Best trails in Soonwald-Nahe Nature Park
The Soonwald-Nahe Nature Park is located in the south-eastern Hunsrück and in the central part of the Naheland, encompassing the Soonwald and the Lützelsoons as well as the northern bank of the Nahe between Kirn and Bad Kreuznach and offers landscapes that could not be more diverse: from magnificent mountain ranges to gentle vineyards, semi-arid grasslands and extensive deciduous forests. The park was established in 2005 and covers an area of 736 km².
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- 4.7 (70)·Moderate·5.5 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrCertified premium hiking trail with brilliant views near Traisen, Rhineland-Palatinate. The ClassicTour Rotenfels is a certified premium hiking trail. It starts quite slowly, but soon one view follows the next. The view at Rotenfels offers a view over several beautiful places, and various clearings, as well as the Leni-Meier-Hütte, invites to linger. Highlights: - View of the Nahe valley - Rotenfels nature reserve - Van Recum's view of Bad Kreuznach
- 4.8 (51)·Moderate·6.2 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrCertified premium hiking trail through the Hahnenbach Valley near Bundenbach, Rhineland-Palatinate The Hahnenbachtal Tour is a certified premium hiking trail. It offers hikers a route through numerous forest areas, across meadows and along various bodies of water. Every now and then you pass smaller towns with local, cultural and historical sights Highlights: - Hiking through the Hahnenbach Valley - Certified hiking pleasure - Beautiful forest and meadow paths - Schmidtburg
- 4.8 (32)·Moderate·2 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrVaried Loop in the Nahe district This tour through a unique landscape can also be mastered with children with some hiking experience. On the Rotenfels steep face you always have great views. On paths and mostly easy-to-walk paths, it goes through rustling oak forests and there are no great differences in altitude to master. On the way you come across beer gardens with a playground.
- 4.8 (39)·Moderate·6 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrA popular tour near Bad Kreuznach, which leads through mixed and pine forests over the Gans and to the Rheingrafenstein and Affenstein castle ruins. Again and again you have wonderful views of the surroundings. Since there are extensive oak populations in the city forest, the oak processionary moth is often infested. It is therefore advisable to pay attention to warning signs and not to approach infested trees.
- 4.7 (53)·Hard·9.4 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrIdyllic loop through the largest open-air inhalatorium in Europe near Kreuznach, Rhineland-Palatinate Fresh air is guaranteed on this hike: with 6 graduation towers, the Bad Kreuznacher Salinental is the largest open-air inhalatorium in Europe. The tour is varied and relatively easy, but not suitable for families with small children/strollers. Halfway along the Nahe river the water has to be crossed using a toll ferry. The local ferry is the only hand-pulled ferry in southwest Germany! It...
- 4.8 (46)·Moderate·8.6 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrThe Vitaltour Mysterious Lemberg is a certified premium hiking trail. The circular route leads past cultural and historical sights, relics of mining from bygone times, wild valleys with rushing streams and over many enchanted paths on which small "forest spirits" can be found. The unique "Schittenstolle" visitor mine is also on this route. Let yourself be enchanted by breathtaking views, unique nature experiences and alpine paths that you will never forget.
- 4.8 (27)·Hard·10.4 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hrCertified premium hiking trail near Bad Kreuznach, Rhineland-Palatinate A beautiful and promising round, which mostly leads over natural ground and narrow paths. Highlights are the hanging forests, rock formations, the bastion and the view from the Rotenfels. There are also places to stop for refreshments. Due to its location, this premium hiking trail is ideal as a day trip from Karlsruhe or Kaiserslautern. Premium hiking trails are certified by the Deutsches Wanderinstitut eV and are...
- 4.7 (24)·Moderate·9.9 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrA circular route rich in history near Bad Kreuznach in Rhineland-Palatinate A round with wonderful views and historical sights. Highlights of the hike are the ruins of the Altenbaumburg, the Rheingrafenstein and again and again the wonderful views of nature. There are places to stop for a break. Due to its location, this route is ideal as a day trip from Mainz or Mannheim. Highlights: - Ruins of the Altenbaumburg and the Rheingrafenstein - Bad Kreuznach city forest - Course of the river Nahe
- 4.7 (26)·Moderate·6.6 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrBeautiful loop along the Nahe from Bad Kreuznach to Bad Münster, Rhineland-Palatinate. The route leads from Bad Kreuznach in a southerly direction to the neighboring town of Bad Münster and back. On the way there are beautiful views of the Nahe river valley, including from the Rheingrafenstein on which the Affenstein and Rheingrafenstein castle ruins are enthroned. Highlights: - View of the Nahe River - Ebernburg and Affenstein castle ruins - Gans and Rheingrafenstein nature reserve
- 4.8 (16)·Easy·1 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrFamily-friendly loop in the Soonwald-Nahe Nature Park, Rhineland-Palatinate. There are various routes of different lengths in the Rotenfels hiking area, including several certified premium hiking trails. This short loop leads along a pleasant route through beautiful countryside. The Rotenfels and the Bastei viewpoint offer magnificent views of the Nahe valley. The start is at the car park directly at the hiking portal. Highlights of the hike: - Rotenfels - Views of the Nahe valley - Bastei
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Extensive information is available at the two information points at Wartenstein Castle and the New Simmern Castle. The former also houses the "Forest and Nature" exhibition.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike in Soonwald-Nahe Nature Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Soonwald-Nahe Nature Park is ClassicTour Rotenfels, which has a 4.7 star rating from 70 reviews. This trail is 5.5 mi long with an elevation gain of 925 ft.
What is the longest trail in Soonwald-Nahe Nature Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Soonwald-Nahe Nature Park is Nahe-Radweg (Radfernweg). This trail is estimated to be 80.4 mi long.
How many trails are in Soonwald-Nahe Nature Park?
There are 148 trails in Soonwald-Nahe Nature Park.These trails have an average 4.2-star ratingfrom NaN AllTrails community reviews.
Which trail has the most elevation gain in Soonwald-Nahe Nature Park?
Soonwaldsteig has the most elevation gain with 9,904 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Nahe Cycle Route, which has 8,474 ft of elevation gain.
Are there camping trails available in Soonwald-Nahe Nature Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 41 camping trails in Soonwald-Nahe Nature Park and the most popular is Hahnenbachtal Loop with an average 4.8 star rating from 51 community reviews.
Are there running trails available in Soonwald-Nahe Nature Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 20 running trails in Soonwald-Nahe Nature Park and the most popular is Intro Tour Rheingrafenstein with an average 4.5 star rating from 9 community reviews.
Are there biking trails available in Soonwald-Nahe Nature Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 14 biking trails in Soonwald-Nahe Nature Park and the most popular is MTB Flowtrail Stromberg: Circular Route and Wild Hog with an average 3.8 star rating from 18 community reviews.
Are there any trails with scenic mountain peak views in Soonwald-Nahe Nature Park?
Yes, there are 81 trails with scenic mountain peak views in Soonwald-Nahe Nature Park, including ClassicTour Rotenfels, Intro Tour Rotenfels, ClassicTour Rheingrafenstein, TourNatur Salinental, and Geheimnisvoller Lemberg Trail.
Are there any trails with lakes in Soonwald-Nahe Nature Park?
Yes, there are 6 trails with lakes in Soonwald-Nahe Nature Park, including Geheimnisvoller Lemberg Trail, Schanzerkopf-Tour, Ultratrail Running, Über den Lemberg und um den Silbersee, and Schinderhannes nature adventure trail.
Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Soonwald-Nahe Nature Park?
Yes, there are 49 trails with scenic viewpoints in Soonwald-Nahe Nature Park, including ClassicTour Rotenfels, Intro Tour Rotenfels, ClassicTour Rheingrafenstein, TourNatur Salinental, and Geheimnisvoller Lemberg Trail.
Are there any trails with ponds in Soonwald-Nahe Nature Park?
Yes, there are 7 trails with ponds in Soonwald-Nahe Nature Park, including Hahnenbachtal Loop, Soonwaldsteig Stage 2: Bundenbach - Simmerbachtal, Zur Alteburg, Auf Leo's Spuren - eine Rundtour in Waldböckelheim, and Ultratrail Running.
Are there any trails with springs in Soonwald-Nahe Nature Park?
Yes, there are 11 trails with springs in Soonwald-Nahe Nature Park, including Hahnenbachtal Loop, Bad Kreuznach -Bad Münster am Stein, Von Traisen zum Rheingrafenstein, Nahe Cycle Path Stage 5: Bad Sobernheim - Bad Kreuznach, and Soonwaldsteig Stage 3: Simmerbachtal - Ellerspring.
Are there any trails with cliffs in Soonwald-Nahe Nature Park?
Yes, there are 11 trails with cliffs in Soonwald-Nahe Nature Park, including ClassicTour Rotenfels, Intro Tour Rotenfels, TourNatur Salinental, VitalTour Rotenfels, and Rotenfels - Bastei.
Are there any trails with historical monuments in Soonwald-Nahe Nature Park?
Yes, there are 3 trails with historical monuments in Soonwald-Nahe Nature Park, including Geheimnisvoller Lemberg Trail, Ebernburg (VitalTour), and Weinwanderweg Rhein-Nahe Etappe 2: Weiler - Staudernheim.
Are there any trails with castles in Soonwald-Nahe Nature Park?
Yes, there are 64 trails with castles in Soonwald-Nahe Nature Park, including Hahnenbachtal Loop, ClassicTour Rheingrafenstein, TourNatur Salinental, VitalTour Rotenfels, and VitalTour Rheingrafenstein.
Are there any trails with rivers in Soonwald-Nahe Nature Park?
Yes, there are 34 trails with rivers in Soonwald-Nahe Nature Park, including Hahnenbachtal Loop, TourNatur Salinental, VitalTour Rotenfels, Bad Kreuznach -Bad Münster am Stein, and Entlang der Nahe ins Salinental.
Are there any trails with historical ruins in Soonwald-Nahe Nature Park?
Yes, there are 14 trails with historical ruins in Soonwald-Nahe Nature Park, including Hahnenbachtal Loop, Geheimnisvoller Lemberg Trail, Entlang der Nahe ins Salinental, Nahe Cycle Path Stage 6: Bad Kreuznach - Bingen, and Schlossweg (VitalTour).
Are there any trails with archaeological sites in Soonwald-Nahe Nature Park?
Yes, there are 8 trails with archaeological sites in Soonwald-Nahe Nature Park, including Hahnenbachtal Loop, Soonwaldsteig Stage 2: Bundenbach - Simmerbachtal, Soonwaldsteig Stage 3: Simmerbachtal - Ellerspring, Zur Alteburg, and Weinwanderweg Rhein-Nahe Etappe 5: Bad Kreuznach - Heddesheim.
Are there any trails with weather shelters in Soonwald-Nahe Nature Park?
Yes, there are 22 trails with weather shelters in Soonwald-Nahe Nature Park, including ClassicTour Rotenfels, TourNatur Salinental, VitalTour Rotenfels, VitalTour Rheingrafenstein, and MTB Flowtrail Stromberg: Circular Route and Wild Hog.
Are there any trails with picnic areas in Soonwald-Nahe Nature Park?
Yes, there are 21 trails with picnic areas in Soonwald-Nahe Nature Park, including Hahnenbachtal Loop, Geheimnisvoller Lemberg Trail, MTB Flowtrail Stromberg: Circular Route and Wild Hog, Nahe Cycle Path Stage 6: Bad Kreuznach - Bingen, and Soonwaldsteig Stage 2: Bundenbach - Simmerbachtal.
Are there any trails with huts in Soonwald-Nahe Nature Park?
Yes, there are 3 trails with huts in Soonwald-Nahe Nature Park, including Intro Tour Rotenfels, Weinwanderweg Rhein-Nahe Etappe 3: Staudernheim - Niederhausen, and Rüdesheim nach Schloßböckelheim über Hüffelsheim.
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