Discover Stahlhofen am Wiesensee

Stahlhofen am Wiesensee lies on a rise near the western shore of the 80-hectare Wiesensee. The lake is visible from large parts of the built-up area. It therefore helps orient visitors in the village; its current condition is also important when planning a stay.

The Wiesensee: Current Conditions and Paths Along the Shore

The Wiesensee has been drained since February 2023. Refilling is expected to begin in early 2027. Sailing and swimming are suspended until the lake is refilled. The circular route, café, hotel and golf course remain accessible.

The route around the lake is about six kilometres long and can be used barrier-free with a pushchair or wheelchair. Check the current path conditions before setting out. This lets you include the circular route in your plans without confusing it with the water activities that are currently suspended.

A large free car park is located right by the Wiesensee, at Winner Ufer 9. Availability may change during construction work or events. To travel by public transport, take the train to Westerburg and then bus route 116 to the Winner Ufer stop. Timetables may change; check them before travelling.

Cycle Paths and Other Routes

The Wiesensee is a hub in the Rhineland-Palatinate cycle network and the Westerwald cycle routes. Check the routes and signposting before setting off. The WällerLand Tourist Information Centre offers e-bike rental; check availability before your trip.

Routes in the Wiesensee area include the Nister-Wiesensee Tour (34 kilometres), the Seenwege (10 kilometres), the Grüner Steig and 2-Seen-Weg (19.4 kilometres), as well as the 212-kilometre WW1 circular cycle route. The route lengths provide an initial guide: ranging from 10 to 212 kilometres, they show how much the routes vary in length.

The Stiftsweg W 2 starts at the Wiesensee; its highlights include the Holzbach Gorge near Gemünden. Check for current notices about temporary changes to this route. The WällerLand also has the approximately 11-kilometre IVV Secker Weiher-Wiesensee permanent hiking route. Check path conditions and signposting before setting out.

Landscape and Village History

The Wiesensee lies within the Secker Weiher/Wiesensee Landscape Protection Area and a bird protection area. The Holzbach Gorge is considered one of the Westerwald’s oldest nature reserves. The WesterwaldSteig circular route highlights the approximately 30-metre-deep Holzbach Gorge. As natural path conditions can change with the weather, check the latest conditions before setting out.

The old village school was built in 1830 and is a protected historic building. There is also a regional Kräuterwind shop at the Wiesensee. If you specifically want to shop there, check current retail availability in advance.

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