Best waterfall trails in Rhine-Westerwald Nature Park

This route follows stage 3 of the Rheinsteig, which begins in Bad Honnef and ends in Linz am Rhein. The trail leads through the wooded hills of the Siebengebirge, climbing past the Stux viewpoint, the volcanic Leyberg summit, and the Hähnerbachtal waterfall. Hikers pass the Erpeler Ley basalt plateau, which offers views of the Remagen Bridge ruins, before descending past Ockenfels Castle into the historic old town of Linz. Overnight stays are accommodated in local guesthouses and hotels;...

Wonderful hike in the Westerwald in Rhineland-Palatinate. A marvellous hike through forest, over hills and meadows. It is perfect to forget everyday life to the sound of the Laubach waterfall. The Laubach can be followed before the turn-off to Almblick for a refreshment stop in the Laubachsmühle. The starting point is at the car park at the tennis court. There are public bathrooms right next door at the Waldfestplatz car park. Highlights: - Alpine view of the Wiedtal valley - Laubach...

Circular route near Melsbach in Rhineland-Palatinate. A beautiful hike that starts at the car park on Melsbacher Straße. It leads to historic Altwied with its castle ruins and refreshment stops and then along the Wied to the Laubach waterfall. Highlights: - Altwied castle ruins - Laubach waterfall

This route follows stage 6 of the Rheinsteig, which begins in Leutesdorf and ends in Rengsdorf. The trail leaves the Rhine banks and ascends through the Hohlbachtal to follow vineyard paths and forest tracks, offering views over the Neuwied Basin. Hikers pass the Feldkirchen water park and cross the Kehlbachtal and Aubachtal before descending into the Wied Valley to cross an ancient stone bridge by the Altwied Castle ruins. The final section climbs a steep serpentine path past a waterfall...

Idyllic hiking route from Unkel, Rhineland-Palatinate. A beautiful route that is not too long and starts in Unkel on the Rheinsteig and ends in Bad Honnef. Two climbs are manageable with a bit of fitness. Arrival and departure by train is quite comfortable (of course you can also take the train back to the starting point/car). Highlights of the hike: - Accessible by bus and train - Breitbach - Rheinsteig

The Rheinsteig is a premier long-distance hiking trail that stretches for 320 km (199 miles) along the right bank of the Rhine River between Bonn and Wiesbaden, typically completed in 21 daily segments. The route leads hikers through a breathtaking cultural landscape characterized by narrow, challenging paths, dense forests, terraced vineyards, and secluded side valleys. Notable highlights include panoramic vistas of the Middle Rhine Valley, historic castles, and ancient ruins overlooking the...

Popular loop trail in the Rhein-Westerwald Nature Park, Rhineland-Palatinate. From Unkel you hike up to the Stuxberg and further past the Vilzelt moated castle (privately owned), probably built in the 13th century. Via Orsberg you reach the Erpeler Ley plateau, from which wonderful views of the Rhine Valley open up. There are two relaxed options for the way back to Unkel: either on the cycle and hiking trail along the Rhine or by train from the Erpel train station. Highlights of the hike: -...

Popular hike in the Rhineland-Westerwald Nature Park, Rhineland-Palatinate. This is a scenic and exciting hike along the Rheinsteig from Unkel via Erpeler Ley and Linz to Dattenberg. From Dattenberg, you walk along the banks of the Rhine back to Linz and then take the boat back to Unkel. Highlights of the hike: - Unkel - Views of the Rhine - Basalt rock "Erpeler Ley" - Boat trip (subject to a charge)

Beautiful hiking trail along the course of the Rhine near Kasbach in Rhineland-Palatinate This hiking trail runs along the beautiful banks of the Rhine and uphill to Erpeler Ley, offering wonderful panoramic views over the Rhine valley as well as the opportunity to visit Vilzelt Castle. Highlights: - Hiking along the banks of the Rhine - View from the Erpeler Ley - Vilzelt Castle