Druidensteig
~4 days · 43.9 mi · hard · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Druidensteig is known for
Germany's longest certified geo-route, crossing the Westerwald-Lahn-Taunus Geopark for an official ~85 km from Freusburg castle above the Sieg to Hachenburg, past the Druidenstein basalt cone, the Ottoturm, and more than 30 geo-stations telling the region's iron-mining story — voted Germany's most beautiful hiking trail 2026.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 636 ft to 1,660 ft over 43.9 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 16.1 mi · 37%
- Downhill 13.9 mi · 32%
- Flat 13.2 mi · 30%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Druidensteig?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Druidensteig scores 24/100, a relative rating across the 569 trails we've mapped, blending distance, elevation gain, and steepness. It is a comparison within our set, not an official rating.
Best season & permits
Official trail & permit info
Always confirm current conditions, closures, and permit rules with the managing authority before your trip.
Frequently asked questions
How many days does the Druidensteig take?
Most backpackers hike the Druidensteig in about 4 days (3 nights out) over its 43.9 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Druidensteig?
The Druidensteig climbs roughly 6,179 ft total — about 141 ft per mile, topping out near 1,663 ft.
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Sources & attribution
Route geometry and stats derived from OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL) — source relation. Stats are approximate and may differ from official surveys; permit rules and conditions change — verify with the managing authority before your trip. Last reviewed July 2026.