rheinsteig, which begins in Kestert and ends in St. Goarshausen. The trail tracks through the Pulsbachklamm gorge and runs along the landscape and mining educational trail before ascending to Burg Maus and the high Rhine plateau. Prior to descending into St. Goarshausen, an optional detour allows hikers to tackle the steep Rabenacksteig via ferrata. Overnight stays are accommodated in local guesthouses and hotels in St. Goarshausen, as wild camping is...

This route follows stage 18 of the Rheinsteig, which begins in Rüdesheim am Rhein and ends in Johannisberg. Starting with panoramic views above Rüdesheim, the trail passes the Drosselgasse and the Brömserburg Wine Museum before heading into the vineyards to visit the Benedictine Abbey of St. Hildegard in Eibingen. It traverses peaceful forest paths past the Nothgottes and Marienthal monasteries, ending amidst rolling vines near the historic Schloss Johannisberg. Overnight stays are...

Popular quality hiking trail in the Taunus Nature Park, Hesse. The Hochtaunus Limes adventure trail follows the course of the Limes hiking trail and the Limes cycle path and runs from Glashütten to Ober-Mörlen. It runs along the Limes adventure trail through the Hochtaunus region. Along the way, the route will pass the Saalburg, which is the only reconstructed Roman fort on the Limes. There are also several other watchtowers and small forts and, of course, the Limes itself along the way....

Quiet section of the Lahnwanderweg trail A wonderful route along the historic Ernst-Dienstbach footbridge, which was built as a water pipeline bridge at the beginning of the 18th century. From the Lahn heights, you have wonderful views of the cultural landscape. There are refreshment stops along the way. Highlights: - Weilburg Castle - Ernst-Dienstbach footbridge - Hauseley Rocks - Feldberg view

Section of the Lahnwanderweg trail in Hesse You can also enjoy the region's history and nature to the full on the eleventh section. The Weinberg bird sanctuary is home to unique flora and fauna, and the open areas are grazed by sheep. There are refreshment stops along the way. Highlights: - Kalsmunt castle ruins - Braunfels Castle - Braunfels Manor Garden

Varied bike tour in the Lahn Valley, Hesse. This beautiful bike tour starts in Wetzlar and leads via Giessen to Marburg. In addition to campsites, there are also several train stations along the way, so that the tour can also be done in several stages. Highlights of the tour: - Lahn - Wetzlar - Marburg - Wissmar Lake - Giessen - Weimar Lake

Varied section of the Lahnwanderweg hiking trail, Hesse This hike can be reached by bus and train (Villmar railway station). For those travelling by car, there are parking facilities at the starting point. There are also refreshment stops in the villages along the route. The route is therefore ideal as a day trip from Frankfurt am Main. This varied tour starts in Villmar and is well signposted along the River Lahn to Limburg an der Lahn. Places of historical interest along the route include...

Varied section of the Lahnwanderweg hiking trail in Hesse There is a lot to see on this stage: Castles and geological features, a wildlife park and, of course, a hiking route through forests and across open fields. There are places to stop for refreshments. Highlights: - Braunfels Castle - Large pond - Weilburg Zoo - Kubach Crystal Cave - Weilburg Castle

Scenic section of the Lahnwanderweg hiking trail Secluded meadow and forest sections high above the Lahn inspire every hiker. On good days, the Steimelskopf offers views of the Taunus and the Rheingau. You can discover the sources of the Lahn marble found here and the many buildings where it is used. As the route is not fully signposted, you should stick to the navigation. There are places to stop for refreshments. Highlights: - Weilburg Castle - Unica marble quarry near the route - Lahn...