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Best trails in Rhine Taunus Nature Park

Best trails in Rhine Taunus Nature Park

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Want to find the best trails in Rhine Taunus Nature Park for an adventurous hike or a family trip? AllTrails has 170 great trails for hiking and walking and more. Enjoy hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Ready for your next adventure? Explore one of 31 easy hiking trails in Rhine Taunus Nature Park that are great for the whole family. Looking for elevation? Trails in this park range from 45 to 11,082 feet of elevation gain. Whatever you have planned for the day, you can find the perfect trail for your next trip to Rhine Taunus Nature Park.

Top trails

  1. #1 - Wiesbaden via Neroberg and Leichtweisshöhle

    4.3 (198)·Moderate·8 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hr
    Popular trail in the Rhein-Taunus Nature Park, Hesse. The route starts on the outskirts of Wiesbaden's state capital and initially follows the Schwarzbach. The light white cave is quickly reached, which owes its name to a poacher who used it as a hiding place for a few years in the 18th century. Before returning from the forest hike to the Neroberg, the route detours the Bahnholzer Kopf (288 m). The region is known for its evidence of earlier settlement history - traces of the Romans can...

  2. #2 - Rheinsteig Stage 17: Lorch - Rüdesheim

    4.6 (98)·Hard·13 mi·Est. 7–7.5 hr
    This route follows stage 17 of the Rheinsteig, which begins in Lorch and ends in Rüdesheim am Rhein. The trail traverses the Upper Middle Rhine Valley UNESCO World Heritage site, climbing through expansive vineyards from the Wisper Bridge. It passes the historic church in Lorch, follows a panoramic path to the Paul-Claus-Hütte, and features expansive castle views from the Ecksteinkopf. Hikers pass through the red wine village of Assmannshausen before reaching the Niederwald hunting lodge, a...

  3. #3 - Rheinsteig Stage 16: Kaub to Lorch

    4.6 (100)·Moderate·8.6 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hr
    This route follows stage 16 of the Rheinsteig, which begins in Kaub and ends in Lorch. Starting in Kaub, famous for the Pfalzgrafenstein toll castle, the trail ascends into the densely forested hills of the UNESCO World Heritage Upper Middle Rhine Valley. Hikers cross the state border from Rhineland-Palatinate into Hesse, entering the historic Freistaat Flaschenhals area. The path features the Wirbellay viewpoint and the Clemenskapelle, navigating a brief cable-secured rocky section that can...

  4. #4 - Rassel and Kellerskopf Loop

    4.4 (64)·Moderate·8.2 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hr
    Popular loop in the Rhein-Taunus Nature Park, Hesse. This route starts in Niedernhausen and leads on varied paths up to the two hills Rassel and Kellerkopf, which offer beautiful views of the nearby Tisza Valley nature reserve. On the way back to the starting point in Niedernhausen, the nature reserve is explored. Highlights of the hike: - Rassel - Kellerkopf - NSG Theiss Valley

  5. #5 - Wiesbaden, Sonnenberg and Neroberg

    4.4 (56)·Hard·9.7 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hr
    Popular circular hike in Wiesbaden, Hesse A very varied hike starting at the Kurpark in Wiesbaden. Just a short walk from the starting point, the ruins of Sonnenberg Castle are the first cultural and historical highlight. Gradually the city is abandoned and nature all around determines the picture. The route leads through the idyllic valley of the Goldsteinbach, through the FFH area Rabengrund and past the light white cave. The conclusion is the picturesque Nerotal, before it goes back to...

  6. #6 - Rhein-Wisper-Glück

    4.6 (66)·Moderate·6.8 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hr
    Popular Wisper Trail in the Upper Middle Rhine Valley World Heritage Site, Hesse. This route is a certified premium hiking trail in the Wisper-Taunus, which offers magnificent views over the Rhine. The hike leads along narrow paths through rustic forests, past vineyards and cultural and historical gems such as Nollig Castle. The starting point is the Lorchhausen train station, so it can easily be reached by train. There are also parking spaces at the train station. There are numerous places...

  7. #7 - Rauenthaler Spange

    4.6 (83)·Moderate·5.4 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hr
    Popular premium hiking trail in the Rhein-Taunus Nature Park, Hesse. This route is a certified premium hiking trail that is part of the Rheinsteig circular tours. The path leads through very varied landscapes through quiet forests and fields, past orchards and vineyards. This loop also offers far-reaching panoramic views and numerous opportunities to stop off. The starting point can be reached by bus and train (bus stop "Winzerhaus" in Rauenthal is right on the route). In wet weather, the...

  8. #8 - In the Devil's Quarter around Großer Feldberg

    4.4 (34)·Easy·2.2 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hr
    This hike leads through the heart of the Hochtaunus around the Großer Feldberg, the highest peak in the Taunus and the entire Rhenish Slate Mountains. From the summit plateau, the trail leads visitors down into the legendary Teufelsquartier, a rugged rocky area on the slopes of the mountain. Here, the trail leads through rustic spruce and beech forests where, with a bit of luck, deer or the rare black woodpecker can be spotted. The striking quartzite rocks such as the "Beilstein", which...

  9. #9 - Theiss valley and forest lake nature reserve from Niedernhausen

    4.5 (25)·Easy·3.2 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hr
    Family-friendly loop trail in the Rhein-Taunus Nature Park, Hesse. A nice little forest hike through the nature reserve Theiss Valley. From the Niedernhausen train station, you hike to the Waldsee, which is on the border of the NSG, and back again. Highlights of the hike: - child-friendly - NSG Theiss Valley - Forest lake

  10. #10 - Rheinsteig Stage 21: Schlangenbad - Wiesbaden

    4.2 (31)·Moderate·10.6 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hr
    This route follows stage 21 of the Rheinsteig, which begins in Schlangenbad and ends in Wiesbaden. The final segment leaves the spa town of Schlangenbad, ascending through the Taunus forest past the Grauer Stein climbing rocks and Schloss Sommerberg. It passes the Goethestein monument before descending through orchards and vineyards into Frauenstein, ultimately reaching the Schierstein harbor and following the Rhine banks to Biebrich Palace. Overnight stays are accommodated in hotels and...
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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to hike in Rhine Taunus Nature Park?

According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Rhine Taunus Nature Park is Wiesbaden via Neroberg and Leichtweisshöhle, which has a 4.3 star rating from 204 reviews. This trail is 8.0 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,394 ft.

What is the longest trail in Rhine Taunus Nature Park?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Rhine Taunus Nature Park is Eroica Germania: Long Route (2022, 122 km). This trail is estimated to be 78.6 mi long.

How many trails are in Rhine Taunus Nature Park?

There are 170 trails in Rhine Taunus Nature Park.These trails have an average 4.2-star ratingfrom NaN AllTrails community reviews.

Which trail has the most elevation gain in Rhine Taunus Nature Park?

Eroica Germania: Long Route (2022, 122 km) has the most elevation gain with 11,082 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Eroica Germania 2023 - 122km, which has 9,875 ft of elevation gain.

Are there camping trails available in Rhine Taunus Nature Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 8 camping trails in Rhine Taunus Nature Park and the most popular is Rheinsteig Stage 17: Lorch - Rüdesheim with an average 4.6 star rating from 98 community reviews.

Are there running trails available in Rhine Taunus Nature Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 42 running trails in Rhine Taunus Nature Park and the most popular is Eppstein, Atzelberg, and Greater Mahnstein with an average 4.4 star rating from 16 community reviews.

Are there biking trails available in Rhine Taunus Nature Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 24 biking trails in Rhine Taunus Nature Park and the most popular is Emsbach-Woersbach Cycle Trail with an average 4.3 star rating from 6 community reviews.

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