Best views trails in Gießen
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Explore the most popular views trails near Gießen 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 (19)·Easy·2.6 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrPopular loop near Giessen, Hesse. This beautiful, easy loop starts at the Schiffenberg monastery and leads from there through the forest and along forest edges. The route is ideal for families with children. The Schiffenberg Monastery restaurant invites to stop for a bite to eat. Highlights of the hike: - child-friendly - Schiffenberg Monastery - nice place to stop for refreshments
- 3.9 (5)·Moderate·8.3 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular 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
- 3.6 (6)·Easy·7.3 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular cycle route in Heuchelheim near Giessen, Hesse. A simple loop in the Lahn flood plains, in which there are many protected plants and rare birds to watch. You also pass several popular lakes in the region, including the Dutenhofer See. If you want, you can also stop by the Heuchelheim local history museum, which is located directly along the route. Highlights of the tour: - Heuchelheim local history museum - Silver Lake - Surf lake - Dutenhofer See with lido - Lahnauen - rare birds...
- 4.4 (3)·Moderate·7.6 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrVaried 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...
- 3.2 (8)·Easy·2.7 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrThis relaxed route leads through the Central Hessian Lahn Valley west of Gießen. The path explores the popular local recreation area around the Silbersee (Silver Lake), following a combination of level field paths, reinforced lakeside trails, and asphalted cycle paths. A central highlight is the wide expanse of the lake, which glints with a silvery sheen particularly when the sun is low, giving the route its name. In the adjacent reed beds and on the water's surface, great crested grebes,...
- Hard·19.1 mi·Est. 9–9.5 hrPopular quality hiking trail in the Lahn Valley, Hesse. On the Celtic-Roman path in the Gleiberger Land, hikers have the opportunity to explore two important settlements of the Romans and Celts. Two castle ruins and great views over the Lahn Valley also await you. The almost 31 km long Celtic-Roman path is designated as a quality trail by the German Hiking Association and can be hiked in one go or in two stages. Highlights of the hike: - Observation tower on the Duensberg - Information...
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Points of interest
- Schwanenteich
- Lahnfenster
- Kloster Schiffenberg
- Schiffenberg
- Gaststätte Badenburg Ritterkeller
- Badenburg
- Bootsrutsche
- Kletterwald
- Bismarckturm Gießen
- Wasserspielplatz
- Wissenschaftsgärten
- INGE - Initiative für nachhaltigen Gartenbau und Ernährungssouveranität
- Mühlberg
- Männerbadeverein Gießen
- Bund der Natur- und Sonnenfreunde Giessen