Best trails near Burgruine Eppstein
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Want to check out Burgruine Eppstein from the trail? Good news: 12 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 12 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Burgruine Eppstein are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.3 (37)·Moderate·5.4 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrOn the paths of this varied double loop, wonderful views of the village of Eppstein with Eppstein Castle and the western Taunus await. From the train station you walk south and parallel to the tracks, so you get to the Georg-Sparwasser-Tempel and later to the Burgvilla Bauer. You cross the Schwarzbach and the Müllerwiese along the Fischbach. Along the Staufenstrasse you now come to the forest and the Kaisertempel, which was built at the end of the 19th century. There is also a restaurant here...
- 4.4 (16)·Hard·12.6 mi·Est. 6.5–7 hrPanoramic loop trail in the Rhein-Taunus Nature Park, Hesse. A beautiful hike with a good 20 km but also quite demanding, starting in Eppstein. Eppstein Castle is a real highlight near the train station (starting point). In the further course, several mountain peaks await, from which there are great panoramic views. Highlights of the route: - Eppstein - Eppstein Castle - Atzelberg - Rossert - Hofgut Rettershof - Great memorial stone - great views over the Taunus
- 4.5 (14)·Hard·11.3 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hrPopular hike in the Taunus Nature Park, Hesse. In addition to the popular, around 6 km long "Small Temple Tour", there is also the around 18 km long "Large Temple Tour". You hike on well-paved paths and roads, but now and then also on footpaths - sturdy shoes are therefore recommended. Highlights of the hike: - Neufville tower - seven temples - natural trails
- 4.4 (11)·Moderate·5.9 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrVaried hike in the Taunus Nature Park, Hesse. This hike in the Taunus leads through the idyllic Schwarzbach valley and connects Hofheim, Lorsbach and Eppstein. Both in Hochheim and in Eppstein there are cultural monuments worth seeing near the route, with the Hochheim moated castle and the ruins of Eppstein Castle, built in the 10th century. Highlights of the hike: - Eppstein castle ruins - Schwarzbach - Lorsbach - Hofheim - Wasserschloss Hofheim (optional)
- 4.5 (6)·Hard·15.9 mi·Est. 8–9 hrPopular loop trail in the Taunus Nature Park, Hesse. A very varied route with something for everyone - romantic half-timbered houses, beautiful views and bubbling streams along narrow forest paths. Far away from the streets, you can fully enjoy the peace and quiet and nature here. Highlights of the hike: - Summit of the Staufen - Rossert hut - half-timbered houses
- 4.0 (3)·Hard·10.2 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrPopular hike in the Taunus Nature Park, Hesse. This 16 km long hike starts at Bad Soden (Taunus) train station and ends at Eppstein. Several nice little towns and settlements are along the route. Highlights of the hike: - Red mill - Schneidhain - beautiful fields - Nature reserve Rossert-Hainkopf-Dachsbau - Eppstein
- 5.0 (1)·Hard·32.3 mi·Est. 14.5–16 hrOfficial route of the CTF. Further details can be found directly from the organizer: https://www.rc-hattersheim.de/ --- The Staufen, with 451m the highest point on this tour, is the namesake for this CTF. The routes of the CTF StaufenBike run in the Hofheim State Forest through the first foothills of the Taunus with Kapellenberg, Fischbacher Kopf, Staufen and Judenkopf, to name just a few of the striking route points. There are three routes to choose from: Tour 1: Demanding, especially...
- 3.6 (4)·Moderate·8.6 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrPanoramic hike in the Taunus Nature Park, Hesse. This route leads from Eppstein through the Taunus to Lorsbach. Along the 6 kilometers long trail between the two places is the Judenberg, which you pass. From here you have wonderful views of the Taunus region. Highlights of the hike: - Views over the Taunus - Detour to the Neufville tower - Summit of the Judenberg
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Burgruine Eppstein?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Burgruine Eppstein. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 10 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Burgruine Eppstein?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Burgruine Eppstein is Panorama-Weg Eppstein, which has a 4.3 star rating from 37 reviews. This trail is 5.4 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,158 ft.
What is the longest trail near Burgruine Eppstein?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Burgruine Eppstein is CTF StaufenBike Tour 1 – 51 km. This trail is estimated to be 32.3 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Burgruine Eppstein?
Burgruine Eppstein: With an ascent of 4,986 ft, MTB Tour Hohemark - Eppstein has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is CTF StaufenBike Tour 1 – 51 km with 4,773 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Burgruine Eppstein?
The most popular and difficult trail near Burgruine Eppstein is Eppstein, Atzelberg, and Greater Mahnstein with a 4.4-star rating from 16 reviews.
