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Sporkenburg castle ruines © GDKE, U. Pfeuffer — © GDKE, U. Pfeuffer
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Welcome to the Westerwald, Lahn and Taunus region

Put on your walking boots and head off in the footsteps of ancient noble families, or discover enchanted monasteries and churches set amidst beautiful scenery. The Aar and Lahn rivers and the Westerwald and Taunus regions offer the perfect combination of culture and nature.

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Nassau Castle

Noble residence with stunning views
A hilltop castle above the river Lahn that was once home to one of the oldest noble families in Germany.

Schwalbach Castle

Outstanding medieval architecture
This hill castle is one of the loveliest and best preserved in the Taunus region.

Hartenfels castle ruins

Impressive relic from Salian times
The 18-metre castle keep is evidence of how important this Salian castle once was.

Sporkenburg castle ruins

French influence in the Westerwald
These ruins hidden in the forest have some surprising architectural features.

Other monuments

Countless original sites
Discover history in the Westerwald, Lahn and Taunus region.