Best trails near Mittelburg
4.4(308 reviews)
Want to check out Mittelburg from the trail? Good news: 6 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. Explore Mittelburg from one of 2 easy hiking routes or discover kid-friendly routes for your next family trip. Looking for a challenge? Choose from 4 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Mittelburg are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.5 (240)·Moderate·7.4 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrPopular loop in the Taunus Nature Park, Hesse. This varied loop in the Hochtaunus district, just outside Frankfurt am Main, features three castles. It takes in the three towns of Königstein, Falkenstein and Kronberg. The towns alternate with lots of nature and all kinds of historical sites, so there's never a dull moment. Towards the end of the hike, the tour can be supplemented with a visit to the Opel Zoo. The path is marked throughout with the 3BurgenWeg logo, which shows a black castle...
- 4.4 (44)·Moderate·7.2 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrPopular loop trail in the Taunus Nature Park, Hesse. The ruins of Falkenstein Castle, the highlight of this hike, can be seen from afar. But the route has other attractions in store in addition to the hilltop castle built around 1350. In the climatic health resort of Koenigstein im Taunus, it is worth exploring the spa gardens and the "Villa Borgnis" spa house. The Buergelplatte offers fantastic views of the Taunus. Also recommended is a detour to Kronberg Castle, which contains elements...
- 5.0 (8)·Easy·2.9 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrThis varied route combines animal experiences with medieval history on the southern slopes of the Taunus. The trail starts at the famous Opel Zoo near Kronberg and leads up to the majestic Kronberg Castle. The route runs along a mixture of well-maintained forest paths, paved footpaths and charming old town alleyways. A key highlight is the contrast between the exotic animals in the zoo (which can often be seen from the hiking trail) and the imposing architecture of the ancestral castle of the...
- 3.9 (16)·Easy·2.4 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrFamily-friendly walk in the Taunus Nature Park, Hesse. Cultural monuments and lots of green characterize this short loop trail in Kronberg im Taunus. Near the starting point of the route is the castle-like Kronberg Castle, which was built between the 12th and 16th centuries and can be reached via a small detour. Just outside the city is the magnificent 19th-century Friedrichshof Palace. Highlights of the hike: - Kronberg Castle - Victoria Park - Friedrichshof Palace - Stop for refreshments...
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike near Mittelburg?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Mittelburg is 3-Castle Path Taunus, which has a 4.5 star rating from 240 reviews. This trail is 7.4 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,279 ft.
What is the longest trail near Mittelburg?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Mittelburg is Hofheim nach Kronberg über Eppenhain. This trail is estimated to be 16.9 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Mittelburg?
Mittelburg: With an ascent of 2,975 ft, Hofheim nach Kronberg über Eppenhain has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Buergelplatte and castle ruins Falkenstein from Kronberg with 1,305 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Mittelburg?
The most popular and difficult trail near Mittelburg is Hofheim nach Kronberg über Eppenhain with a -star rating from 0 reviews.
Explore in the Kronberg im Taunus area
Activities
Attractions
Points of interest
- Altkönig
- Viktoriatempel
- Bleichweiher
- Mittelburg
- Schillerweiher
- Nasenbär
- Äußerer Ringwall
- Musikverein Kronberg
- Innerer Ringwall
- Antoniuskapelle
- Neubronners Born
- "African savanna" with giraffe, striped gnu, Böhm’s zebra and impala
- Burg Kronberg
- Rose Garden
- Gilboa Tempel
- Hünerberg
- Schloss Friedrichshof
- Erlebnisobstwiese
- African penguin
- Ringwall Altkönig