Hessenweg 5 (Teilstück Gießen - Taufstein)

Hessenweg 5 (Teilstück Gießen - Taufstein) is a 56.1 km National Hiking hiking route.

This 56.1 km route is a major undertaking — excellent fitness, reliable navigation, and multi-day planning are required. End-to-end time is roughly 12 hours and 28 minutes.

Point-to-point in layout, this trail takes you from A to B across the landscape. Consider your return logistics before heading out. The trail is officially waymarked as H5, so look out for the trail markers along the way.

This route is part of the National Walking Network (NWN) — a flagship trail maintained to national standards, often following scenic or historically significant corridors.