Lahnradweg 7th stage Limburg/Diez - Nassau

From the old Lahn bridge in Limburg, you cycle comfortably along the left bank of the Lahn, leaving Hesse at Staffel and cycling through Rhineland-Palatinate. The Oranier town of Diez welcomes you with two castles worth seeing, but also with one of the few noticeable climbs. Both castles, Oranienstein Castle and the Count's Castle, are home to interesting museums and, as in Limburg, Diez also boasts romantic half-timbered facades, cosy cafés and restaurants.

You also leave Diez via a bridge. At the end of the "Alte Lahnbrücke" cycle and foot bridge, keep right and follow the bend down to the Lahn. Follow the signs for the Lahnradweg and cycle along the right bank of the Lahn. On hot days, you should treat yourself to a refreshing dip in the Diez quarry pond and continue leisurely along the Lahn to Balduinstein. The small village complements the marvellous landscape and via Geilnau, the route continues in a relaxed manner over two newly built cycle and pedestrian bridges to Laurenburg.

From Laurenburg, you also keep to the Lahn and cycle parallel to the B417 through the Lahn valley to Obernhof. The wine-growing tradition is upheld here and you are sure to find a wine bar where you can sample a glass of wine. In Obernhof, you cross the Lahn bridge to the other bank of the Lahn and have a short climb to Arnstein Monastery.

From the monastery, you cycle comfortably along the left bank of the Lahn through the Hollerich lock nature reserve. Nassau is then reached, how could it be otherwise, via another impressive Lahn bridge. The town in the heart of the Nassau Nature Park offers plenty of opportunity to refresh body and soul after the not entirely strenuous cycle tour.

The Lahnradweg runs mainly on cycle paths, quiet side roads and country lanes. However, please observe the road traffic regulations and show consideration for other cyclists, agricultural vehicles and pedestrians.

Trekking or touring bike (e-bike or conventional), spare inner tube and tools, water bottle and clothing suitable for the weather.

Don't forget your swimming trunks! The Diez quarry pond is popular because of its wild romance. The crystal-clear lake is surrounded by steep cliffs.

Via the B49 or the A3 to Limburg

Via the B54 or the B417 to Diez

Via the B260 or the B417 to Nassau

In Limburg you can park for free in the car park at the market hall. Further information on parking in Limburg.

There are also free and paid car parks in Diez.

In Nassau, you can park for free in the large car park at the outdoor pool. Further information about parking in Nassau.

The public transport connections along the Lahnradweg are excellent.

The Limburg, Diez, Balduinstein, Laurenburg, Obernhof and Nassau railway stations are located on the seventh stage.

The railway connections in Hesse are part of the Rhine-Main transport network.

The rail connections in Rhineland-Palatinate belong to the Rhine-Moselle transport network.

All information about travelling by public transport can be found on the railway website.

Lahnradweg - From the source to the Rhine Scale 1:50,000 - bikeline Verlag Esterbauer - 15th revised edition 2021 ISBN 978-3-85000-984-3 - 14,90 €

Lahnradweg - From the source to the Rhine Scale 1:50,000 - bikeline Verlag Esterbauer - 15th revised edition 2021 ISBN 978-3-85000-984-3 - 14,90 €

ADFC regional map Lahntal scale 1:75,000 - BVA BikeMedia GmbH - 4th edition 2021 ISBN 978-3-96990-027-7 - 9,95 €

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Limburg (Lahn) railway station or Diez railway station

Nassau railway station