Best forest trails in Gründau
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Explore the most popular forest trails near Gründau 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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- 4.6 (6)·Moderate·6.4 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrPanoramic circular hike in Hesse There is a lot to discover on this circular tour through the Ronneburg hills and the village of Niedergründau. The village's mountain church, first mentioned in 1217, is a stop on the Way of St James between Fulda and Frankfurt. The surrounding hills offer beautiful views and a varied landscape. The route is marked with a yellow EU boat on a blue background.
- 3.8 (7)·Moderate·6 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrAn approximately six-kilometre circular trail is marked with a woodpecker and takes about one and a half hours to complete. It starts with an owl and butterfly and leads to just before the chicken farm. The trail then leads through the middle of the Oberwald forest to the Sommerberg. From there, the trail descends steeply to the forest swimming pool and continues with Owl and Boar back to Sommerbergstraße.
- 5.0 (2)·Easy·3.9 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrThe shortest of the Lieblos hiking trails is marked with a kite. The almost four kilometres around the Herzberg can be covered in around an hour. From the starting point on Sommerbergstraße, the trail climbs together with the fox, woodpecker, butterfly and owl to the "carriage road" at the edge of the forest. There, the kite is the only path to turn right and leads along the edge of the forest to the former forest swimming pool in Roth. At the lower end of the swimming pool area, turn right...
- 3.8 (7)·Easy·3.2 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrRelaxed walk near Gründau, Hesse. Whether as a short jog or a walk in the woods with the whole family - this route promises pure relaxation and nature. If you don't want to miss out on cultural attractions, you can stop by Gettenbach Castle afterwards. Highlights of the hike: - child-friendly - idyllic forest - Detour to Gettenbach Castle (optional)
- 5.0 (5)·Moderate·8.4 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrYou should plan a good two hours for the eight-kilometre butterfly trail. Together with the Owl Trail, it leads just past the Hühnerhof golf course around the Oberwald forest. It leaves the Owl Trail at "Lothar's Bank" to meet it again a few metres downhill. "Lothar's Bench" was donated to Lothar Krieg by the town of Gelnhausen on his retirement. He was responsible for the Gelnhausen municipal forest for many years. Together we walk past the large solar ranch at the Gelnhäuser Warte to the...
- 3.9 (6)·Moderate·10.8 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular circular hike near Gründau, Hesse. This beautiful hike through the Büdinger Forest begins north-east of Gründau. The starting and finishing points can be reached by bus and train and you can stop off at the Gut Hühnerhof tavern. Highlights of the hike: - Gettenbach Castle - Sommerberg - Gettenbach - Beautiful forest paths
- 4.7 (5)·Easy·5.5 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrPopular circular hike near Gründau, Hesse. The federal road 457 divides this hike into two halves, one of which leads through extensive fields and the other often along pretty forest edges. You should allow around an hour for this route. Highlights of the hike: - Way of St James - Beautiful forest edges - idyllic country lanes
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest forest trail in Gründau?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Gründau is 50 Jahre Gründau - Jubiläumstour. This trail is estimated to be 52.8 km long.
Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Gründau?
Gründau: With an ascent of 964 m, 50 Jahre Gründau - Jubiläumstour has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is No mercy for the calf! 2022 - 50km with 957 m of elevation gain.