"Border stories up close" - From the Rhein-Weser-Turm to the Schwarzbachtal valley

From the Rhein-Weser-Turm, follow the Rothaarsteig in the direction of the Schwarzbachtal. As soon as the Rothaarsteig meets the Rothaarsteig access trail. We change to the access path (yellow-black markings), which runs parallel to the wide valley floor of the Schwarzbach.Optional: If you would like to discover the Hufeisenstein, leave the access path at the "Hufeisenstein" hiking signpost and follow hiking trail A1 for a short detour in the direction of the Haberg nature reserve. At the height where a forest path branches off to the right, turn left "through the bushes" after a few steps. Here you will find the Kurze Dörbach and, with a little attention, the Hufeisenstein. After this little detour, return to the access path andcontinue along the access path through the Schwarzbachtal valley until you reach a bridge. Cross the bridge and then turn left. Continue along the hiking sign K or X 18, which we follow back to the Rothaarsteig hiking portal.In addition to the history of the Rhein-Weser-Turm, you can enjoy a magnificent view over the "Land of a Thousand Hills" after climbing the tower.