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Boden

Welcome to the Westerwaldkreis, more precisely to Boden - a hidden gem of Germany. This destination is a real insider's tip for all those who long for peace and quiet.

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recommended route Difficulty easy Open
Distance 11.6 km
Duration 3:05 h
Ascent 131 m
Descent 109 m

On this theme route, learn all about clay and its extraction. The circular hiking trail is eleven kilometers long and starts and ends in Boden.

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from Karin Maas für Südlicher Westerwald,   Tourist-Information Montabaur
recommended route Difficulty easy Open
Distance 11.5 km
Duration 4:00 h
Ascent 182 m
Descent 178 m

Hiking and knowledge – both combined on the Ton themed path in Boden. The blue circular path consists of a twelve-kilometer loop starting and ...

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from Karin Maas für Südlicher Westerwald,   Tourist-Information Montabaur
Hiking Trail · Westerwald
CLAY (Red route)
recommended route Difficulty T1 easy
Distance 12.1 km
Duration 2:13 h
Ascent 98 m
Descent 96 m

It's about clay

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from Werner Wiesenkamp,   Community
Hiking Trail · Westerwald
Hike around Montabaur
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 27.9 km
Duration 7:20 h
Ascent 228 m
Descent 231 m

Extensive circular hike around Montabaur on the edge of the Westerwald.

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from Thorsten Günthert (www.best-mountain-artists.de),   Community
Hiking Trail · Westerwald
CLAY (Blue Route)
recommended route Difficulty T1 easy
Distance 13.3 km
Duration 3:27 h
Ascent 175 m
Descent 175 m

It's (not) about clay

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from Werner Wiesenkamp,   Community
Difficulty
Distance 12.3 km
Duration 3:25 h
Ascent 177 m
Descent 181 m

Wo Ton abgebaut wird, ist die Landschaft ständigem Wandel unterworfen. Davon ist auch der Themenweg "Ton blau“ betroffen. Entlang der alten ...

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from Maja,   Community
Bicycle Rides · Westerwald
WW-Burgen-Schlösser-Tour
Difficulty
Distance 105.8 km
Duration 7:53 h
Ascent 880 m
Descent 883 m

OZH - Rennerod - Wiesensee - Westerburg - Wallmerod - Montabaur - Limburg - OZH

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from Jens Wagner,   Community
Road Bike · Cologne-Bonn region
Radtour Troisdorf / Frankfurt im August 2015
Difficulty
Distance 183.7 km
Duration 10:21 h
Ascent 1,415 m
Descent 1,386 m

Tour in zwei Etappen: zunächst nach Puderbach (Westerwald) um Freunde zu besuchen, am nächsten Tag weiter durch den Taunus nach Frankfurt.

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from Dieter Grosse Vorholt,   Community
Bicycle Rides · Westerwald
Radtour durchs Gelbachtal nach Obernhof
Map / Radtour durchs Gelbachtal nach Obernhof
Difficulty moderate
Distance 28.7 km
Duration 1:30 h
Ascent 473 m
Descent 650 m

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from Sonja B.,   Community
Difficulty moderate
Distance 66.7 km
Duration 3:37 h
Ascent 462 m
Descent 460 m

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Boden is located on the north-western edge of the Westerwald and offers a breathtaking landscape of rolling hills, lush meadows and dense forests. The region is known for its idyllic hiking trails and cycling routes along the river valleys of the Sieg or Heller as well as through the Nassau Nature Park.

The town itself also has several tourist attractions to offer: Sayn Castle, dating from the 12th century, now houses the Horticultural Museum and the largest butterfly garden in Europe. In nearby Bendorf there is also a climbing park and the romantic Oranienstein Castle.

Cultural highlights are above all the numerous festivals and events such as the annual castle festival at the Marksburg or the open-air concert "Rock am Ring" at the Nürburgring in the immediate vicinity. In Bad Marienberg you can also visit one of Germany's oldest open-air museums or take part in a wolf hike in the wildlife park.

Boden also has a lot to offer in terms of cuisine: Here you can find traditional dishes such as spit-roast from the grill or hearty stews with potatoes, cabbage and home-grown meat, as well as regional specialities such as the famous Westerwald cherry liqueur.

For those who prefer sporting activities, Boden and the surrounding area offer a wide range of outdoor activities. In summer, the open-air swimming pool or the nearby reservoir entice you to swim, surf or sail. In winter, the surrounding ski areas such as the Hohe Westerwald offer ideal conditions for cross-country and downhill skiing.

Even in bad weather, there are plenty of options: In Bad Marienberg you will find a modern indoor swimming pool as well as a cinema with current films. A visit to the ceramics museum in Höhr-Grenzhausen is also recommended.

The most beautiful spot in Boden? That's hard to say - because everywhere you go you'll find idyllic places to relax and enjoy nature. However, the vantage points on the heights of the Westerwald are particularly impressive, offering breathtaking views over the valley.

Overall, Boden is definitely worth a trip - whether as a day trip or a longer holiday. With this travel guide, you have all the important information for your stay at hand!

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  • November 03, 2025
    Werner Kampmann 
    November 02, 2025
    Nach dem ersten Abstecher wird es erstmal etwas enttäuschend und langweilig. Von der Grube Anna sieht man leider nicht viel. Den zweiten Abstecher kann man sich sparen auch da sieht man nichts. Danach wird es wieder interessant. Es gibt viele Infotafeln und Rastmöglichkeiten. Bei den Teichen Bamberscheid fehlt eine Wegbeschilderung. Weniger anzeigen
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    Written November 03, 2025
    Hiking Trail
    CLAY (Red route)
  • November 02, 2025
    Werner Kampmann 
    November 02, 2025
    Nach dem ersten Abstecher wird es erstmal etwas enttäuschend und langweilig. Von der Grube Anna sieht man leider nicht viel. Den zweiten Abstecher kann man sich sparen auch da sieht man nichts. Danach wird es wieder interessant. Es gibt viele Infotafeln und Rastmöglichkeiten. Bei den Teichen Bamberscheid fehlt eine Wegbeschilderung.
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    Written November 02, 2025

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