Discover Neuhäusel

Neuhäusel combines a tree-and-forest perspective with a history that points to the important route between the Rhine and the Westerwald. The Neuhäusel Arboretum offers a focus of its own; in the nearby forest area, designated hiking trails and a larger network of paths add further options. The wider Westerwald destination also offers distinct landscape and cultural themes to explore.

Arboretum and forest surroundings

The Neuhäusel Arboretum covers 2.1 hectares and features around 150 tree species from around the world. This variety gives the tree garden a botanical focus. Paths lead through the park landscape, while resting areas offer places to pause. Admission is free; nevertheless, check local access conditions before planning a visit.

The nearby forest region focuses on recreation in the woods. It has designated hiking trails and numerous forest car parks. The network of paths throughout the entire forest district covers around 500 kilometres. The scale of these attractions differs: the arboretum is a garden with a stated area, while the paths extend across the forest district.

Neuhäusel’s historical setting

Neuhäusel’s historical character is linked to its position on the important route between the Rhine and the Westerwald. The village developed along this connection from a rest stop for travellers. Alongside its tree diversity and forest surroundings, the village’s former role as a stop on a travel route is part of its history.

Distinctive themes in the Westerwald

The hiking trails in the wider Westerwald destination can also be distinguished by their length and number of stages. The WesterwaldSteig runs through the Westerwald, is 235 kilometres long and has 16 stages. The Druidensteig stretches for 94 kilometres over seven day stages, passes through seven river valleys and features more than 30 geo-information points. These details show the difference in scale between the two routes; the Druidensteig also offers geological points of interest. Check the current route planner before setting out.

Another attraction in the Westerwald is Stöffel Park. The approximately 140-hectare site of a former basalt quarry combines industrial heritage, geological history and nature. Fossils are on display at the TERTIÄRUM in Stöffel Park, including the famous “Stöffel Mouse”. The fossils on display document around 25 million years of Earth’s history.

The Westerwald Ceramic Museum explores another distinct cultural theme: it presents the history of working with clay; the objects on display mostly originated in a clay pit in the Westerwald. In the museum workshop, visitors can get creative themselves under expert guidance. Check the current workshop programme and booking conditions before your trip.

Landscape attractions in the Westerwald include Holzbach Gorge, the Westerwald Lake District and Fuchskaute. The gorge is a breakthrough valley around one kilometre long, with basalt walls up to 30 metres high. The lake district is a natural area with seven ponds. At 657 metres, Fuchskaute is the highest elevation in the Westerwald.

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Go to the wider travel overview: Westerwald.