Best forest trails in Kelkheim (Taunus)
3.7(80 reviews)
Explore the most popular forest trails near Kelkheim (Taunus) 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 (42)·Moderate·6.9 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrPopular loop in the Taunus Nature Park, Hesse. This hike leads to a magnificent vantage point from the Großer Mannstein above Kelkheim. With good visibility, you can even see Frankfurt and the Feldberg. The Kelkheim forest ropes course is the starting and ending point of the hike. The on-site car park can be used for those arriving by car. Highlights of the hike: - Hasenberg rock formation - Kaisertempel - Großer Mannstein - Detour to Kleiner Mannstein (optional) - Mendelssohn Bartholdy...
- 3.6 (5)·Moderate·9.8 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrPanoramic hike in the Taunus Nature Park, Hesse. A beautiful route that climbs more and more towards the end. On the Atzelberg there is a barbecue area and a high observation tower, from which you have great views over the Taunus. If you want, you can take a detour to Koenigstein im Taunus. There are several restaurants near the trail. Highlights of the hike: - Atzelberg with observation tower - Rossert - Hofgut Rettershof
- 3.8 (5)·Moderate·6.1 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrVaried loop trail in the Rhein-Taunus Nature Park, Hesse. From the car park at the Kaisertempel, walk in the direction of Ruppertshain. A somewhat longer ascent up to the 516 m high Rossert awaits here. Shortly before the end you hike at the foot of the legendary Eppstein Castle, built in the 10th century. Highlights of the hike: - Imperial Temple - Summit of the Rossert - Ruins of Eppstein Castle - Rossert - Hainkopf - Dachsbau nature reserve - Fischbach - Wellbach valley near Eppstein...
- 2.0 (1)·Moderate·3.8 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular loop trail in the Rhein-Taunus Nature Park, Rhineland-Palatinate. The "Milan" hiking trail runs in a 6 km loop around the Hainkopf and the Rossert, which, like the nearby Dachsbau, are under nature protection. The starting point and destination is the Hollerbusch hiking car park (alternatively: Bauwaldfels car park). Highlights of the hike: - Hainkopf - Rossert - idyllic forest paths
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest forest trail in Kelkheim (Taunus)?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Kelkheim (Taunus) is Atzelberg and Rossert. This trail is estimated to be 9.8 mi long.
Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Kelkheim (Taunus)?
Kelkheim (Taunus): With an ascent of 2,050 ft, Platte - Butznickel - Spitzeberg has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is Atzelberg and Rossert with 1,604 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult forest trail in Kelkheim (Taunus)?
The most popular and difficult forest trail in Kelkheim (Taunus) is Platte - Butznickel - Spitzeberg with a 4.0-star rating from 4 reviews.
