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Lahnwanderweg stage 17 upstream Obernhof - Balduinstein

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/ Lahnbrücke in Obernhof
Photo: Jörg Thamer, © Lahntal Tourismus Verband e. V.
/ Klettersteig Obernhof
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/ Aussicht vom Goethepunkt
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/ Blick auf die Schaumburg
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/ Wegweiser bei Dörnberg
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/ Aussicht von der Wolfslei
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/ Bergbau Laurenburg
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/ Laurenburg
Photo: Martin Prasch, © Lahntal Tourismus Verband e. V.
/ Laurenburg
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/ Aussicht vom Gabelstein
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/ Aussichtspunkt "Saukopp"
Photo: Martin Prasch, © Lahntal Tourismus Verband e. V.
/ Aussicht Saukopp
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/ Ziel in Balduinstein
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This stage will be sporty! It even includes a small via ferrata. Highlights of this trail will be wonderful views such as Goethepunkt, Wolfslei or Gabelstein.

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difficult

Distance 19.3 km

6:45 h

798 m

774 m

It’s all there, in this stage: woodlands and wine, sporty ascents and descents, wonderful views such as Goethepunkt, Wolfslei or Gabelstein and lonely valley cuts. In the communities of Balduinstein and Laurenburg, castles are enthroned high up on the slope. All of this will make some hikers’ hearts beat faster! The stage is quite sporty as there will be some parts where climbing is required. Hence you should make sure to manage your energy well. Over rocks that are partly secured by ropes, you will climb along a ridge. A head for heights and surefootedness are required but you can also choose an easy alternative that doesn’t include climbing.

Author’s recommendation

You will find several possibilities to stop for a refreshment in Laurenburg. If you prefer taking it easy and slowly, split the route and stay in Laurenburg overnight. By then you will have managed a distance of about 10 km.

Author

Jörg Thamer

Update: July 01, 2021

Quality route according to "Wanderbares Deutschland"

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Highest point

293 m

Lowest point

88 m

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Safety information

On the via ferrata (Goethepunkt) you need a head for heights and should be sure-footed, but there is also an easy (non-climbing) alternative.

For information on diversions and relocations, please see our "Current Information".

Information on restrictions in the rail network can be found here.

Tips and hints

www.facebook.com/lahnwanderweg

Touristinformation Bad Ems

Bahnhofplatz, 56130 Bad Ems

Tel. 02603-94150

Touristinformation Nassau

Obertal 9a, 56377 Nassau

Tel. 02604-95250

, www.badems-nassau.info

Lahntal Tourismus Verband e.V.

Brückenstraße 2, 35576 Wetzlar

Tel. 06441/30998-0, Fax 03212/1239508

www.lahnwanderweg.de

www.daslahntal.de

Start

Obernhof, bridge over river Lahn (89 m)

Coordinates:

50.315871, 7.851763

DMS

50°18'57.1"N 7°51'06.3"E

UTM

32U 418250 5574382

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Destination

Center of Balduinstein

Turn-by-turn directions

There will be a couple of breathtaking viewpoints on this stage! Across the Lahnbrücke and past rustic wine taverns, the route goes steeply uphill through Obernhof. It is worth turning around every now and then to take a look at Arnstein monastery on the opposite bank of the Lahn. Now you have to decide: are you up for the via ferrata? The more difficult variant leads over rope-secured and non-slip passages, the comfortable variant is much easier to master.

A viewing plateau at Goethepunkt awaits you with a spectacular vista. From then on, the trail leads us quietly and idyllically through the forest, over meadow ways and past rock formations to the Wolfslei. After a panoramic rest, we will hike across the Flotationshalde further down to Laurenburg.

In Laurenburg you will cross the river Lahn. On the other side of the Lahn, the trail continues through the forest and zigzags down to the Ruppachbrücke. A sporty ascent is waiting for you to get in the direction of Steinsberg. Through the Höllenloch the trail leads to the refuge at the Gabelstein where another impressive view is waiting for you.

After leaving the forest of the Gabelstein-Hölloch nature reserve, the majestic Schaumburg castle appears. At the Saukopp you will have one last chance to have a gigantic view of the Lahnschleife after which the way leads down to Balduinstein. Restaurants and cozy pubs are waiting for you and invite you to stop for a bite to eat.

Note

all notes on protected areas

Public transport

Public-transport-friendly

By train to Obernhof or Balduinstein, www.bahn.com

Getting there

A3 exit Limburg-Nord, B417, K26 to Balduinstein, K25 from Balduinstein to Holzappel, B417 to Obernhof

Parking

Obernhof, railway station or behind bridge over river Lahn

Balduinstein, riverside of Lahn

Coordinates

50.315871, 7.851763

DMS

50°18'57.1"N 7°51'06.3"E

UTM

32U 418250 5574382

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Arrival by train, car, foot or bike

Book recommendation by the author

- Pocketguide "Lahnwanderweg" (free) at www.daslahntal.de or order at Lahntal Tourismus Verband (see "details")

- Hikeline Lahnwanderweg, 14,90 €, 1. Auflage 2014 ISBN: 978-3-85000-535-7

- Rother Wanderführer Lahnwanderweg, 14,90 €, 1. Auflage 2016 ISBN: 978-3-7633-4492-5

Author’s map recommendations

- Rheinland-Pfalz-App free download.

Equipment

Possibly hiking sticks for two steep ascents respectively descents. Apart from that only ordinary hiking equipment is required. Take backpack vespers and drinks with you.

Basic Equipment for Hiking

Sturdy, comfortable and waterproof hiking boots or approach shoes
Layered, moisture wicking clothing
Hiking socks
Rucksack (with rain cover)
Protection against sun, rain and wind (hat, sunscreen, water- and windproof jacket and suitable legwear)
Sunglasses
Hiking poles
Ample supply of drinking water and snacks
First aid kit
Blister kit
Bivy / survival bag
Survival blanket
Headlamp
Pocket knife
Whistle
Cell phone
Cash
Navigation equipment / map and compass
Emergency contact details
ID

The 'basic' and 'technical' equipment lists are generated based on the selected activity. They are not exhaustive and only serve as suggestions for what you should consider packing.
For your safety, you should carefully read all instructions on how to properly use and maintain your equipment.
Please ensure that the equipment you bring complies with local laws and does not include restricted items.

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Bettina Werner

July 31, 2021 · Community

Wir sind die Etappe andersrum gelaufen und von Balduinstein gestartet. Wir sind bis nach Nassau gelaufen. Die Wegführung ist schön. Viele schmale Wege und für Hochsommer gar nicht so schlimm zugewachsen. Manchmal sind die Zeichen nicht so gut zu erkennen, da sie zugewachsen sind. Für den Weg an sich würde ich 4 Sterne geben. Aber der nervenraubende Motorradlärm vergällt einem wie so oft in Deutschland den Wandergenuß.

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Petra S

January 25, 2021 · Community

Auch im Winter eine sehr lohnende und abwechslungsreiche Tour

When did you do this route? January 22, 2021

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Ma Rs

June 01, 2020 · Community

Abwechslungsreiche Tour mit guter Bahnanbindung! Die Tour führt durch Wälder und über Wiesen, beinhaltet viele Anstiege mit grandiosen Aussichtspunkten und sogar einen kleinen Klettersteig (zwischen Obernhof und Laurenburg). Die insgesamt rund 800 Höhenmeter machen sich gegen Ende durchaus bemerkbar, jedoch konnten wir die Tour mit einigen Pausen in ca. 6,5 Std. bewältigen. Insgesamt die schönste Tour, welche ich an der Lahn gelaufen bin und dringend weiterzuempfehlen. Anm.: Aufgrund des Klettersteigs empfehle ich, die Tour in Obernhof zu starten, sonst muss man diesen herabsteigen.

When did you do this route? May 31, 2020

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Distance

19.3 km

Duration

6:45 h

Ascent

798 m

Descent

774 m

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