Wied River Trail (Wiedweg) – Bridge over the Wied loop from Peterslahr

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Altenkirchen

Peterslahr

Wied River Trail (Wiedweg) – Bridge over the Wied loop from Peterslahr

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Wied River Trail (Wiedweg) – Bridge over the Wied loop from Peterslahr

00:58

3.55km

50m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 9, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Naturpark Rhein-Westerwald

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27 m

St. Peter’s Church, Peterslahr

Highlight • Religious Site

Architecturally very beautiful church building with tasteful interior.

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841 m

Restored steps on the Westerwaldsteig (Wiedweg)

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The descent over the steps leads to the former railway track. Immediately afterwards we reach the railway tunnel which we walk through.

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1.26 km

Wied River Trail (Wiedweg)

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Beautiful path along the Wied. However, the path is only conditionally recommended for families with small children or prams, as the path is narrow and partly steep with steps.

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1.50 km

Wooden bridge over the Altehütter Bach

Highlight • Bridge

This section of the route is truly a highlight.

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1.78 km

Wiedtalbahn Bridge Ruins Near Steinshof

Highlight • Monument

The bridge stumps are a nice photo opportunity.

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2.55 km

Ruins of the Wied Bridge

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Here you can see the viaducts of the old railway embankment.

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2.71 km

Bridge over the Wied

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The bridge takes you over the Wied and gives you great views of the river.

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2.83 km

Peterslahr Tunnel

Highlight • Structure

The 156 meter long Peterslahr tunnel on the former railway line of the Wiedtalbahn, which led from Linz to Altenkirchen, is illuminated and can therefore be accessed without an additional flashlight.

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