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Forstmehren

Welcome to Forstmehren, a charming destination in the heart of Germany. This Travel Guide provides you with all the information you need to make the most of your stay here.
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recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 21.2 km
Duration 5:35 h
Ascent 367 m
Descent 359 m

Dieser zweiteilige Rad- und Wanderweg führt ins obere Mehrbachtal mit viel Natur, tollen Fernsichten und aufschlussreichen Infos (Texte, Bilder, ...

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from Cornelia Obenauer,   Westerwald - Ganz nach deiner Natur!
Long distance hiking trail · Westerwald Mountain Range
Westerwald-Steig – Complete Trail (East - West)
recommended route Difficulty moderate Multi-stage route
Distance 240.1 km
Duration 68:00 h
Ascent 4,623 m
Descent 4,739 m

The Westerwald-Steig is a trail with magnificent views. It spans 235 kilometres from Herborn to Rheinbrohl over mountains, romantic gorges and ...

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from Katrin Cramer,   Westerwald - Ganz nach deiner Natur!
recommended route Difficulty moderate Stage 12
Distance 14.8 km
Duration 3:55 h
Ascent 253 m
Descent 307 m

This stage of the trail leads through Raiffeisen country from Weyerbusch to the romantic medieval village of Mehren in the Mehrbach Valley and via ...

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from Michael Sterr,   Westerwald - Ganz nach deiner Natur!
recommended route Difficulty difficult Multi-stage route
Distance 224 km
Duration 17:30 h
Ascent 2,537 m
Descent 2,483 m

Diese Route führt über mehr als 200 Kilometer und zeigt mir die schönsten Seiten des Westerwalds. Die vier Etappen lassen mir Zeit, die zahlreichen ...

from Maja Büttner,   Westerwald - Ganz nach deiner Natur!
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 14.4 km
Duration 1:05 h
Ascent 177 m
Descent 178 m

Tour 3 führt uns durch die Tallandschaften südlich von Weyerbusch. Alle 10 Min. tauchen wir in ein anderes Panorama ein und entdecken die vielen ...

from Cornelia Obenauer,   Westerwald - Ganz nach deiner Natur!
recommended route Difficulty difficult Stage 1
Distance 75.5 km
Duration 5:55 h
Ascent 991 m
Descent 885 m

Diese Tour vom Rhein bis zur Sieg kann man ebenso wie die drei anderen Etappen immer wieder fahren. Ich genieße den herrlichen Westerwald, auch ...

from Maja Büttner,   Westerwald - Ganz nach deiner Natur!
Theme trail · Westerwald Mountain Range
"Atemweg" am WesterwaldSteig bei Weyerbusch
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 2.7 km
Duration 0:40 h
Ascent 22 m
Descent 22 m

Auf diesem Rundweg finden wir neben einer wunderschönen Landschaft 13 Übungstafeln für die Kräftigung unserer Lungenfunktion. Eine wohltuende ...

from Cornelia Obenauer,   Westerwald - Ganz nach deiner Natur!
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Geographical location and special features: Forstmehren is located in the beautiful landscape of the Westerwald and is surrounded by dense forests and rolling hills. The region is known for its picturesque hiking trails and unspoiled nature.

Tourist attractions: An absolute must-see when visiting Forstmehren is the impressive Altenkirchen Castle. This medieval fortress sits majestically on a hill above the town and offers a breathtaking view of the surrounding area. The historic town museum and the idyllic church of St. Antonius are also worth a visit.

Cultural highlights and events: Forstmehren regularly hosts cultural events such as concerts or theatre performances in the "Alte Schule" cultural centre. Another highlight is the traditional Oktoberfest with Bavarian music, beer tents and culinary delights.

Culinary specialities: Forstmehren's regional cuisine is characterised by hearty dishes such as the famous "Westerwälder Spießbraten" or freshly baked bread from the village bakery. Be sure to try the delicious apple wine from the region!

Outdoor activities: The surroundings of Forstmehren offer numerous opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling or horse riding. Especially in spring and summer, the landscape is in full bloom and invites you to extensive tours. In winter, you can also go skiing or ice skating here.

Special tips: If it should rain, we recommend a visit to the indoor swimming pool "Aquarena" with sauna and wellness area as well as a slide for children. The "Lichtblick" cinema also shows current films in a cosy atmosphere.

Where is it most beautiful? The surroundings of Forstmehren offer many idyllic places to relax and linger, such as the romantic spa park or the picturesque Wiesensee reservoir. Here you can enjoy nature and simply switch off.

Forstmehren is definitely worth a trip - whether alone, as a couple or with the whole family! We hope that this travel guide was helpful for your planning and wish you an unforgettable stay in Forstmehren!

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Westerwald-Steig – Complete Trail (East - West) by bianca
March 30, 2023 · Community
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Westerwald-Steig – Complete Trail (East - West) by Tanja
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Westerwald-Steig – Complete Trail (East - West) by Martina
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Parts of this content were machine translated using German as the source language

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