Nauort – Forest Trails, Panoramic Views and Local History

Nauort combines wooded hills with expansive views. The village is set among the first green hills of the Westerwald and on a wooded plateau between the valleys of the Saynbach and Brexbach streams. From Nauort, views extend across the Rhine Valley, the Eifel and Lake Laach. A sweeping view of the Westerwald also opens up at the northern edge of the village, where a GeoRoute viewpoint is located. For travelers who appreciate both forest trails and scenic landscapes, the contrast between the plateau and far-reaching views shapes the character of the village.

Trails through the Brexbach Valley

Numerous hiking and cycling trails run around Nauort, and the forest trails are signposted for both activities. One specific option is the Wäller Tour “From Teufelsberg to Caaner Schweiz.” It is designated as a GeoRoute in the Westerwald-Lahn-Taunus National Geopark and classified as a moderately difficult hike. The GeoRoute leads into the Brexbach Valley, where rock formations offer insights into the geology of the Westerwald. The start and finish are at the parking lot by the sports field in Nauort. Free parking is available at the starting point, Sportplatz, 56237 Nauort. This means the route combines exercise with a geological perspective on the Westerwald. The viewpoint at the northern edge of the village offers a different emphasis, with its expansive views taking center stage.

Local history and activities

In addition to its landscapes and trails, Nauort can also be explored through its architecture and crafts. St. John the Baptist Church, located in the center, is accessible to visitors with disabilities; parking is available at the church on Südstraße and Gartenstraße. Nauort lies within the triangle formed by the old castle ruins of Sayn, Isenburg and Grenzau. Nauort’s history includes the craft of jug-making, which is associated with the Kannenbäckerland region. These topics complement the focus on nature and hiking with a religious building and a regional craft tradition.

For activities away from the hiking trails, the sports complex in Nauort offers an artificial-turf pitch with a running and skating track. There are also facilities for basketball, long jump, beach volleyball and street basketball. The indoor swimming pool is open during the winter season. As this is a seasonal offering, check the latest access information before traveling. For a trip that caters to different interests, the GeoRoute, local history and sports facilities can each provide a different focus for the day; there is no need for a fixed itinerary.

Plan your stay around your interests

The start and finish at the sports field give the GeoRoute a direct connection to Nauort; the church and jug-making tradition point to other aspects of the village.

Hiking in the wider Westerwald destination

For a broader regional perspective on longer hikes, the WesterwaldSteig in the wider Westerwald destination is a long-distance trail spanning 235 kilometers and divided into 16 stages. If you are planning longer sections, it is worth consulting the current route planner. The moderately difficult Wäller Tour and the long-distance trail divided into 16 stages therefore represent different hiking formats.

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