Taunus Touristik Service

Daniela Krebs, Managing Director of Taunus Touristik Service, gives exclusive tips for a successful stay in the Taunus in an interview.

Even in the past, nobility and the wealthy were drawn to the low mountain range near the metropolis of Frankfurt for a summer retreat. They enjoyed the fresh Taunus air and a break from the hustle and bustle of city life. This has not changed to this day: More than ever, the Taunus invites you into nature. Traces of great history and its monuments, exclusive accommodation and excellent culinary delights invite you to explore.

Daniela Krebs, Hosts are the heart of a region. What is it like here in the Taunus?
Many hotels in the Taunus offer a high level of luxury and comfort - and often in historic buildings. There are three hotels in the region that meet the highest standards. The Schlosshotel Kronberg has repeatedly been awarded the title of "Germany's Leading Resort" and guests stay in an authentic castle ambience. The luxury hideaway Falkenstein Grand Kempinski promises a breathtaking view of the Frankfurt skyline, and the 5-star boutique hotel Villa Rothschild Kempinski was once the summer residence of the Rothschild family.

What culinary delights does the Taunus region have to offer?
Typical regional delicacies include Taunus trout, which is served at Forellengut Herzberger or Restaurant Ziegelhütte, for example. In addition to quaint village inns, there are many excellent restaurants. These include the Kraftwerk in Oberursel, where top chef Bertl Seebacher is constantly coming up with new creations; Miro's Ristorante in Königstein, where you can enjoy high-quality Italian-Mediterranean cuisine on the skyline terrace; or the Hotel-Restaurant Höerhof in Idstein, which impresses with refined regional and seasonal cuisine in the ambience of a half-timbered castle.

What makes the Taunus so special?
The Taunus is the only low mountain range in Germany that is located next to a metropolis: The leisure region with its exciting natural and cultural landscape borders directly on the bustling city of Frankfurt am Main. Celts, Germanic tribes, Romans, medieval lords, Huguenots, landgraves, princes and emperors - they have all left their mark here: Celtic ramparts, Roman monuments, castles, palaces, unique half-timbered houses and picturesque old towns.

And what should visitors to the Taunus definitely not miss out on?
The Upper German-Raetian Limes is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that runs right through the Taunus. The former Roman border wall is particularly well preserved in many places and can be discovered on a hike along the Limes adventure trail. More insider tips: taunus.info