Maxsain, a region in the Westerwald, is situated in a picturesque valley basin, characterized by expansive forests, lush meadows, and gentle hills. The Saynbach river and its tributary, the Steinchesbach, flow through the community, contributing to the area's natural ambiance. This landscape provides a welcoming environment for several sports like touring cycling, hiking, jogging, road cycling, and more. The region is also part of the Westerwälder Seenplatte, featuring bodies of water such as the Dreifelder Weiher.
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4.9
(14)
91
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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53
runners
13.3km
01:26
110m
110m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
runners
6.52km
00:41
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
runners
8.84km
00:56
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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55
riders
7.28km
00:21
60m
60m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

5.0
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21
riders
49.3km
02:18
580m
580m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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15
riders
47.9km
02:16
550m
550m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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14
riders
54.6km
02:36
710m
710m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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4.6
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25
hikers
7.15km
01:58
120m
120m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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39
hikers
9.68km
02:40
160m
160m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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33
hikers
4.84km
01:19
70m
70m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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12
hikers
6.80km
01:48
70m
70m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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17
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
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12
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45.2km
03:47
660m
660m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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13
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56.6km
04:37
780m
780m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
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12
riders
29.5km
01:53
240m
240m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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20
riders
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
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17
riders
29.8km
01:56
310m
310m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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19
riders
25.5km
01:57
300m
300m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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14
riders
12.6km
00:50
110m
110m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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8
riders
32.1km
02:10
490m
490m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7
riders
31.0km
02:18
430m
430m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
riders
43.3km
03:09
650m
650m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5
riders
25.8km
01:52
300m
300m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Maxsain offers a range of outdoor activities including touring cycling, hiking, jogging, road cycling, mountain biking, and gravel biking. The region features more than 60 routes across these sports.
Maxsain's routes have been explored by more than 20,000 visitors on komoot. The routes collectively hold an average rating of 4.58 out of 5 stars from over 3,500 ratings.
Maxsain features 13 touring bicycle routes. Notable options include routes around the Dreifelder Weiher and sections of the Westerwald Rail Trail. For more options, see the Cycling around Maxsain guide.
Maxsain offers 25 hiking routes, including marked circular trails through forests around Kreuzberg and the valley of the Kleiner Saynbach. The region is also on the European long-distance hiking trail E1. More details are in the Hiking around Maxsain guide.
Maxsain has 7 road cycling routes with varying distances and elevation profiles. These routes allow exploration of the surrounding Westerwald hills. Information can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Maxsain guide.
Maxsain is situated in a valley basin with the Saynbach and Steinchesbach rivers. Key natural features include the Dreifelder Weiher within the Westerwälder Seenplatte. Historical landmarks include the Hammermühle, an evangelical church, and the "Sahm" half-timbered house.
Maxsain offers 19 mountain biking routes, providing diverse terrain for off-road cycling. These trails allow exploration of the region's forests and hills. The MTB Trails around Maxsain guide provides further details.
Maxsain offers routes suitable for families, particularly those around the Dreifelder Weiher and sections of the asphalted Westerwald Rail Trail. These routes often feature gentle gradients and scenic views. Specific family-friendly options can be found within the touring cycling guides.
Komoot offers several guides for Maxsain, including Hiking around Maxsain, Cycling around Maxsain, and Running Trails around Maxsain. Guides for road cycling, MTB, and gravel biking are also available.
Official information for Maxsain can be found through the Verbandsgemeinde Selters website. The URL is selters-ww.de/stadt-und-gemeinde/maxsain/. The phone number for the Ortsgemeinde Maxsain is 0 26 26 / 496.
Maxsain provides gravel biking opportunities with routes that combine paved and unpaved surfaces. These routes are suitable for exploring the diverse landscapes of the Westerwald. The Gravel biking around Maxsain guide offers more information.

