Fuchskaute Nature Reserve – Katzhausen and the Ketzerstein loop from Fuchskaute

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Fuchskaute Nature Reserve – Katzhausen and the Ketzerstein loop from Fuchskaute

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Fuchskaute Nature Reserve – Katzhausen and the Ketzerstein loop from Fuchskaute

01:18

4.96km

40m

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: September 25, 2026

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835 m

Fuchskaute Nature Reserve

Highlight • Natural Monument

On and on the basalt plateau of the Fuchskaute, the harsh climate and a traditional way of using pasture have created meadows that are otherwise typical of the Alps. Nearly …

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1.57 km

Waldaubacher Sagenweg Forest Swing and Shelter

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This place is part of the Waldaubach legend trail, which runs around the village and shows the legends and myths of the area.
This place has a sturdy weather shelter …

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1.78 km

Natura 2000 information board on flora and fauna

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Here you can find interesting information about the local flora and fauna!

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2.01 km

Katzhausen and the Ketzerstein

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With a look in the direction of the "Wüstung Katzhausen" we learn scary stories about the Ketzerstein

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2.83 km

Cairns in the Westerwald Forest

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There is a bench next to it.

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3.38 km

Trail Junction in Westerwald

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... here you can get your bearings.

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4.27 km

Scenic Rest Area in the Westerwald

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Here you can treat yourself to a Snickers or enjoy the surroundings with a cold beer in hand.

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4.42 km

Fuchskaute Summit (657 m)

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It is the highest point in the Westerwald, but unfortunately there is no nice view from here as the highest point is in the middle of the forest.

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4.96 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.39 km

467 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.16 km

1.25 km

822 m

616 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Friday 9 October

12°C

6°C

64 %

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Fuchskaute Nature Reserve – Katzhausen and the Ketzerstein loop from Fuchskaute

Fuchskaute Nature Reserve

Waldaubacher Sagenweg Forest Swing and Shelter

Natura 2000 information board on flora and fauna

Katzhausen and the Ketzerstein

Cairns in the Westerwald Forest

Trail Junction in Westerwald

Scenic Rest Area in the Westerwald

Fuchskaute Summit (657 m)

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