Best walking 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 (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
- 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
- 3.0 (7)·Moderate·3 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrPopular loop trail in the Soonwald-Nahe Nature Park, Rhineland-Palatinate. This short loop east of Mengerschied takes hikers to the enchanted Lametbach valley. Of course, a detour to the "Plackensteiner Kuh" rock formation cannot be missed. Highlights of the hike: - Rock formation "Plackensteiner Kuh" - natural forest paths - Lametbach
Visitor info
Accessibility
Facilities
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 trail for walking in Soonwald-Nahe Nature Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best trail for walking in Soonwald-Nahe Nature Park is Rotenfels - Bastei, which has a 4.8 star rating from 16 reviews. This trail is 1.0 mi long with an elevation gain of 131 ft.
What is the longest walking trail in Soonwald-Nahe Nature Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest walking trail in Soonwald-Nahe Nature Park is Von Bad Kreuznach zum Park der Sinne. This trail is estimated to be 5.2 mi long.
How many walking trails are in Soonwald-Nahe Nature Park?
There are 8 walking trails in Soonwald-Nahe Nature Park.These walking trails have an average 4.2-star ratingfrom 44 AllTrails community reviews.
Which walking trail has the most elevation gain in Soonwald-Nahe Nature Park?
Von Bad Kreuznach zum Park der Sinne has the most elevation gain for walking trails with 636 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is In the Lametbach valley, which has 406 ft of elevation gain.
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