Best trails near Staufen
4.1(134 reviews)
Want to check out Staufen from the trail? Good news: 8 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 8 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Staufen are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.7 (43)·Moderate·6.9 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrPopular loop in the Taunus Nature Park, Hesse. This hike leads to a magnificent vantage point from the Großer Mannstein above Kelkheim. With good visibility, you can even see Frankfurt and the Feldberg. The Kelkheim forest ropes course is the starting and ending point of the hike. The on-site car park can be used for those arriving by car. Highlights of the hike: - Hasenberg rock formation - Kaisertempel - Großer Mannstein - Detour to Kleiner Mannstein (optional) - Mendelssohn Bartholdy...
- 4.5 (49)·Moderate·7.4 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrPopular hiking trail in the Taunus Nature Park, Hesse. The start of the hike is directly in Lorsbach at a parking lot. The Lorsbach train station is also nearby, so you can easily travel there by public transport. Beautiful paths lead quickly into the relaxing forest, which provides shade and coolness, especially in the warm summer months. After a few kilometers one can enjoy the view over the Lorsbach valley and the interesting view over the Fischbach valley here in the green nature park....
- 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 (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
- 2.9 (2)·Hard·10.9 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hrDemanding hike near Eppstein, Hesse. This beautiful tour starts at the train station in Eppstein and lasts around 6 hours. On idyllic forest paths, this tour scores with wonderful views, such as the impressive skyline of Frankfurt. Highlights of the tour: - View of the Frankfurt skyline - Lorsbachtal - Tower at the rampart - Imperial Temple - Eppstein Castle
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Staufen?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Staufen. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 6 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Staufen?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Staufen is From Kelkheim to Grosser Mannstein and Luisenruhe, which has a 4.7 star rating from 43 reviews. This trail is 6.9 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,538 ft.
What is the longest trail near Staufen?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Staufen is MTB Tour Hohemark - Eppstein. This trail is estimated to be 30.4 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Staufen?
Staufen: 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 Rossert Hut - Staufen Mountain with 3,185 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Staufen?
The most popular and difficult trail near Staufen is Eppstein, Atzelberg, and Greater Mahnstein with a 4.4-star rating from 16 reviews.
