Discover the Hunsrück

When talking about Germany's most beautiful corners, the Hunsrück should definitely not be forgotten. The Hunsrück-Hochwald National Park - the only national park in Rhineland-Palatinate, by the way - covers an area of 10,000 hectares across the highlands of the Hunsrück.

But you don't have to go that far, because even from Koblenz you can reach many sights in the Hunsrück. Especially for cyclists and hikers the Hunsrück is worth a trip. Adventurous paths await you on the heights, along the rivers and in the lush forests.

Boppard

Hubertus Viaduct

On the partially disused railroad line of the Hunsrück Railway stands the Hubertus Viaduct. Spectacular views of this historic bridge can be enjoyed from various hiking trails!

Learn more about the Hunsrück Railway Hiking Trail

Viadukt aus rotem Backstein, der sich über ein bewaldetes Tal erhebt ©klasch77 - stock.adobe.com

Mörsdorf

Geierlay suspension rope bridge

One of the most famous sights in the region is the Geierlay suspension rope bridge. This 360-metre-long suspension bridge was built in 2015 and is part of the Saar-Hunsrück Trail.

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Blick auf eine lange Hängeseilbrücke, die sich über ein tiefes bewaldetes Tal erhebt, im Hintergrund bewölkter Himmel und Nebelschwaden im Tal ©Bernhard - stock.adobe.com

Through gorges and valleys, on the heights and in the forest-holidays in Hunsrück mean pure nature. Whether on a bike, on foot on a hiking trail or leaning back at a theater exhibition in Emmelshausen-theHunsrück offers recreational pleasure for everyone. So a trip to this surrounding region of Koblenz is definitely worth it! Discover the beauty of the Hunsrück for yourself.

Hiking in the Hunsrück

Baybachklamm dream loop

If you are looking for peace and relaxation, the Hunsrück is just the place for you. The numerous hiking trails are varied: forest passages, quiet stream valleys, distant views of the Hunsrück and the Eifel. There used to be 32 mills in the Baybach valley from the source to the mouth near Burgen on the Moselle. you can discover 7 of these old mills on the Baybachklamm dream loop hike.

Find out more about the Baybachklamm dream loop

Other hiking trails in the Hunsrück

Dream loops

Theme trails

Cycling in the Hunsrück

German Corner Tour

Rhine, Moselle and Hunsrück - this medium-difficulty cycle tour takes you 76 km along the most beautiful corners of our region in around 5 hours. Experience the fascinating river landscapes of the Rhine and Moselle as well as the heights of the Hunsrück!

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Paar fährt fahrrad entlang der Rheinanlagen ©

Cycling in the Hunsrück

Loreley cycle tour

Between Emmelshausen and Boppard, you cycle partly through the UNESCO World Heritage Upper Middle Rhine Valley and past countless castles and historic villages. This moderately difficult route is approx. 44 km long and can be completed in around 5 hours.

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Luftaufnahme von der Burg Katz mit Loreleyfelsen im Hintergrund und der Rhein fließt durch ©Rheinland-Pfalz Tourismus GmbH, Dominik Ketz

Cycling in the Hunsrück

Schinderhannes cycle path

The slightly shorter 39 km route takes you to the heights of the Hunsrück between Emmelshausen and Simmern. You can look forward to several historical highlights of the region on this moderately difficult cycle route!

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Fahrrad steht auf einem Fahrradweg neben einem grünen Weld mit Weitblick ©TI Hunsrück-Mittelrhein

Cycling in the Hunsrück

Schinderhannes-Untermosel cycle route

Even shorter, but no less beautiful, is the Schinderhannes-Untermosel cycle path. This approx. 22 km long route with views as far as the Eifel takes you from Emmelshausen to Burgen on the Moselle along quiet side roads and through peaceful woodland.

Find out more about the Schinderhannes-Untermosel cycle route

Fahrradweg im Hunsrück mit Fahrrad umgeben von Rapsfeldern unter blauem Himmel ©Tourist-Information Hunsrück

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