Best hard trails in Rhine-Westerwald Nature Park

This route follows stage 3 of the Rheinsteig, which begins in Bad Honnef and ends in Linz am Rhein. The trail leads through the wooded hills of the Siebengebirge, climbing past the Stux viewpoint, the volcanic Leyberg summit, and the Hähnerbachtal waterfall. Hikers pass the Erpeler Ley basalt plateau, which offers views of the Remagen Bridge ruins, before descending past Ockenfels Castle into the historic old town of Linz. Overnight stays are accommodated in local guesthouses and hotels;...

This route follows stage 5 of the Rheinsteig, which begins in Bad Hönningen and ends in Leutesdorf. The trail links Roman history with medieval lore, passing the Limes UNESCO World Heritage site and the RömerWelt museum before climbing to the Rheinbrohler Ley and Hammersteiner Ley viewpoints. Hikers traverse slate cliffs and vineyards, with options to visit the Hammerstein castle ruins, St. Goar Church, and the Edmundshütte overlook. Overnight stays are accommodated in local guesthouses and...

This route follows stage 6 of the Rheinsteig, which begins in Leutesdorf and ends in Rengsdorf. The trail leaves the Rhine banks and ascends through the Hohlbachtal to follow vineyard paths and forest tracks, offering views over the Neuwied Basin. Hikers pass the Feldkirchen water park and cross the Kehlbachtal and Aubachtal before descending into the Wied Valley to cross an ancient stone bridge by the Altwied Castle ruins. The final section climbs a steep serpentine path past a waterfall...

The Rheinsteig is a premier long-distance hiking trail that stretches for 320 km (199 miles) along the right bank of the Rhine River between Bonn and Wiesbaden, typically completed in 21 daily segments. The route leads hikers through a breathtaking cultural landscape characterized by narrow, challenging paths, dense forests, terraced vineyards, and secluded side valleys. Notable highlights include panoramic vistas of the Middle Rhine Valley, historic castles, and ancient ruins overlooking the...

Popular hike in the Rhineland-Westerwald Nature Park, Rhineland-Palatinate. This is a scenic and eventful hike on the Rheinsteig from Unkel via the Erpeler Ley and Linz to Dattenberg. From Dattenberg you hike back to Linz along the banks of the Rhine and then take the boat back to Unkel. Highlights of the hike: - Unkel - Views of the Rhine - Basalt rock "Erpeler Ley" - Boat trip (fee)

Certified premium hiking trail on the Iserbach near Anhausen, Rhineland-Palatinate This circular route is a certified premium hiking route. The route leads through the varied low mountain range landscape, with wide views, along babbling brooks and dark ponds. A historical attraction on the hike is the Isenburg castle ruins. Highlights: - Isenburg castle ruins - beautiful prospects - certified hiking pleasure

Popular hike in the Rhein-Westerwald Nature Park, Rhineland-Palatinate. This route follows the popular "Rheinsteig" long-distance hiking trail for a distance of a good 15 km. The starting point is the train station in Leubsdorf Bahnhof, the destination is the train station in Rheinbrohl. Both trains and buses run from Rheinbrohl back to Leubsdorf. Highlights of the hike: - View of the Rhine - Hoenninger Schlossberg - Ariendorf Castle - Rheinbrohler Monte Jup

This route is a certified premium hiking trail. The route leads through a varied landscape, along meadows and fields and through deep forests. In addition, hikers can enjoy wonderful views of cultural and historical sights such as the Nuerburg castle ruins and the Marienhaus monastery.

This route is stage 15 of the Westerwaldsteig; it leads from Strauscheid to Waldbreitbach. The path starts in Strauscheid and follows the Wied river, offering frequent views of the valley from elevated positions. The first scenic highlight is the Weißenfelser Ley viewpoint, followed by the prominent basalt cone of the Roßbacher Häubchen. Here, a basalt educational trail explains the region's volcanic past, while the summit platform provides panoramic views of the Rhine-Westerwald Nature Park....

Wooded hiking trail in the Westerwald near Waldbreitbach, Rhineland-Palatinate This route promises wonderfully varied terrain and wonderful views during this hike. During this hike in the Westerwald, you can see the Wiedertal from the bank, sometimes from above. A real pleasure hike through the volcanic heritage of the region. Highlights: - Camping near Waldbreitbach - Rossbacher bonnet - Walburg Castle