Discover Kemmenau

If you are considering Kemmenau as a destination for a stay, hiking related to the Limes is a particular highlight. The Roman Limes runs directly behind the village and is clearly visible. Near Kemmenau, the Limes hiking trail runs directly parallel to it; a sign next to the Limes explains its function. This means that on a tour, you can observe the visible line and its explanation as two specific points of reference. Kemmenau lies in Nassau Nature Park and is a state-recognised health resort.

Hiking along the Limes and in the Lahn Valley

Kemmenau offers hiking opportunities throughout the year. The Limes hiking trail leads towards the Lahn Valley and runs directly parallel to the Limes near Kemmenau. A sign next to the Limes explains its function. Another option is a circular route via the renovated Pferdetränke and Weißen Stein. A nature-focused Kneipp facility is also available.

The Lahn-Westerwald circular trail in Nassau Nature Park climbs up to Kemmenau and onto the terrace above the Lahn Valley. It reaches the village at an information sign about the Limes. Along the way, the route passes the car park described as a bike park; as it leaves Kemmenau, it passes a riding stable. While the Limes hiking trail focuses on running parallel to the Limes, the Lahn-Westerwald circular trail also includes the ascent to the terrace above the Lahn Valley. The routes therefore differ in their described waypoints and their respective connection to the Lahn Valley.

Activities throughout the year

Alongside year-round hiking, activities associated with Kemmenau include horse riding, carriage rides and tennis. In winter, there are groomed cross-country ski trails. The seasonal difference is clear: hiking is available throughout the year, while the cross-country ski trails are a winter option. A nature-focused Kneipp facility is also available. When planning your travel dates, these different activities can help you decide which options best suit your plans.

Church, school building and fountain

Local history is also reflected in buildings and place names. The church was dedicated in 1970 and stands on a hill with far-reaching views. It has a Peace Bell and an Our Father Bell. The former school building at An der Schule 5 dates from 1908 and is in the Reform architecture style. Another local detail is the cast-iron pump well at Backhausstraße 2, which may date from the second half of the 19th century. Chronologically, the story spans from the fountain, which may date from that period, through the school building of 1908 to the church’s dedication in 1970. The dates and uncertain dating give these three places different historical points of reference.

The wider region: Rhein-Lahn

As a broader travel destination, Rhein-Lahn encompasses the Rhein-Lahn district, which includes the area on the right bank of the Rhine at the mouth of the Lahn, the Lahn Valley as far as just before Limburg near Diez, the southern foothills of the Westerwald towards the Lahn Valley, and the northern uplands of the Taunus between the Rhine and the Aar. This provides the wider regional context; the routes and buildings mentioned above are the specific local points of reference for a stay in Kemmenau.

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