Best short trails in Schmitten

Panoramic loop in the Taunus Nature Park, Hesse. Climbing is possible on the Zacken (576 metres above sea level) and on the Beilstein slate formation. Simply to hike, it is great to stop at the Weilsberg (701 metres above sea level), the fourth largest mountain in the Taunus, and enjoy the fantastic view. The medium-difficulty tour around the Weilsberg often follows narrow, somewhat steeper paths. Good hiking boots and a sure footing are essential. Highlights of the hike: - Großer Zacken -...

Child-friendly loop trail in the Taunus Nature Park, Hesse. This is a beautiful, family-friendly hike from the "Sandplacken" car park along the Elisabethenschneise and the Panoramaweg. The Milan hiking trail leads through beautiful mixed forest around the Kolbenberg. Highlights of the hike: - Kolbenberg - Detour to the small fort Altes Jagdhaus (optional) - Limes

Panoramic hike in the Taunus, Hesse. People used to ski on the Nordbahn - sometimes even without snow and on plastic mats, the remains of which are unfortunately still lying around in the countryside today. Today, the route offers a direct, and therefore quite steep, ascent to the highest mountain in the Taunus, the Großer Feldberg. Once at the top, there is plenty to discover: a falconry, the summit cross, the Brunhildis rock and a viewing tower. You can stop for a bite to eat at the...