Best short 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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- 4.8 (33)·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 (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
- 4.7 (10)·Easy·2.2 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrVaried premium trail in the Soonwald-Nahe nature park, Rhineland-Palatinate. This certified premium walking trail is also suitable for families with children. You hike through beautiful high forest passages and along impressive rock formations, such as the panoramic "Gans" rock. Highlights of the hike: - pretty forest sections - Rock formation "Goose" - great views of the Nahe valley
- 5.0 (4)·Easy·2.7 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrVaried Loop in the Nahe region This certified premium hiking trail leads through the meadow landscape of the Nahe and through the historic old town. If you want, you can take a detour to the Rotenfels and enjoy the view there. At the weekend you can stop off at the castle and during the week there are also many opportunities to stop off and relax in the village. Highlights: - Sculpture park - Castle complex
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