Best city walk trails in Geopark Westerwald-Lahn-Taunus

Popular hiking trail near Wetzlar, Hesse. The north variant of the Wetzlar 3-Tower Path shortens the 20 km long Wetzlar 3-Tower Path, which has been awarded the "Lahn Facette", by around 10 km. The loop around Wetzlar leads, among other things, to the Kalsmunt castle ruins and the Bismarck tower Highlights of the hike: - Wetzlar old town - Kalsmunt castle ruins - Bismarck Tower (Garbenheimer Warte)

This route is stage 7 of the Westerwaldsteig; it leads from Nistertal to Bad Marienberg. The path climbs from the Nister valley toward the heights of the basalt plateau, where hikers can explore the Basaltpark, an open-air museum showcasing the region's volcanic history. Upon entering the spa town of Bad Marienberg, the route passes the Wildpark, home to native animal species, and a specialized Nordic Walking park. Significant cultural stops include the Apothecary Garden, which features over...