Best kid-friendly trails in Königstein im Taunus

Popular loop in the Taunus Nature Park, Hesse. This varied loop in the Hochtaunus district, just outside Frankfurt am Main, features three castles. It takes in the three towns of Königstein, Falkenstein and Kronberg. The towns alternate with lots of nature and all kinds of historical sites, so there's never a dull moment. Towards the end of the hike, the tour can be supplemented with a visit to the Opel Zoo. The path is marked throughout with the 3BurgenWeg logo, which shows a black castle...

This walk leads to the summit of the castle hill in Falkenstein, a district of Königstein im Taunus. The path starts at Reichenbachweg near the Catholic church and winds up to the Falkenstein castle ruins, built in the 14th century as "Neu-Falkenstein" next to the older Nürings tower castle. Pine trees and gnarled oaks grow on the rocky slopes of the Burghain, and with a bit of luck, visitors might spot roe deer or the rare black woodpecker in the dense forests of the Taunus Nature Park. From...

Family-friendly loop in the Taunus Nature Park, Hesse. Great views over the Taunus, a picturesque nature reserve and nice places to stop for refreshments - this hike has all the ingredients for a varied family outing. The route is marked with an R. It is mostly on flat paths, through fields and meadows and, at the right time of year, along blossoming fruit trees. From time to time there are benches to sit down and take a break. Highlights of the hike: - Krebsbachtal nature reserve -...