Best trails near Aar-Quelle
4.4(24 reviews)
Want to check out Aar-Quelle from the trail? Good news: 3 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 2 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Aar-Quelle are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.6 (20)·Easy·2.6 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrFamily-friendly loop in the Rhine-Taunus Nature Park, Hesse. This fairly short loop starts at the Zugmantel parking lot (alternatively: bus stop Kastell Zugmantel). Several impressive relics from Roman times and the source of the River Aar make for a varied hike through woodland and meadows. Highlights of the hike: - child-friendly - Zugmantel fort - Roman tower - Amphitheater - Aar spring
- 4.0 (1)·Hard·38.3 mi·Est. 17–18.5 hrThe Aar-Höhenweg is a scenic 62 km (38.5 miles) long-distance trail in Germany that runs from the source of the Aar River in Taunusstein-Orlen to its confluence with the Lahn River in Diez, typically completed in three to four stages. Winding above the river valley through the lush forests and rolling fields of the Nature Park Rhein-Taunus, the route offers sweeping views, historical highlights such as the ancient Roman Limes, and iconic landmarks like Hohenstein Castle. Hikers standardly...
- 4.5 (3)·Hard·11.8 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hrThis route follows stage 1 of the Aar-Höhenweg, a long-distance trail through the Taunus region, running from Orlen to Bad Schwalbach. The trail passes the Aar source valley, small forest lakes, and villages like Wehen and Bleidenstadt. Overnight stays occur in local guesthouses or hotels in town. Natural water should be treated before drinking. Start and end points are accessible by public transit via https://www.rmv.de. The Aar-Höhenweg spans 62 km (39 mi) from Orlen to Diez, typically...
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike near Aar-Quelle?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Aar-Quelle is Aar Loop, which has a 4.6 star rating from 20 reviews. This trail is 2.6 mi long with an elevation gain of 393 ft.
What is the longest trail near Aar-Quelle?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Aar-Quelle is Aar-Höhenweg. This trail is estimated to be 38.3 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Aar-Quelle?
Aar-Quelle: With an ascent of 4,986 ft, Aar-Höhenweg has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Aar-Höhenweg Stage 1: Orlen - Bad Schwalbach with 1,381 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Aar-Quelle?
The most popular and difficult trail near Aar-Quelle is Aar-Höhenweg with a 4.0-star rating from 1 reviews.
