Best river trails in Bad Arolsen

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#1 - Twistesee Circular
4.3 (41)·Easy·6.4 km·Est. 1.5–2 hr
Family-friendly circular hike near Bad Arolsen, Hesse The circular route around the Twistesee is equally popular with hikers, walkers and runners. The well-developed paths, some of which are asphalted and some of which are gravel, offer wonderful views of the water and lead past some rest areas and beaches. This circular route is also suitable for families with children and hikers with dogs (there is a dog beach on the northern shore of the lake). There are places to stop for refreshments,...
#2 - Bad Arolsen to Twiste Lake
4.7 (5)·Moderate·13.7 km·Est. 4–4.5 hr
Picturesque and idyllic circular walk along a reservoir in Bad Arolsen, Hesse. This idyllic circular walk starts at the Protestant town church in Bad Arolsen and leads through the forests of the "Kleines Arolser Holz" towards the Twistesee golf course. Here you cross a bridge and walk along the western shore to Wetterburg Castle and back to Bad Arolsen. Highlights: - Twistesee reservoir - Local flora and fauna - Refreshment stops
#3 - Kleine and Grosse Arolser Woods Circular
4.1 (3)·Moderate·9.3 km·Est. 2.5–3 hr
#4 - Bad Arolsen loop W4
4.4 (6)·Moderate·9 km·Est. 2.5–3 hr
Popular circular hike near Arolsen, Hesse. Half of this beautiful hike leads along lovely paths through the Wetterholz and the other half along the shore of Lake Twistesee. The route is signposted with a yellow "W4" on a blue background. Highlights of the hike: - Wetterholz - Lake Twistesee - Detour to Wetterburg castle
#5 - Mengeringhausen - Mühlhausen via Twistetal Valley
5.0 (1)·Hard·20.4 km·Est. 5.5–6 hr
#6 - Bad Arolsen Wanderweg M10
5.0 (1)·Moderate·8.9 km·Est. 2.5–3 hr
#7 - Bad Arolsen - Mengeringhausen - Twistesee
4.5 (3)·Hard·19.2 km·Est. 5–5.5 hr
Relaxed mountain bike tour near Bad Arolsen, Hesse. This mountain bike tour from Bad Arolsen (railway station) promises plenty of variety: the circular tour leads along picturesque natural attractions such as the Twistesee lake and past cultural and historical sights such as the former moated castle of Mengeringhausen, built in the 13th century. A detour to the baroque Arolsen Residential Palace from the early 18th century is also highly recommended. Highlights of the tour: -...
#8 - Bad Arolsen hiking trail A4
Moderate·9.3 km·Est. 2.5–3 hr
#9 - Adventsmarathon Arolsen
2.0 (2)·Hard·43.6 km·Est. 12–13.5 hr
Popular running event near Bad Arolsen, Hesse. This is the route of the Twistesee Advent Marathon Bad Arolsen. The route runs through Wetterholz and along the banks of Lake Twistesee. The nature reserve Vorsperre Twistetalsperre is also on the route. Highlights of the route: - Lake Twistesee - Wetterholz - Jeppenteich pond
#10 - Bad Arolsen Radweg R1
Hard·20.1 km·Est. 5–5.5 hr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the longest river trail in Bad Arolsen?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest river trail in Bad Arolsen is Adventsmarathon Arolsen. This trail is estimated to be 43.6 km long.

Which river trail has the most elevation gain in Bad Arolsen?

Bad Arolsen: With an ascent of 1,215 m, Adventsmarathon Arolsen has the most elevation gain of all of the river trails in the area. The next highest ascent for river trails is Bad Arolser Waldmarathon (2011, half marathon route) with 552 m of elevation gain.