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Ruins of Falkenstein Castle – Woog Valley loop from Königstein im Taunus

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Ruins of Falkenstein Castle – Woog Valley loop from Königstein im Taunus

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Ruins of Falkenstein Castle – Woog Valley loop from Königstein im Taunus

01:58

6.67km

180m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 30, 2026

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Burghain - Falkenstein

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440 m

Ruins of Falkenstein Castle

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Falkenstein Castle was probably built in the middle of the 14th century. Although it is significantly smaller than the neighboring castle in Königstein, it is still worth a visit. From …

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1.31 km

Moss-covered rock formations in Falkensteiner Wald

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Beautiful circular routes through a rocky landscape with a beautiful forest.

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1.71 km

View of the ruins of Königstein Castle

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brilliant view over Königstein, perfect spot to photograph the town and castle

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2.79 km

Woog Valley

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Nice little valley / park, something more to go for a walk or transit on a long hike.

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3.17 km

The Liederbach originates west of Königstein im Taunus near the Königstein castle ruins. Here the Rombach and Reichenbach flow together and form the Liederbach.
Unfortunately, when we visited, the stream bed had dried up due to the long dry period.

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4.42 km

Main Street, Königstein

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Königstein Castle is preparing for Halloween, so the construction site barriers weren't that great if you want to look at a castle and have paid for admission.

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5.33 km

Ascent to Falkenstein Castle

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Well-developed hiking trail to Falkenstein Castle. That's fun.

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5.43 km

View of Königstein and Königstein Castle from Hildablick

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The Hildablick in Königstein im Taunus is a beautiful viewpoint, formerly known as the Hilda Temple. It offers a breathtaking view of Königstein and the surrounding Taunus Mountains.

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6.67 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.23 km

1.39 km

973 m

553 m

520 m

Surfaces

1.96 km

1.59 km

1.35 km

817 m

617 m

339 m

Elevation

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Highest point (480 m)

Lowest point (320 m)

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Wednesday 3 June

14°C

8°C

96 %

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Ruins of Falkenstein Castle – Woog Valley loop from Königstein im Taunus

Ruins of Falkenstein Castle

Moss-covered rock formations in Falkensteiner Wald

View of the ruins of Königstein Castle

Woog Valley

Woogtal Water Wheel

Main Street, Königstein

Ascent to Falkenstein Castle

View of Königstein and Königstein Castle from Hildablick

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