Best rails trails in Greifenstein
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Explore the most popular rails trails trails near Greifenstein with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
Top trails
- 4.7 (3)·Easy·13.6 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hrWonderful cycle path in the Westerwald. This beautiful GeoRoute leads to the Lahn Cycle Path in Biskirchen and runs downhill most of the way along the former railway line of the Ulm Valley Railway. In the past, clay, iron ore and basalt were transported along this route, but today, the beautiful landscape here in the Geopark can be enjoyed. The start is high up on the "Knoten" mountain at a car park. It is also possible to take the bus to Mademühlen or Oberrod and to start from there. There...
- 4.0 (1)·Hard·46 mi·Est. 20–22 hrPopular loop trail in the Westerwald-Lahn-Taunus National Geopark, Hesse. From the Ulmbachtalsperre you hike to the Holzbach Gorge, which was named Geotope of the Year in 2016 by the National Geopark Westerwald-Lahn-Taunus. Several pretty towns such as Westerburg or Rennerod lie along the 74 km long route. Bicycles are not allowed in the nature reserve around the Holzbachschlucht. You can explore the NSG on foot and then drive around on country roads. Highlights of the hike: - Ulmbach dam -...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest rails trail in Greifenstein?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest rails trail in Greifenstein is Holzbach gorge - Westerburg - Rennerod. This trail is estimated to be 46.0 mi long.
Which rails trail has the most elevation gain in Greifenstein?
Greifenstein: With an ascent of 6,328 ft, Holzbach gorge - Westerburg - Rennerod has the most elevation gain of all of the rail trails in the area. The next highest ascent for rail trails is Ulmtal Cycle Path: GeoRoute on the Trail of Basalt, Clay and Ore with 718 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult rails trail in Greifenstein?
The most popular and difficult rails trail in Greifenstein is Holzbach gorge - Westerburg - Rennerod with a 4.0-star rating from 1 reviews.