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Lich

Welcome to Lich and Giessen, two charming towns in the heart of Germany! This guide provides you with all the useful information you need to make the most of your visit.

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Attractions in Lich


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recommended route Difficulty T1 difficult Stage 11
Distance 21 km
Duration 5:15 h
Ascent 143 m
Descent 155 m

The Luther Route 1521 commemorates the path Martin Luther took in 1521 on his way to Worms (and back) when he followed the "invitation" of Emperor ...

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from Gerhard Pierer,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
Hiking Trail · Lahntal
Residenzenring Part 3: Lich-Hungen
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 17.1 km
Duration 5:00 h
Ascent 86 m
Descent 108 m

The Residenzenring connects four small towns with remarkable medieval town centers, city fortifications, castles, and half-timbered houses, as well ...

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from Wolfgang Schulz,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
Long Distance Hiking · Lahntal
The Residenzenring
Premium content Difficulty difficult
Distance 70 km
Duration 5:00 h
Ascent 659 m
Descent 659 m

The Residenzenring connects four small towns with sights including partly late medieval town centers, castles, fortresses, former monasteries, town ...

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Wandermagazin
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 11.5 km
Duration 3:11 h
Ascent 161 m
Descent 163 m

From the Stone Age to the modern era, a journey through time in the Wetterau from Arnsburg Monastery near Lich to Muschenheim and back to the ...

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from Andrea Halling,   Community
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 20.6 km
Duration 5:00 h
Ascent 172 m
Descent 273 m

Four small towns with remarkable medieval town centers, city fortifications, castles, and half-timbered houses, cozy pubs and cafés are connected ...

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from Wolfgang Schulz,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
Hiking Trail · Vogelsberg
Lutherweg1521 10 Mücke - Lich
recommended route Difficulty T1 difficult Stage 10
Distance 25.3 km
Duration 6:10 h
Ascent 73 m
Descent 170 m

The Lutherweg 1521 commemorates the route Martin Luther took in 1521 on his way to Worms (and back) when he followed the "invitation" of Emperor ...

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from Gerhard Pierer,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 34.4 km
Duration 2:30 h
Ascent 210 m
Descent 210 m

Bike route from Gießen to Lich, past the small animal park Fernwald, through Lich to Arnsberg Monastery with its adjacent animal park and back ...

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from Katharina Müller,   Das Lahntal
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 16.8 km
Duration 4:25 h
Ascent 111 m
Descent 128 m

A varied section on the Lutherweg 1521 with few climbs, many rest stops, and interesting building complexes such as Arnsburg Monastery and ...

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from Heinz He,   Community
Long Distance Hiking · Middle Rhine
Eastern Limes hiking trail
recommended route Difficulty moderate Open
Distance 736 km
Duration 194:10 h
Ascent 9,553 m
Descent 9,262 m

The Limes hiking trail begins in Rheinbrohl (Rhine) and ends at the Danube near Eining. It passes through the federal states of Rhineland ...

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Touristikgemeinschaft Odenwald
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 39.5 km
Duration 3:00 h
Ascent 323 m
Descent 397 m

By bike on the tracks of Jacobean pilgrims and old hiking trails from Berlin to Meckenheim.

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from Dirk Neubauer,   Community
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Geographical location and special features: Lich is located about 20 km northwest of Giessen in the hilly landscape of the Central Hessian hill country. The town is known for its well-preserved old town with half-timbered houses dating from the 16th to 18th centuries as well as Lichtenberg Castle on a nearby hill.

Gießen, in turn, is located on the river Lahn and is a lively university town with many green spaces and parks. There are numerous cultural offerings such as museums, theatres and concerts, as well as a vibrant nightlife.

Tourist attractions: In Lich, you should definitely take a walk through the picturesque old town or visit the impressive Lichtenberg Castle. Rauischholzhausen Castle with its beautiful park is also worth a trip.

In Gießen you can visit the Botanical Garden or explore the Mathematikum, an interactive museum on the subject of mathematics. It is also worth taking a detour to the Old University or the Landgrave's Castle.

Cultural highlights and events: The region also has a lot to offer culturally: Giessen regularly hosts festivals such as the open-air festival "Giessen rockt" in summer or the Christmas market in winter. The municipal theatre in Giessen also offers a varied programme.

Culinary specialities: In Lich, be sure to try the "Licher Bier", which is brewed here and is also known beyond the region. In both towns there are numerous restaurants, cafés and bars with regional specialities as well as international cuisine.

Outdoor activities: The countryside around Lich is ideal for hiking or cycling tours through forests and fields. In summer, you can swim in the nearby natural swimming lake or try canoeing on the Lahn. In Giessen there are many parks to relax in, such as the Botanical Garden or the Swan Pond Park. Sports enthusiasts can go jogging along the Lahn riverbank promenade or play a round of miniature golf.

Conclusion: Lich and Giessen are definitely worth a visit! With this travel guide, you have all the important information you need to plan your trip optimally - from sights to culinary highlights and outdoor activities. No matter whether it's sunny or rainy: These charming cities are sure to please!

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  • March 11, 2023
    Kai Rinsland
    March 11, 2023
    Vielen Dank für das Anlegen dieser kleinen Runde hier in OA!! Wir haben schon einige Wanderungen aus den drei Büchern der beiden Autoren ausprobiert. Diese hier hat uns an vielen Stellen total positiv überrascht und von Anfang bis Ende unheimlich gut gefallen. Ein Genuss!!
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    Written March 11, 2023
  • March 16, 2022
    Sigurd Martin
    Sehr schöne Tour und wirklich eine Reise durch die Kulturgeschichte (Kelten, Römer, Mittelalter…). Im Hochsommer vielleicht schwierig, weil Null Schattenpassagen, jetzt aber eine reine Wonne, das „Tintenfass der Wetterau“ immer im Blick.
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    Written March 16, 2022
  • September 12, 2021
    Huberta Reil
    Ein sehr schöner Rundweg mit weitem Ausblick und nettem Dorf
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    Written September 12, 2021
  • March 23, 2021
    Christiane Albrecht 
    March 20, 2021
    Interessante Waldbilder, Aussicht zum Hoherodskopf, sehr flach
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    Photo: Christiane Albrecht, Community
    Photo: Christiane Albrecht, Community
    Written March 23, 2021
  • March 21, 2021
    Klaus Gröger
    March 21, 2021
    Eine sehr nette Tour vor allem auf Feld- und Waldwegen mit ein paar Ausblicken. Nach Röthges geht es auf Asphalt weiter, aber immer noch gut zu gehen. Habe ziemlich genau 2,5 Stunden gebraucht.
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    Photo: Klaus Gröger, Community
    Photo: Klaus Gröger, Community
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    Photo: Klaus Gröger, Community
    Photo: Klaus Gröger, Community
    Written March 21, 2021
  • February 24, 2021
    Christiane Albrecht 
    February 21, 2021
    Gut ausgeschildert, abwechslungsreich und informativ. Im Frühjahr für Vogelbeobachtung genial. Bei Hitze das erste Teilstück aber sicher nicht empfehlenswert. Ich würde den Weg das nächste Mal anders herum ausprobieren, hat dann sicher auch schöne Aussichten.
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    Photo: Christiane Albrecht, Community
    Photo: Christiane Albrecht, Community
    Photo: Christiane Albrecht, Community
    Written February 24, 2021
  • May 05, 2020
    Benjamin Kirchler
    May 05, 2020
    Tolle Wanderung, sehr zu empfehlen. Bei Traumwettet vorbei ein idyllischen Orten und schönen Aussichtspunkten. Klasse! Lediglich eine Stelle ist nmzur Zeit (05.05.2020) schwer passierbar, da dort eine riesen Baustelle existiert und man sich zwischen zwei Zäunenhi durchquetschen muss.
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    Photo: Benjamin Kirchler, Community
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    Written May 05, 2020
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  • March 28, 2020
    Klaus Gröger
    March 28, 2020
    Schöne, informative und gut beschilderte Rundwanderung auf den Spuren der Römer und des Mittelalters. Insgesamt sehr gute Wege - lediglich das Stück durch Muschenheim hat mir nicht gefallen. Das hätte man auch außen herum führen können. Dafür zwischen Limesturm und der Kirche traumhaft schön! Habe bei mittlerem Tempo mit ein paar Fotopausen 2,5 Stunden gebraucht.
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    Photo: Klaus Gröger, Community
    Photo: Klaus Gröger, Community
    Photo: Klaus Gröger, Community
    Photo: Klaus Gröger, Community
    Photo: Klaus Gröger, Community
    Photo: Klaus Gröger, Community
    Written March 28, 2020

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