Best historic site trails in Bad Zwesten
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Explore the most popular historic site trails near Bad Zwesten 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
- 4.3 (5)·Moderate·5.8 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrPanoramic circular hiking trail near Bad Zwesten, Hesse. The Schwalmtal circular trail 1 runs through beautiful forest to the viewing tower on the Altenburg. From here you can enjoy a sweeping view of the Schwalmtal valley, across the Kellerwald forest and as far as the Vogelsberg. You walk back along the Schwalm. Highlights of the hike: - Altenburg castle with observation tower - magnificent views - Path along the Schwalm
- 5.0 (1)·Moderate·7.6 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrVaried circular hike in the Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park, Hesse. This hike partly follows the dream tour "Burg Löwenstein-Weg" and partly the Bad Zwesten circular hiking trail Z7. Highlights of the route include the Löwenstein ruins with viewing tower and snack station, Oberuffer See lake and, of course, Bad Zwesten. Highlights of the hike: - Löwenstein ruins - Oberuffer Lake - Bad Zwesten
- 3.5 (4)·Moderate·9 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular circular hike in the Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park, Hesse. Bad Zwesten is located on the eastern edge of the Kellerwald. The hike begins at the spa gardens of the spa and climatic health resort. The Planet Trail, an astronomical nature trail, and the Löwenstein castle ruins promise plenty of variety while hiking. Highlights of the hike: - Spa town of Bad Zwesten - Planetary trail - Ruins of Löwenstein Castle
- 3.7 (2)·Moderate·7.2 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular circular hiking trail in the Swabian-Franconian Forest Mountains, Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park. The ascent to the Burgberg is sometimes steep, but still quite easy to master. There are wonderful views of the Urff and Schwalm valleys. There is a snack station at the ruins. Highlights of the hike: - Löwenstein castle ruins - Castle hill - Views of the Urfftal valley
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest historic site trail in Bad Zwesten?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest historic site trail in Bad Zwesten is Planet trail and castle ruins Loewenstein. This trail is estimated to be 9.0 km long.
Which historic site trail has the most elevation gain in Bad Zwesten?
Bad Zwesten: With an ascent of 288 m, Planet trail and castle ruins Loewenstein has the most elevation gain of all of the historic site trails in the area. The next highest ascent for historic site trails is Schwalmtal loop 1 - To the viewing tower on the Altenburg with 263 m of elevation gain.
