Easily reached on the A 61, the region of Emmelshausen is "right at the front of the Hunsrück". It is only a few kilometres to the Rhine and Moselle but the route is quite spectacular. Narrow paths, steep rocks and deep ravines through the Ehrbach gorge and the Baybach valley lead to the Moselle, while the Rheinhöhenweg or the Gründelbachtal lead to the romantic Rhine valley. And as if this stunning scenery were not enticing enough by itself, the romantic landscape is dotted with old mills and magnificent fortified castles. Weekend packages advertised at the Tourist Information Centre in Emmelshausen start at as little as € 103 or from € 196 for a full week’s hiking holiday.
If you prefer pedals to hiking boots the Schinderhannes cycle path along the old railway line is a gentle route over the Hunsrück hills with fabulous views and no appreciable inclines for 38 km.
The Lorelei Tour to the Rhine is fun for the whole family and, for those who like something more energetic, the "Deutsches Eck" Tour packs in the Moselle, Rhine and Hunsrück in a 55-kilometre encounter with nature including a river cruise.
No need to worry about the return journey. Relax and enjoy one of Germany’s most beautiful train journeys as the Hunsrück railway carries you (and your bicycle) back to Emmelshausen.
This is also available as part of a package deal. Three nights’ accommodation, three cycling tours, a river cruise, train journeys, admission to Burg Rheinfels and the Schinderhannes Tower from just € 105.
The Tourist Information centre in the Zentrum am Park will be happy to give you more information and also devises special programmes for groups. Booking is straightforward and possible at any time of day or night. Simply visit www.rhein-mosel-dreieck.de and use the modern online reservation system.