Best backpacking trails in Edertal
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Explore the most popular backpacking trails near Edertal with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
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- 4.5 (27)·Moderate·50.9 km·Est. 13.5–15 hrPopular cycle tour in the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park, Hesse. This cycle route is located in the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park and starts in Waldeck. A particularly beautiful tour around the Edersee, often on forest paths. You can take a lunch break in Herzhausen about halfway along the route. You pass many campsites, so the route can also be completed in several shorter daily stages. Highlights of the route: - Views of the Edersee - Waldeck - Edersee shore near Herzhausen - Idyllic...
- 4.3 (6)·Hard·40.2 km·Est. 11–12.5 hrPopular cycle tour in the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park, Hesse. Starting from Rehbach (or any other place along the route), you cycle once around Lake Edersee. The tour can be completed in one day or in several shorter daily stages. There are numerous campsites and other accommodation options on the shores of the lake. Highlights of the cycle tour: - Views of the Edersee - Edersee wildlife park - Hünselburg nature reserve - Side trip to Waldeck Castle (optional)
- 5.0 (3)·Moderate·10.1 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrSection of the primeval forest trail, Hesse The second section starts at the car park on Kraftwerkstraße Hemfurt. It goes up to the Großer Hegekopf, this ascent is quite demanding. If you want to avoid it, you can take the cable car to Peterskopf and then follow the signs back to the Urwaldsteig. Highlights: - White Stone - Refuge at the Sauermilchplatz
- 5.0 (1)·Moderate·11.4 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrStage 6 of the long-distance hiking trail "Kellerwaldsteig", Hesse. This is the sixth stage of the certified Kellerwaldsteig quality trail in the Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park. The starting point of the hike, which is also suitable for less experienced hikers, is the climatic health resort of Kleinern. As the stage is quite short, you can take your time to look around Kleinern before setting off. A special feature of this hike are two hut forests with their mighty, ancient giant...
- Moderate·16.7 km·Est. 5–5.5 hrScenic route section in Hesse The ninth stage of the Ederhöhenweg trail leads from Berheim over a long stretch of hills through forests. The hiking sign is an "E". There are numerous places to stop for refreshments at the stage destination of Fritzlar; the destination can also be reached by bus and train. Highlights: - Fritzlar old town centre
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest backpacking trail in Edertal?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest backpacking trail in Edertal is Edersee Circular Cycle Route (ER). This trail is estimated to be 50.9 km long.
Which backpacking trail has the most elevation gain in Edertal?
Edertal: With an ascent of 1,272 m, Edersee Circular Cycle Route (ER) has the most elevation gain of all of the backpacking trails in the area. The next highest ascent for backpacking trails is Edersee riverside trail with 1,107 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult backpacking trail in Edertal?
The most popular and difficult backpacking trail in Edertal is Edersee riverside trail with a 4.3-star rating from 6 reviews.
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Points of interest
- Uhrenkopf
- Auf den Klippen
- Edersee
- Mühlteich
- Michelskopf
- Sperrmauer Edertalsperre
- Kletterwald
- Alter Grundablassschieber der Edertalsperre
- Kanzel
- Bloßenberg
- Oberbecken Waldeck II
- Greifvogelshow
- Affolderner See (Unterbecken)
- Nietring alte Rohrbahn
- Trifthütte
- Fünfseenblick Edersee
- Kanu-Rastplatz Anraff
- Eder
- Hammerbergspitze
- Eschelberg