Best hard trails in Soonwald-Nahe Nature Park

Idyllic circular hiking route through the largest open-air inhalatorium in Europe near Kreuznach, Rhineland-Palatinate Fresh air is guaranteed on this hike: with 6 graduation towers, the Bad Kreuznacher Salinental is the largest open-air inhalatorium in Europe. The tour is varied and relatively easy, but not suitable for families with small children/strollers. Halfway along the Nahe river the water has to be crossed using a toll ferry. The local ferry is the only hand-pulled ferry in...

Certified premium hiking trail near Bad Kreuznach, Rhineland-Palatinate A beautiful and scenic loop that mostly leads over natural ground and narrow paths. Highlights are the hanging forests, rock formations, the Bastei and the view from the Rotenfels. There are also refreshment stops along the way. Due to its location, this premium hiking trail is ideal as a day trip from Karlsruhe or Kaiserslautern. Premium hiking trails are certified by the German Hiking Institute e.V. and are hiking...

This route is stage 1 of the Soonwaldsteig, a long-distance trail in Rhineland-Palatinate. This segment leads from Kirn to Bundenbach. The path climbs from the Nahe Valley up to the striking quartzite cliffs of Kallenfels and follows the Hahnenbach Valley. Highlights include Wartenstein Castle, the Schmidtburg ruins, and the Celtic settlement of Altburg. Overnight stays are possible at the Schmidtburg trekking camp (reservation required); wild camping is prohibited. Natural water sources...

This route is stage 3 of the Soonwaldsteig, a long-distance trail in Rhineland-Palatinate, starting in the Simmerbach Valley and ending at the Ellerspring parking area. The path features a steep climb over quartzite scree to the Großer Soon ridge, offering views from the Henau quarry. Key highlights include the climbable Koppenstein ruins and the Alteburg observation tower set within vast beech forests. Overnight stays are possible at the Alteburg trekking camp with a prior reservation;...

Stage 4 of the long-distance hiking trail "Weinwanderweg Rhein-Nahe", Rhineland-Palatinate. This is the fourth stage of the Rhine-Nahe Wine Trail quality trail, which covers a distance of around 95 kilometres through wine-growing areas from Kirn to Bingen am Rhein. The hike starts in Niederhausen and ends after around 18 kilometres in Bad Kreuznach. The striking Rotenfels and idyllic wine terraces are among the scenic highlights of this hike. Bad Münster and Bad Kreuznach are two spa towns...

Wonderful circular route on natural and varied paths. The route alternates between forest, fields and meadows. The tour starts in Auen at a Kneipp facility and leads first through forest and later across open spaces. The tour is only categorised as difficult due to the length of the route. There are refreshment stops along the way.

Long hiking trail from Roxheim to Bad Münster am Stein in Rhineland-Palatinate A varied route along fields, through wooded areas and to the Nahe valley awaits the hiker on this long hike and therefore guarantees excellent hiking pleasure Highlights: - View of the course of the Nahe river - Varied route - Rest stop in Bad Kreuznach

Stage 3 of the long-distance hiking trail "Weinwanderweg Rhein-Nahe", Rhineland-Palatinate. This is the third stage of the Rhine-Nahe Wine Trail quality trail, which covers a distance of around 95 kilometres through wine-growing areas from Kirn to Bingen am Rhein. The hike starts in Staudernheim and ends after around 17 kilometres in Niederhausen. Monastery and castle ruins worth seeing are a great addition to the idyllic vineyards, which you also hike through on this stage. Overnight...

The Soonwaldsteig is a premier long-distance trail spanning 84 km (52 miles) through the Hunsrück region from Kirn to Bingen am Rhein, typically completed in five to six days. This hike traverses the dense, untouched forests of the Soonwald-Nahe Nature Park, characterized by quartzite ridges, deep valleys, and expansive forested plateaus. Key highlights include the observation towers atop Alteburg and Koppenstein, the Schmidtburg ruins, and the dramatic descent into the Rhine Valley. Most...

Panoramic, varied hiking trail near Kirn, Rhineland-Palatinate. This hike starts at Kirn main railway station. After a short stop at Kyrburg Castle, the route continues through deep forests along the Trübenbachtal nature reserve. Again and again you can enjoy marvellous views along the way. Shortly before reaching the end of the hike, Idar-Oberstein main railway station, it is worth making a detour to Oberstein Castle. Highlights of the hike: - Oberstein Castle - Kyrburg Castle - Fantastic...