Best short trails in Taunus Nature Park

This walk leads to the summit of the castle hill in Falkenstein, a district of Königstein im Taunus. The path starts at Reichenbachweg near the Catholic church and winds up to the Falkenstein castle ruins, built in the 14th century as "Neu-Falkenstein" next to the older Nürings tower castle. Pine trees and gnarled oaks grow on the rocky slopes of the Burghain, and with a bit of luck, visitors might spot roe deer or the rare black woodpecker in the dense forests of the Taunus Nature Park. From...

Panoramic circular route in the Taunus Nature Park, Hesse. Climbing is possible on the Zacken (576 metres above sea level) and on the Beilstein slate formation. Simply to hike, it is great to stop at the Weilsberg (701 metres above sea level), the fourth largest mountain in the Taunus, and enjoy the fantastic view. The medium-difficulty tour around the Weilsberg often follows narrow, somewhat steeper paths. Good hiking boots and a sure footing are essential. Highlights of the hike: -...

Child-friendly circular route in the Tauern Nature Park, Hesse, Germany This beautiful route is suitable for the whole family and is only a few kilometers east of Wiesbaden. It goes along forest paths and across open fields, typical of the nature park. A small stream with several ponds, which accompany you back to the hiking car park, provide a lot of variety. Sturdy shoes are recommended as some of the trails can be muddy after rainfall. Highlights of the hike: - Thierbach with ponds -...

Popular city walk in Limburg an der Lahn, Hesse. A wonderful tour along half-timbered houses and medieval buildings that starts directly at the beautiful Lahn Bridge. From here it goes in the direction of the old town and past the bishopric to the cathedral. From there you walk past the Bischofsplatz and have the opportunity to visit the town church. Then it goes through the Barfüsserstraße to the Kornmarkt, to the Plötze and with a detour to the Katzenturm back to the Lahnbrücke. There are...

Family-friendly walk in the Taunus Nature Park, Hesse. Cultural monuments and lots of green characterize this short circular route in Kronberg im Taunus. Near the starting point of the route is the castle-like Kronberg Castle, which was built between the 12th and 16th centuries and can be reached via a small detour. Just outside the city is the magnificent 19th-century Friedrichshof Palace. Highlights of the hike: - Kronberg Castle - Victoria Park - Friedrichshof Palace - Stop for...

Panoramic hike to the Kapellenberg, Hesse To the north-west of Hofheim im Taunus, two information signs point to the nature experiences "Wildgehege" and "Kapellenberg". From there, the trail leads along forest paths to the game reserve, where you may be lucky enough to see wild boar. Continue uphill to the Kapellenberg. Once you reach the top, you have a wonderful view of the Rhine-Main plain. The entire route takes less than an hour. Highlights: - Kapellenberg - Meisterturm forest...

Family-friendly circular hiking trail in the Taunus Nature Park, Hesse. The Dragonfly Trail near Bad Homburg vor der Hoehe is a wonderful circular route for a trip with the whole family. From the car park near the Herzberger trout farm, you walk continuously through the forest to the 410 m high Landgrafenberg. The way back is along the Kaltes Wasser ("cold water"). Highlights of the hike: - Landgrafenberg - shady forest paths - Kaltes Wasser - Refreshment stop at Forellengut Herzberger...

Family-friendly circular hike in the Taunus Nature Park, Hesse. This very relaxed walk starts at Königsteiner Straße and can be reached by car or public transport. The route is suitable for jogging and family walks. Highlights of the walk: - Child-friendly - FFH area Oberursel city forest - beautiful forest paths

Child-friendly circular hiking trail in the Taunus Nature Park, Hesse. This is a beautiful, family-friendly circular hike from the "Sandplacken" car park along the Elisabethenschneise and the Panoramaweg. The Milan hiking trail runs through marvellous mixed forest once around the Kolbenberg. Highlights of the hike: - Kolbenberg - Detour to the Altes Jagdhaus fort (optional) - Limes