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Steffenberg

Welcome to Steffenberg, Marburg-Biedenkopf! This charming destination is located in the heart of Germany and is an absolute insider tip for anyone looking for an authentic experience off the beaten track.

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Attractions in Steffenberg


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Hiking Trail · Lahn-Dill-Bergland
Extra route Hörlepanoramaweg
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 15.3 km
Duration 4:10 h
Ascent 373 m
Descent 373 m

The extra route Hörlepanoramaweg takes the hiker along the paths of the shepherds who once tended their sheep in these barren highlands.

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from Naturpark Lahn-Dill-Bergland,   Das Lahntal
Bicycle Rides · Lahn-Dill-Bergland
Lake Cycle Route
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 43 km
Duration 3:02 h
Ascent 381 m
Descent 390 m

From Perfstausee to Aartalsee through the Central Hessian hinterland.

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from Naturpark Lahn-Dill-Bergland,   Das Lahntal
Pilgrim Trail · Lahntal
Marburg-Cologne Pilgrimage Route
Premium content Difficulty moderate
Distance 165.6 km
Duration 50:00 h
Ascent 3,375 m
Descent 3,511 m

The Marburg-Cologne Pilgrimage Route leads us from the grave church of Saint Elisabeth in Marburg through western Hesse, the Siegerland, and the ...

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Hiking Trail · Lahn-Dill-Bergland
Extratour Steinperfer route
recommended route Difficulty easy Open
Distance 13.4 km
Duration 3:30 h
Ascent 388 m
Descent 388 m

The Steinperfer route impresses with its tranquility and seclusion. It leads along path-like trails through varied forest sections and alongside ...

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from Naturpark Lahn-Dill-Bergland,   Das Lahntal
recommended route Difficulty moderate Open
Distance 35.9 km
Duration 3:00 h
Ascent 693 m
Descent 677 m

From Biedenkopf station via the stone village of Gönnern up to the Wilhelmsteine. Back down to Bad Endbach, to the Blue Line bus stop.

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from Benjamin Meinhardt,   Das Lahntal
recommended route Difficulty difficult Open
Distance 80.1 km
Duration 8:00 h
Ascent 1,479 m
Descent 1,479 m

From Biedenkopf station via the Gladenbacher Bergland to Bad Endbach, via Wilhelmsteine and the stone village of Gönnern back to Biedenkopf with ...

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from Benjamin Meinhardt,   Das Lahntal
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 79.3 km
Duration 7:00 h
Ascent 1,667 m
Descent 1,752 m

Part of a bicycle trip from Viersen to Budapest (Elisabethpfad + EB route).

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from Dirk Neubauer,   Community
Bike Riding · Lahntal
Rotary Hinterland Tour
recommended route Difficulty
Distance 34.6 km
Duration 4:29 h
Ascent 368 m
Descent 368 m

The 35 km long family cycle route through the hinterland offers charming views and idyllic natural and cultural landscapes. It passes through the ...

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from Naturpark Lahn-Dill-Bergland,   Das Lahntal
Long Distance Hiking · Waldeck-Frankenberg County
Hessenweg 1
Premium content Difficulty difficult
Distance 317.3 km
Duration 115:00 h
Ascent 8,090 m
Descent 8,385 m

The Hessenweg 1 was launched in the 1980s as one of a total of 11 hiking trails. The somewhat sketchy signposting takes us from Lake Diemel on the ...

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from Matthias Hartmann,   Outdooractive Premium
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 19.5 km
Duration 4:00 h
Ascent 580 m
Descent 580 m

Short version of the Steffenberger Höhen- und Hüttenwegs from OHGV-Steinperf.

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from Jörg Seibel,   Community
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The geographical location of Steffenberg is truly remarkable. It is located on the edge of the beautiful Rothaargebirge mountains and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. The area is known for its idyllic forests, picturesque rivers and rolling hills - perfect for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling or canoeing.

But there is much more to discover in Steffenberg! Tourist attractions include Biedenkopf Castle with its impressive architecture and Altenberg Monastery with its historic buildings and gardens. Cultural highlights include the annual jazz festival "Jazz an der Lahn" and numerous art exhibitions in the region.

Culinary Steffenberg also has a lot to offer. Be sure to try the regional specialities such as Handkäs' mit Musik (a spicy cheese) or Ahle Wurscht (a smoked sausage). For gourmets, there are also some excellent restaurants in the area.

If it rains, don't be sad - there are still plenty of activities to choose from! For example, visit one of the many museums or take a guided tour of the historic districts of Marburg. A visit to one of the cosy cafés or pubs is also a great way to relax in bad weather.

And where is the nicest place to be in Steffenberg? That depends on what you're looking for, of course! If you like hiking and enjoying nature, we recommend a trip to the nearby Kellerwald-Edersee National Park. For cultural experiences, you should definitely visit Biedenkopf Castle. And if you are looking for an authentic German experience, just stroll through the picturesque streets of Steffenberg and let yourself drift!

Overall, Steffenberg is definitely worth a trip - whether for outdoor adventures, cultural discoveries or culinary delights. We hope this Travel Guide has helped you plan your trip!

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  • November 09, 2024
    Hannes Böhm
    September 29, 2024
    Sehr schöne Gegend. Gute Mischung aus Wald und Panorama.
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    Written November 09, 2024
  • October 25, 2024
    Klaus-Dieter Wagner
    October 25, 2024
    Habe die meisten Wege der Tour als Trailrunningstrecke benutzt. Auf der Bolzeburg Nordseite lagen leider einige Bäume über dem Weg, sonst recht gut zu machen. Beeindruckend sind die vielen schönen Aussichten.
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    Written October 25, 2024
  • September 16, 2024
    Peter Chambre
    Tolle Tour auch der B-Teil
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    Written September 16, 2024
  • June 09, 2024
    Jens Krombach
    June 09, 2024
    Schöne und abwechslungsreiche Rundtour. Leider waren einige Wiesenwege nicht gepflegt bzw. gemäht.
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    Written June 09, 2024
  • February 12, 2024
    Peter Chambre
    👍👍👍
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    Written February 12, 2024
  • May 30, 2023
    #Dackelwanderung 🐕🐕🚶🥾
    May 06, 2023
    Tolle und sehr abwechslungsreiche Tour!
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    Written May 30, 2023
  • September 12, 2022
    Klaus Gröger
    September 12, 2022
    Vorweg: bei 79 Punkten vom d. Wanderinstitut hätte ich mir ein bisschen mehr erwartet. Die Wege sind super gekennzeichnet, einigermaßen abwechslungsreich und einfach zu gehen. Aber mir fehlten doch ein paar Highlights. Es gibt dreimal richtig schöne Ausblicke, ein Biotop und einen zugewachsenen Steinbruch. Alles ganz nett, aber auch nicht überragend. Habe bei moderatem Tempo mit drei Pausen genau 4:20 Stunden gebraucht.
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    Written September 12, 2022
  • July 30, 2022
    Silke Acker
    July 30, 2022
    Wunderschön.
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    Written July 30, 2022
  • April 04, 2022
    Klaus-Peter Schäfer
    Sehr schöne Tour, wenn nicht die beste der LDB-Extratouren. Bin sie am 03.04.22 gelaufen, vor und hinter Holzhausen sind oftmals umgestürtze Bäume auf dem Weg und man muss quer durch den Wald gehen. In diesem Abschnitt, vor und ei Holzhausen, stimmt auch der auf der Karte eingezeichnete Weg nicht mit den Markierungen überein. Ansonsten sehr gut ausgeschildert. Für mich durchaus durch die Anstiege eine relativ anspruchsvolle Tour, viele kleine Pfade und Wege, wenig Leute unterwegs. Keine Runde für einen gemütlichen Sonntagsnachmitagsspaziergang, aber wie geschrieben, eine tolle Wanderung mit schönen Aussichten und viel Natur.
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    Written April 04, 2022
  • February 13, 2022
    Denis Kunz
    February 13, 2022
    Eine sehr schöne und verhältnismäßig leichte Tour durchs Hinterland. Asphalt Anteil ist relativ hoch, dennoch gibt es einige Abschnitte über Waldwege. Mit dem Gravelbike aber kein Problem.
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    The Lahn from the Lahntal cycle path.
    Photo: Denis Kunz, Community
    Written February 13, 2022
  • November 12, 2021
    Thomas Altberg
    October 30, 2021
    Trotz schlechtem Wetter, eine tolle Route mit viel Abwechslung!
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    Written November 12, 2021
  • September 15, 2021
    C. S. 
    September 02, 2021
    ein sehr schöner, abwechslungsreicher Weg - empfehlenswert!!
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    das Steinedorf bei Gönnern
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    Written September 15, 2021

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