Best river trails in Nassau Nature Park

Popular circular route near Lahnstein, Rhineland-Palatinate. The Ruppertsklamm is certainly one of the most popular hikes on the Rheinsteig. The hiking trail initially leads quite leisurely through the forest, but then quickly rises steadily. The path through the gorge is steep and adventurous - many places are secured with wire ropes. Sturdy shoes are recommended. Further up there is the unmanaged Ruppertsklamm refuge. Here you can take a break and enjoy the picturesque view. Highlights: -...

This route follows Stage 10 of the Rheinsteig, which begins in Koblenz-Ehrenbreitstein and ends in Niederlahnstein. The trail leads through the Nassau Nature Park, winds through the Bienhorn Valley into the forest, crosses the Liedches Berg with views of historic castles, and ends with an adventurous passage through the rope-secured Ruppertsklamm gorge. Accommodation is in local guesthouses and hotels; wild camping is prohibited along the route. Walkers should wear sturdy footwear with good...

This route follows stage 12 of the Rheinsteig, which begins in Braubach and ends in Filsen. The trail climbs steeply along the Zecherweg before entering dense forests that lead toward the Marksburg, the only never-destroyed hilltop castle on the Middle Rhine. Hikers traverse rolling woodland paths past the Hexenköpfel and the Lusthäuschen viewpoint, concluding with a scenic ascent to the Filsener Ley nature reserve before dropping into Filsen. Overnight stays are accommodated in local...

Popular hike through the Ruppertklamm gorge. From the car park, take the Lahnhöhenweg panoramic trail to the Ruppertsklamm refuge. Return through the idyllic Ruppertsklamm gorge. There are fixed ropes to shimmy along in difficult places.

This route follows stage 11 of the Rheinsteig, which begins in Niederlahnstein and ends in Braubach. The trail crosses from the Lahn River back to the Rhine, passing Burg Lahneck, the historic Wirtshaus an der Lahn, and the ruins of the Rosenberg mine. Hikers navigate narrow rocky paths and tight valleys through the Schlierbachtal, ascending to the Lahnhöhe and Kerkertser Platte viewpoints before descending past Marksburg Castle into the timber-framed town of Braubach. Overnight stays are...

This route follows stage 13 of the Rheinsteig, which begins in Kamp-Bornhofen and ends in Kestert. The trail runs south through the Rhenish Massif, starting near the rare flora of the Filsener Ley before heading into the forest toward the Wilhelmshöhe viewpoint. Hikers navigate adventurous paths and steep descents before climbing to the historic castles of Liebenstein and Sterrenberg, accessed via the Himmelsleiter. The path then crosses a large grazing enclosure filled with Exmoor ponies and...

Panoramic circular hike in Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany. A great loop in the Upper Middle Rhine Valley World Heritage Site, which was created entirely by volunteers and was even voted "Germany's most beautiful hiking trail 2024". It leads through valleys and up to rocky cliffs, through shady forests and to great views of the Rhine Valley. You can even buy handmade walking sticks along the way! The start is near the "Osterspai" railway station at the car park. Highlights: - varied...

Popular circular hiking trail in Nassau Nature Park, Rhineland-Palatinate. The LahnWeinStieg is a challenging circular tour through the vineyards of Obernhof and Weinähr. Sturdy shoes, sure-footedness and a head for heights are a must - there are several almost alpine-like rocky sections that are overcome using ladders and steel cable safety devices. However, there are always alternative routes for these challenging sections, so the route is also doable with dogs and children. Some of the...

This adventurous and nature-focused hike leads through one of the most spectacular side valleys of the UNESCO World Heritage Upper Middle Rhine Valley. The trail connects the banks of the Rhine near Oberlahnstein with the wildly romantic Ruppertsklamm, following an exciting mixture of paved riverside paths, steep forest trails, and rocky passages, some of which are secured with steel cables. A central highlight is the traverse of the approximately 1.5 km long gorge, where a small stream has...

Popular circular hiking trail in Nassau Nature Park, Rhineland-Palatinate. This hike in the Lahn heights has an almost alpine feel to it. Part of the trail runs through the Ruppertsklamm gorge, which is only around 1.5 kilometres long - a wild gorge that the whole family will want to explore in dry weather conditions. The rest of the hike enchants with incomparable views of the Lahn Valley, which can often be enjoyed from beautifully placed benches. Highlights of the hike: - Several...