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Helmeroth

Helmeroth, Westerwald-Sieg (Altenkirchen district) is a charming destination in beautiful Germany and definitely worth a visit. The geographical location of Helmeroth is particularly impressive - it lies in the heart of the Westerwald with breathtaking landscapes and picturesque villages.
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Hiking trail · Westerwald
Kroppacher Schweiz mit Weltende
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 12.6 km
Duration 3:49 h
Ascent 254 m
Descent 254 m

Rundwanderung an der Nister entlang mit Einschluss des Weltende-Pfads durch die Kroppacher Schweiz und über die Höhen zurück

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from Jürgen Kaluzny,   Community
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 6 km
Duration 2:00 h
Ascent 174 m
Descent 174 m

The tour for demanding hikers with partly alpine routes offers impressive views of the valley of the Nister in Kroppacher Switzerland.

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from Lisa Effert - Hachenburger Westerwald,   Westerwald - Ganz nach deiner Natur!
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 10.3 km
Duration 3:03 h
Ascent 301 m
Descent 298 m

Anspruchsvolle 10,5 km Rundwanderung im Herzen der Kroppacher Schweiz

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from Rainer Lemmer,   Community
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 difficult Stage 10 Open
Distance 20.8 km
Duration 7:00 h
Ascent 415 m
Descent 407 m

The trail follows the Kleine Nister River past the 'Deutsches Eck der Kroppacher Schweiz' in Heimborn, where the Kleine Nister and Große Nister ...

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from Michael Sterr,   Westerwald - Ganz nach deiner Natur!
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 12.1 km
Duration 4:30 h
Ascent 377 m
Descent 352 m

Fantastic distant views and a partly very demanding profile: this circular tour makes some demands, but the efforts are richly rewarded.

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from Michael Sterr,   Westerwald - Ganz nach deiner Natur!
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 68.7 km
Duration 5:14 h
Ascent 384 m
Descent 785 m

The cycle path leads from the source west of the Fuchskaute near Willingen to the mouth of the Sieg near Knowledge along the Nister.

from Maja Büttner,   Westerwald - Ganz nach deiner Natur!
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Of particular tourist relevance are the numerous sights in the surrounding area. Particularly worth seeing is Hachenburg Castle, which dates back to the 13th century and is now used as a museum. Greifenstein Castle from the 12th century also offers a fascinating insight into the history of the region.

Cultural highlights can also be discovered - for example, the annual cultural festival "Westerwälder Musiksommer", where international musicians perform, or the traditional Oktoberfest on Hachenburg's market square.

If you want to indulge in some culinary delights, you should definitely try the famous Westerwald spit roast - a hearty dish of pork with potatoes and sauerkraut.

Outdoor enthusiasts will also get their money's worth here: hike through the Nassau Nature Park or explore the Wiedtalroute cycle path along the river Wied by bike. In winter, there is also skiing and ice skating.

Even if it rains, you don't have to be sad: In the town you will find numerous museums such as the Westerwald Ceramics Museum or the Hachenburg Museum of Local History.

The most beautiful thing to do in Helmeroth is to enjoy nature - for example, on a walk through Hachenburg Castle Park or on a boat trip on the Wied.

Overall, Helmeroth, Westerwald-Sieg (Altenkirchen district) offers a wide range of activities and sights for every taste, making it a perfect destination for anyone who wants to discover Germany.

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Rundtour an der Nister by Achim
June 05, 2023 · Community
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When did you do this route? June 04, 2023
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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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