Hike the longest certified geo-route in Germany from Siegtal to the Westerwald and experience six river valleys, an abundance of geological points, charming views and beautiful places of interest on 83 kilometres and six daily stages.
The certified long-distance hiking trail is named after the Druidenstein, a unique basalt formation that has been declared a national geotope.
Note
In our hiking tour planner we inform you under the tab "Current info" about temporary route changes on the respective stages.
To the hiking tour plannerDiscover the Druidensteig
Druidensteig - Etappe 1 - von Freusburg nach Kirchen (Sieg)
Druidensteig - Etappe 2 von Kirchen (Sieg) nach Herdorf-Sassenroth
Druidensteig - Etappe 3 von Herdorf-Sassenroth nach Daaden
Druidensteig - Etappe 4 von Daaden bis zum Elkenrother Weiher
Druidensteig - Etappe 5 vom Elkenrother Weiher nach Betzdorf
Druidensteig - Etappe 6 von Betzdorf nach Steinebach
Druidensteig - Etappe 7 von der Grube Bindweide nach Hachenburg
Druidensteig - Mit rund 94 km die längste zertifizierte GeoRoute Deutschlands
The Druidensteig offers you over 30 geo-information points with insights into the mining history and geological features of the region. Immerse yourself in the Westerwald-Lahn-Taunus Geopark and explore the mining museum in Herdorf-Sassenroth, the Bindweide visitor mine and the Westerwald Landscape Museum. Outstanding highlights of the trail with its marvellous panoramic views are the Ottoturm, the Steinerother Kopf and the Barbaraturm.
You hike through a varied landscape with lush, species-rich forests and in an area rich in springs and water. The towns and villages along the trail blend harmoniously into the landscape, convey a sense of closeness to the land and its people and offer you rest and refreshment stops on every stage. The return to the starting point is possible on every section thanks to the good bus and train connections.
Welcome to the Druidensteig!
The Druidensteig stages are all signposted with a clearly visible logo so that you can always find your way around easily. Simply follow the markings and enjoy the varied tours.
