Kroppacher Schweiz-Limbacher Runde German Corner of the Westerwald

Description

Starting from the Haus des Gastes in Limbach, we first cross the Kleine Nister over the old Limbach stone arch bridge and then pass the interesting village museum. On our way through the forest, we enjoy the intense experience of nature and listen to the birds chirping. To enjoy a wide-ranging view of the beautiful Kroppacher Schweiz, we make sure to take a detour to the Hartenberg viewpoint. Soon we reach the valley of the Große Nister and cross it right away over the Wilhelm footbridge. Now we follow the river calmly, which leads us straight to the "German Corner of the Westerwald". We pause a little at this romantic spot before following the Kleine Nister and passing the Lützelauer Mill on the way back to Limbach.

Approach

From Hachenburg (south): We leave Hachenburg via Graf-Heinrich-Straße and L288. At the end of the road, turn right onto B413. At the roundabout, take the second exit to get on B414 towards Altenkirchen. Leave this road at the first intersection to the right onto K21, which we immediately leave to the left onto K19. We follow this road through Müschenbach to Astert. After Astert, turn right to stay on K19. After just over one kilometer, turn right onto K20, which we follow to Limbach.

From Altenkirchen (west): We take B414 towards Hachenburg and follow it to Müschenbach. At the ED gas station, turn left onto the main street and follow it to the end. There turn left onto Hachenburger Straße and follow it out of Müschenbach. Now we are on K19, which we follow past Astert, where we turn right to stay on K19. After just over one kilometer, turn right onto K20, which we follow to Limbach.

From Betzdorf (north): We leave Betzdorf via L288 and follow it until we turn right towards Luckenbach after about ten kilometers. Turn left onto L281. After about one kilometer, turn left into Marienstätter Weg. Follow this through Atzelgift. Continue on Hochstraße (straight ahead). Once out of Atzelgift, follow K20 straight ahead to Limbach.

Public transport

From Hachenburg there are regular bus connections to Streithausen with bus line 270, from there it is about a 25-minute walk to Limbach.

Taxi companies:

Taxi Schmidt GbR: Hachenburg, Tel.: 02662/6119 or 02662/6688

Taxi Uwe Bischoff: Hachenburg, Tel.: 02662/944444

Taxi Kappi-Tullius: Hachenburg, Tel.: 02662/939390

Taxi Uwe Bischoff: Altenkirchen, Tel.: 02681/2222

Taxi Uwe Bischoff: Wissen, Tel.: 02742/1055

Taxi-Mietwagen Jung, Reinhold: Hamm/Sieg, Tel.: 02682/8555

Parking

Limbach: Free parking at the Haus des Gastes, Hardtweg 3, 57629 Limbach

Heuzert: Free parking at the "Cafe und Biergarten Wilhelmsteg", Wilhelm-Steg 1, 57627 Heuzert

Directions

Important note: The route is not signposted!

We start our hike in Limbach at the Haus des Gastes and cross the small Nister right at the beginning of the route. On our way, which leads us through a forest, we enjoy the intense experience of nature. Soon we reach the valley of the Great Nister and cross it over the Wilhelm footbridge. Now we follow the course of the Great Nister, which leads us directly to the "German Corner of the Westerwald". Here we can take a break and refresh ourselves before hiking back to Limbach via the Lützelau Mill.

Safety instructions

• Wear sturdy footwear and weather-appropriate, practical clothing that protects you from cold and wet or heat and sun.

• Bring enough fluids. There are not everywhere places to eat.

• Please wear appropriate hiking boots that give you enough grip even on slippery and steep or rocky and uneven paths.

• If you think some sections of the path are not passable for you, you should avoid them. Especially in adverse weather conditions, natural paths may have muddy and slippery sections.

• Especially in autumn, be aware that fallen leaves on the ground can conceal unevenness, roots, stones, or holes in the path. You have to expect path restrictions of this kind when hiking.

• Although the path is very well marked throughout, you should always carry a suitable hiking map for safety reasons.

Equipment

Although there are places to eat in Limbach and Heuzert, it is recommended to bring packed food.

Tips

Take a break at the "German Corner of the Westerwald" – the highlight of this route – and enjoy a picnic you bring with you.

Destination

Haus des Gastes in Limbach, Hardtweg 3, 57629 Limbach

Starting Point

Haus des Gastes in Limbach, Hardtweg 3, 57629 Limbach