Best river trails in Kassel

Popular circular route near Kassel, Hesse This varied loop takes hikers once through the Bergpark Wilhelmshöhe. Bergpark Wilhelmshöhe, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is rich in water and cultural-historical sights such as Hercules and Wilhelmshöhe Palace. A special attraction in the summer months are the famous "Kassel trick fountains", which look back on a centuries-old tradition. Although it is a little uphill and downhill, this loop is also suitable for slightly older children. There are...

Highlights of the route: - Wilhelmshöhe Palace - Aqueduct - Pond of Hell - Lion Castle - Fountain pond - Lac(castle pond)

Varied cycle tour in the Reinhardswald Nature Park, Hesse. From Kassel main station, it is only a few minutes by bike to the Fulda. Once the route reaches the river, it goes north along its banks to where the Weser originated: the confluence of the Fulda and Werra rivers. Most of the route runs along the "German Unity" cycle path. Highlights of the cycle tour: - Guelph castle and half-timbered houses in Hann. Münden - Kassel - Cycle path along the Fulda - Confluence of the Fulda and Werra...

Varied walk in the Habichtswald Nature Park, Hesse. This hike starts at the Prinzenquelle spring and leads through the UNESCO World Heritage Site Bergpark Wilhelmshöhe to the viewing platform at Herkules. From up there, the view is magnificent. Hercules is the city's landmark. The view extends over the low mountain ranges from the Harz to the Rhön. The return journey goes along the idyllic paths of the Wilhemshöhe mountain park, past the many picturesque ponds, the Peneus cascades and...

Child-friendly, relaxed circular route in Kassel, Hesse. Lots of water is waiting to be discovered and experienced on this cosy circular route. So, don't forget the swimming gear in summer! The start is near the Kassel beach bar, in the centre of the former "Buga" site. The route leads through the city's beautifully landscaped local recreation area. It is nice to relax in the meadow landscape and on the Fulda promenade and children will love the playground. The route can be reached by bus...

Family-friendly walk in Kassel, Hesse. This leisurely walk or run takes you through Schönfeld Park with its Klangpfad ("sound trail") and 8 sound objects. It is recommended to take a stroll in the Botanical Garden, whose 50s-style garden art is worth a visit at any time of year. As in many places in Kassel, there is of course a viewpoint with a view of the Hercules. The start is at the car park on Frankfurter Straße. It is also possible to take the number 25 bus to the Botanical...

Popular running event in Kassel, Hesse. This is the official course of the Kassel Half Marathon. All current information about the event can be found here: https://www.kassel-marathon.de/de. Highlights of the route: - Karlsaue - Fulda - Detour to the planetary hiking trail (optional)

Beautiful cycle tour or hike in Kassel, Hesse. This loop in Kassel is suitable for jogging, walking or cycling. Many bodies of water line the route, including the Fulda, the Hirschgraben and the Küchengraben. There is a refreshment stop and the route is accessible by bus and train. Highlights of the hike: - Karlsaue - Fulda floodplain - Planetary hiking trail - floodplain pond - Fulda promenade - Deer moat

Popular circular hike near Kassel, Hesse. A leisurely walk or a nice jog around the Karlswiese and Karlsaue. Part of the walk follows the Planet Trail, which starts directly at the Orangery. Accessible by bus and train (short walk from the "Am Weinberg" stop). Highlights of the hike: - Karlsaue - Fulda promenade - Planetarium and planetary hiking trail - Orangery