Best walking trails in Bad Emstal

4.1(6 reviews)

Explore the most popular walking trails near Bad Emstal with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.

Top trails

#1 - Nature park trail 1 at the Klauskopf
4.6 (4)·Moderate·4 km·Est. 1–1.5 hr
Family-friendly circular hiking trail in the Habichtswald Nature Park, Hesse. This is circular trail 1 of a total of 2 on the Klauskopf. The loop begins in the west of Riede and leads along several stations reminiscent of the historic Riede Landscape Park. Highlights of the hike: - beautiful forest paths - Klauskopf - Detour to the castle park and Riede Castle (optional)
#2 - Klauskopf Loop (Nature Park Trail 2)
3.5 (2)·Easy·4 km·Est. 1–1.5 hr
Family-friendly circular hiking trail in the Habichtswald Nature Park, Hesse. This is the more northerly of the two circular hiking trails on the Klauskopf (circular trail 2). You walk around the 414 metre high mountain via the animal park over a distance of just under 4 km. A detour to the viewing tower on the Klauskopf is also recommended. Highlights of the hike: - Klauskopf - zoo - Riede Castle with castle park - Detour to the viewing tower on the Klauskopf (optional)

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Frequently asked questions

What is the longest walking trail in Bad Emstal?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest walking trail in Bad Emstal is Nature park trail 1 at the Klauskopf. This trail is estimated to be 4.0 km long.

Which walking trail has the most elevation gain in Bad Emstal?

Bad Emstal: With an ascent of 146 m, Klauskopf Loop (Nature Park Trail 2) has the most elevation gain of all of the walking trails in the area. The next highest ascent for walking trails is Nature park trail 1 at the Klauskopf with 134 m of elevation gain.