View of Dünsberg – Altenberg Observation Tower loop from Hohensolms

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View of Dünsberg – Altenberg Observation Tower loop from Hohensolms

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View of Dünsberg – Altenberg Observation Tower loop from Hohensolms

02:05

7.38km

150m

Mountaineering

Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly walkable paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 22, 2026

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Naturpark Lahn-Dill-Bergland

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3.55 km

Chestnut Tree Avenue in Naturpark Lahn-Dill-Bergland

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Beautiful old trees and many old chestnut trees

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3.71 km

View of Dünsberg

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The rest area (with great views to the south, east and west) and Hohensolms Castle are connected by a wonderful 400 meter long avenue of oak and linden trees, which leads through the former castle park.

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6.21 km

Baumelbank — View of Dünsberg and the Gleiberg region

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Here, the so-called "Baumelbank" was donated, on which you literally dangle your legs, because the bank was built elevated. A wonderful rest for flattened feet. You can enjoy a fantastic …

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6.22 km

Baumelbank – View of Dünsberg and the Gießen region

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You have a beautiful view from here, it is worthwhile to go down and take a seat on the bank.

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6.28 km

View of the Lahn-Dill Highlands

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Pure nature. Great hilly landscapes with great views. Hiking is fun there.

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6.69 km

Wladislaw Kaczmarek Memorial Plaque

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"This is where the 21-year-old Polish forced laborer Wladislaw Kaczmarek was executed on April 9, 1942 by members of the SS and the Gestapo from Frankfurt on a mobile gallows" …

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6.70 km

Altenberg Trail

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Can only be driven downhill, easy stairs, not for inexperienced drivers

*** As of May 2019: new stairs have been created, difficulty level S2 in places ***

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6.92 km

Altenberg Observation Tower

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Small tower with a great all-round view At the foot of the tower nice little picnic area, unfortunately without a view for sheltered from the wind, which can also be beneficial.

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