Best forest trails in Dillenburg
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Explore the most popular forest trails near Dillenburg with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
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- 4.3 (18)·Moderate·7.3 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrPanoramic circular route in the Lahn-Dill-Bergland, Hesse This route is a certified premium hiking trail. The route alternates between forest passages and open meadows and fields; Again and again you pass new vantage points and beautiful places to take a break or picnic - all in all, a very varied hiking experience. You can arrive by bus and train and there is the option to stop at the Gasthof Kanzelstein (starting point). Highlights of the hike: - Kanzelstein nature reserve - old...
- 4.1 (7)·Moderate·5.6 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular premium hiking trail in the Lahn-Dill-Bergland nature park, Lower Saxony. The start and finish point of the Eschenburgpfad extra tour is the Dillenburg district of Nanzenbach. The extra tour offers some highlights such as the Eschenburg, grandiose views and nice resting places. You can get to the trailhead by bus and train. Highlights of the hike: - Eschenburg - great views over the Lahn-Dill-Bergland
- 4.2 (8)·Moderate·1.2 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrFamily-friendly loop trail in the Lahn-Dill-Bergland nature park, Hesse. A beautiful loop trail for the whole family, which starts at the parking lot at the town hall. The route mainly runs through the wooded slopes of the Dill valley. A hiking highlight is the Bismarck Temple, inaugurated in 1885, from which you can enjoy great views of Dillenburg. Highlights of the hike: - Bismarck Temple - Adolfshoehe - Views of the Dill valley - Detour to the drinking water educational trail...
- 4.1 (6)·Hard·15.9 mi·Est. 7.5–8 hrStage 1 of the "Rothaarsteig Westerwaldvariant" long-distance hiking trail, Hesse. This is the first stage of the "Rothaarsteig Westerwaldvariant" long-distance hiking trail. In the Hofgarten of Dillenburg, the Westerwald variant and the main route of the Rothaarsteig (dill variant) separate. Following the signs for the Westerwald variant, a demanding hike awaits with countless great views, including to the Lahn-Dill-Bergland and the Taunus. The first stage ends on the Fuchskaute, the...
- 5.0 (4)·Hard·16.7 mi·Est. 8.5–9 hrScenic hiking trail around the town of Dillenburg, Hesse. The Oranierpfad trail circles the town of Dillenburg and allows you to get to know the town from a different perspective, away from the hustle and bustle of the town. Magnificent views alternate with passages through wooded areas. Impressive natural monuments and geological features also characterize the trail. Highlights: - Great views of the city - Geological features
- 5.0 (2)·Hard·10.4 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrPopular loop trail in the Lahn-Dill-Bergland Nature Park, Hesse. A nice hike that starts in Manderbach. This region is known for the centuries-old form of cooperative coppice forest management and significantly influenced by it. Highlights of the hike: - Himmberg - beautiful forest paths
- 4.7 (2)·Hard·44.5 mi·Est. 21–23 hrPanoramic long-distance hiking trail in the Westerwald, Hesse / North Rhine-Westphalia / Rhineland-Palatinate. The long-distance hiking trail "Rothaarsteig Westerwaldvariant" is a recommendable addition to the much longer and more famous quality trail "Rothaarsteig", which follows the main ridge of the Rothaargebirge. The Westerwald variant of the Rothaarsteig is a varied loop that starts in Dillenburg. Although most hikers divide the long distance trail into three daily stages, the division...
- 3.0 (2)·Hard·53.4 mi·Est. 24 hr+Premium hiking trail in the Lahn-Dill-Bergland, Hesse On this journey across the Lahn-Dill-Bergland nature park, you will get to know many of the region's special features. It goes through historic cities, untouched nature and you always have great views of the landscape. The path can be hiked in both directions.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest forest trail in Dillenburg?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Dillenburg is Lahn-Dill-Bergland-Pfad. This trail is estimated to be 53.4 mi long.
Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Dillenburg?
Dillenburg: With an ascent of 9,471 ft, Lahn-Dill-Bergland-Pfad has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is Rothaarsteig Westerwaldvariante (Fernwanderweg) with 7,493 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult forest trail in Dillenburg?
The most popular and difficult forest trail in Dillenburg is Rothaarsteig Westerwald Variant Stage 1: Dillenburg - Fuchskaute with a 4.1-star rating from 6 reviews.