Best trails near Limes
4.1(180 reviews)
Want to check out Limes from the trail? Good news: 13 trails will get you there, including hiking trails. Plan your trip with hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Looking for a challenge? Choose from 13 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Limes are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.6 (88)·Hard·12.3 mi·Est. 6.5–7 hrPopular loop in the Taunus Nature Park, Hesse. The Romans were already traveling in the Taunus - and their traces are still clearly recognizable today. Parts of this hike lead along the Roman Limes, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is considered to be particularly well preserved in the Taunus. Some of the highest peaks in the region are climbed on this route; the three towers of the Großer Feldberg can be seen from afar and have been part of the landscape for years. From there,...
- 4.7 (20)·Moderate·7.2 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrVaried hike in the Taunus Nature Park, Hesse. This beautiful hike starts at the Saalburg car park. Before or after the hike, a visit to the museum in the reconstructed Roman fort (admission charge applies) is definitely worth the time! At the weekend, activities such as archery and bread baking take place around the Saalburg. Particularly beautiful views of the Spessart and the Frankfurt skyline can be enjoyed from the Herzberg tower. The Limes with the small fort of Heidenstock is also...
- 4.4 (10)·Hard·15.7 mi·Est. 8–8.5 hrPopular hike in the Taunus Nature Park, Hesse. You should bring a little physical fitness for this 25 km long hike - not only because of the distance, but also because of the altitude that has to be conquered in part (e.g. up to the Großer Feldberg). Highlights of the hike: - Brunhildis rock - Sequoia trees in the Frankfurter Forsthaus - Schmitten
- 4.5 (7)·Hard·20.8 mi·Est. 9.5–10.5 hrPopular quality hiking trail in the Taunus Nature Park, Hesse. The Hochtaunus Limes adventure trail follows the course of the Limes hiking trail and the Limes cycle path and runs from Glashütten to Ober-Mörlen. It runs along the Limes adventure trail through the Hochtaunus region. Along the way, the route will pass the Saalburg, which is the only reconstructed Roman fort on the Limes. There are also several other watchtowers and small forts and, of course, the Limes itself along the way....
- 4.0 (7)·Moderate·7.5 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrPopular loop trail in the Taunus Nature Park, Hesse. This route starts at the Saalburg Roman fort, which is worth a visit on its own. Overall, this is a very leisurely hike, the inclines on the elevation profile often look worse than they are in reality. In addition to many interesting relics from Roman times, there are also some nice places to stop for a break for hikers. Highlights of the hike: - Saalburg Roman fort - Herzberg Tower - NSG Marmorstein - Limes - rock formations
- 4.4 (6)·Moderate·5.6 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrHistorical hike in the Taunus Nature Park, Hesse. In the footsteps of the ancient Romans, follow the Limes path up to the Herzberg. Highlights of the tour: - Along the Bladehead Path - blade head - Limes adventure trail - Oakhead - Rosskopf - Rosskopfweg - Herzberg - Limes tower - Parking available
- 4.0 (1)·Hard·38.7 mi·Est. 18.5–20.5 hrDemanding mountain bike tour in the Taunus Nature Park, Hesse. Beautiful, 60 km long MTB loop from Hohemark (Oberursel) via the Saalburg castle, the Hessenpark and in the direction of the Pferdekopf (Treisberg). You continue to Fuchstanz via Finsternthal, Kittelhuette and Oberreifenberg Castle. Highlights of the tour: - Oberreifenberg Castle - Fuchstanz excursion restaurant - Altkoenig nature reserve - Finsternthal
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Limes?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Limes. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 10 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Limes?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Limes is Limesweg, Grosser Feldberg and Altkoenig Loop, which has a 4.6 star rating from 88 reviews. This trail is 12.3 mi long with an elevation gain of 2,621 ft.
What is the longest trail near Limes?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Limes is MTB tour from Hessenpark to Finsternthal. This trail is estimated to be 38.7 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Limes?
Limes: With an ascent of 7,070 ft, MTB tour from Hessenpark to Finsternthal has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Bad Homburg - Langhhals - Hohemark with 4,904 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Limes?
The most popular and difficult trail near Limes is Limesweg, Grosser Feldberg and Altkoenig Loop with a 4.6-star rating from 88 reviews.
