Location: Hesse < Germany
Nearest Airport:
Frankfurt/Main (Rhein-Main) at 70
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Nearest Train:
Leun/Braunfels at 4
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Nearest Motorway:
Wetzlar Ost at 12
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Car: not necessary
This small-town idyll nestling at the foot of the fairytale neo-gothic castle of the Counts and Princes of Solms-Braunfels is situated about 60 kilometres (40 miles) due north of Frankfurt-on-Main, on a hill set between two minor river systems opening onto the Lahn river valley. - For over 100 years, Braunfels has attracted those seeking peace and relaxation in healthful surroundings. Grandfather Dr. Carl Gerster was among those actively promoting Braunfels as a health resort. Braunfels is one of the pearls in several tourist routes: Solmser Strasse historic route, Lahn-Ferienstraße holiday route, Deutsche Fachwerkstrasse architectural route all run parallel at Braunfels. A short détour (4 km = 2.5 miles) takes cyclists to Braunfels from R 7 cycling route. Long-distance hikers will pass through on Lahnhöhenweg trail or a branch of St. James' Trail. - Short-time visitors will enjoy the views in the heart of town while those with more leisure will discover regional attractions.