Holzbach Gorge – Holzbach Gorge loop from Gemünden

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Holzbach Gorge – Holzbach Gorge loop from Gemünden

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hikers

Holzbach Gorge – Holzbach Gorge loop from Gemünden

00:49

2.88km

60m

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: September 25, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

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Holzbachdurchbruch

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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478 m

Holzbach Gorge

Highlight • Bridge

Very beautiful hiking trail along the Holzbach. Especially in summer when it's hot, it's still very pleasant and refreshing because of the dense foliage of the trees and the proximity …

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1.01 km

Cairn field in the Holzbachdurchbruch

Highlight • Structure

Looks nice and invites you to build it yourself. They are also said to bring good luck.

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1.17 km

Root formations in the Holzbach Gorge at Holzbachdurchbruch

Highlight • Gorge

Pretty bizarre tree roots can be seen along the path.

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1.27 km

Rock Formations of the Holzbachtal Gorge

Highlight • Gorge

Great rock formation in the Holzbachtal. The whole valley is interesting and there is a lot to discover. There are several rest areas with tables and benches. Sturdy shoes are recommended on the paths in the valley.

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1.34 km

Holzbachdurchbruch Picnic Area

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This old resting place is located directly in the wonderful Holzbach Gorge, directly above the steeply sloping basalt walls under which the water rushes. A wonderful place for a little break ...

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1.52 km

Holzbach Gorge

Highlight • Gorge

The Holzbachschlucht is a true natural wonder in the Hoher Westerwald! 🌲🏞️ Here, the Holzbach has carved its way through volcanic basalt over millennia, creating a fairytale-like, narrow valley with …

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1.63 km

Schneider family cemetery at the entrance to the Holzbach gorge

Highlight • Historical Site

Cemetery of the Schneider family who have been running the Dappricher Hof at the entrance to the Holzbach Gorge for more than 150 years, today with a café-restaurant.

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1.72 km

Holzbach Gorge

Highlight (Segment) • Gorge

Great tour even with a bit worse weather. Finally, a visit to the nearby cafe worthwhile, but you should inform yourself in advance about the opening times

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2.88 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.52 km

326 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.50 km

166 m

117 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Friday 9 October

13°C

8°C

19 %

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Max wind speed: 16.0 km/h

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Comments

July 20, 2024,Abendwanderung Holzbachschlucht zu dritt

Very nice shady path..Perfect for the four-legged friend and he also got a chance to cool off..Sturdy shoes are an advantage with so much nature, woodland and roots..Very worth seeing

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