Best moderate trails in Gießen

Beautiful circular route between Giessen and Lollar, Hesse You start at Gießen-Oswaldsgarten train station, cross the Lahn on the Sachsenhäuser bridge and then follow the path along the bank. It goes further and further north to the Launsbacher lakes and past the eastern edge of Wißmar to the Wißmarer See. There are restaurants to take a break on both sides of the river as well as on the Wißmarer See. Highlights: - Beach Wissmarer See - Hessian wood and technology museum

Popular loop trail near Giessen, Hesse. This hike starts at the Giessen-Hardtallee stop. You hike along the Lahn to the South Pacific and the Dutenhofener See. During the summer months you should definitely pack your bathing gear and treat yourself to a refreshing break at the Dutenhofener See lido. It goes back to the starting point via the Surfsee and the Suedsee. Highlights of the hike: - Dutenhofer See - Silver Lake - Suedsee - Lahn

Varied loop from Lollar, Hesse. The varied route leads from the urban surroundings of Lollar into the natural and cultural landscape of the Lahn Valley. After an ascent to the Lollarer Kopf, a magnificent view opens up. A highlight of the hike is the historic Badenburg, which once secured the Lahn crossing and is now a popular photo motif. The trail leads back to Lollar along the banks of the river through the floodplain landscape of the Lahn. As the route is not continuously marked, it is...

Popular cycle route near Giessen, Hesse. This official bike tour starts at the Giessen train station, from where it goes to Lich and back again. In both cities you should take some time to properly admire the incredible abundance of historical monuments, cultural institutions and architecturally interesting buildings. These include the half-timbered houses and the castle park in Lich as well as the city museum and the Liebig museum in Giessen. Highlights of the route: - Residence city of...