Best river trails in Oberursel
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Explore the most popular river trails near Oberursel 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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- 4.5 (144)·Moderate·8.9 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrPopular loop in the Taunus Nature Park, Hesse The starting point of this wonderful hike is the Hohemark train station (reachable by bus and train). Accompanied by the babbling of the Urselbach, the path leads through the heathland, birch and coniferous forests of the Altkönig nature reserve to the White Wall. The impressive quartzite field was formed during the last ice age and owes its name to the fact that the boulders glow white when the sun shines on them. Halfway there is a nice rest...
- 4.7 (75)·Moderate·2.9 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrFamily-friendly nature trail in the Taunus Nature Park, Hesse. 15 stations, including some child-friendly, provide information about the life and culture of the Celts in the Taunus. Not only as a nature trail, but also as a regular hiking trail, the Celtic loop trail inspires all large and small visitors. Highlights of the hike: - child-friendly - Celtic grave - Celtic city walls - 15 adventure stations
- 4.3 (22)·Moderate·7.7 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrPopular loop trail in the Taunus Nature Park, Hesse. This hike from Hohemark train station takes about 4 hours. You walk to two of the most popular attractions near Oberursel: The Altkoenig, the third highest mountain in the Taunus, and the White Wall, an imposing quartzite field from the last Ice Age. At the starting point there is an opportunity to eat in restaurants. Highlights of the hike: - View from the Altkoenig - White wall - historical ring wall of the Altkoenig - View of the...
- 4.2 (21)·Moderate·5.3 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular hike in the Taunus Nature Park, Hesse. A nice hike or jogging loop through the Oberursel city forest, easily accessible by bus and train. Even with children, this route shouldn't be a big problem. Highlights of the hike: - child-friendly - beautiful forest paths
- 4.4 (10)·Hard·15.7 mi·Est. 8–8.5 hrPopular hike in the Taunus Nature Park, Hesse. You should bring a little physical fitness for this 25 km long hike - not only because of the distance, but also because of the altitude that has to be conquered in part (e.g. up to the Großer Feldberg). Highlights of the hike: - Brunhildis rock - Sequoia trees in the Frankfurter Forsthaus - Schmitten
- 3.4 (7)·Moderate·5 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular hike in the Taunus Nature Park, Hesse. The historic highlight of this hike is the Saalburg, a reconstructed Roman fort on the Limes im Taunus UNESCO World Heritage Site. History-interested hikers also have the opportunity to discover further evidence of earlier settlement history right at the beginning of the route on the Oberursel Celtic hiking trail. Highlights of the hike: - Oberursel-Hohemark - Curly Tree - Elisabethenstein - Jupiter Column - Castle Saalburg
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest river trail in Oberursel?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest river trail in Oberursel is Taunusklub Route 045 red bar. This trail is estimated to be 15.7 mi long.
Which river trail has the most elevation gain in Oberursel?
Oberursel: With an ascent of 2,959 ft, Taunusklub Route 045 red bar has the most elevation gain of all of the river trails in the area. The next highest ascent for river trails is Oberursel (Taunus) - Altkönig - Hünerberg Mountain with 1,870 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult river trail in Oberursel?
The most popular and difficult river trail in Oberursel is Taunusklub Route 045 red bar with a 4.4-star rating from 10 reviews.
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- Weiße Mauer
- Limesturm WP 3/49
- Heidetränk-Oppidum
- Heidetränk-Oppidum
- Weiße Mauer
- Bärenhöhle
- Keltengrab
- Emminghaushütte
- Roter Born
- Kaulquappen
- Ravensteinhütte
- Kolbenberg
- Römerkastell "Altes Jagdhaus"
- Limeskastell "Altes Jagdhaus"
- Limes-Turm WP 3/52 Mittelberg
- Maasgrundweiher
- Rushmoorweiher
- Schillerturm
- Wohnmobilparkplatz an der Hohemark
- Quelle zu Kalbach