Best trails near Benderstollen

Family-friendly nature trail in the Westerwald-Lahn-Taunus National Geopark, Hesse. Short circular route with a few meters of altitude, but also easy to manage on foot with smaller children. Ideal for bringing children closer to nature. There are some caves, a tunnel and a quarry to explore along the way. At the highest point of the route there is also a stalactite cave on the edge of the path that can be visited (Breitscheider autumn labyrinth). Highlights of the hike: - child-friendly -...

A varied quality trail in the Geopark Westerwald-Lahn-Taunus, Hesse The Rothaarsteig-Spur Breitscheider Höhlentour is a certified quality hiking trail in the Westerwald. From caves to gorges, from quarries to ancient volcanic chimneys - this circular hike boasts a multitude of impressive geological formations. So you should bring some time with you, for example, to be able to explore the stalactite cave Herbstlabyrinth (show cave Breitscheid) in peace. In addition to such fascinating rock...

This route is stage 1 of the Westerwaldsteig, a long-distance trail leading from Herborn to Breitscheid. The journey starts among the historic half-timbered houses of Herborn, passing the baroque Lion Fountain and the castle before ascending toward the Herborn Wildlife Park. Hikers encounter exotic bird species like flamingos and parrots before the path transitions into the natural wonders of the Erdbach valley. Notable highlights include the Erdbach stream’s disappearance underground and the...