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Druidensteig wants to become "Germany's most beautiful hiking trail 2026"

The beauty of an entire region is literally at your feet when you walk along the Druidensteig trail. Between spectacular views and places steeped in history - from Freusburg to Hachenburg. This year, the certified long-distance hiking trail is in the running for the title of "Germany's most beautiful hiking trail 2026".

"The nomination alone is a huge success for us, as the jury selected the Druidensteig from around 100 applications in advance," explains Katrin Cramer from Westerwald Touristik-Service. While the Auenlandweg was still in the "day tour" category at the time, the Druidensteig will be in the running for the most beautiful multi-day tour. Hikers can now choose from 7 stages, with a total length of 94 km. This makes the Druidensteig the longest georoute in Germany. It was named after the legendary Druidenstein near Kirchen-Herkersdorf. The striking basalt formation has been a national geotope since 2006.

Voting begins on March 2: at wandermagazin.de/wahlstudio Prizes with a total value of €25,000 will be raffled off among all participants.

Photo: Westerwald Touristik-Service GbR

A couple stands on a sunlit forest path near a rocky hill with a large cross on top. Smaller images on the right show scenic views, a castle, a lake, and a mine. Text promotes voting for the Druidensteig trail.