Best walking trails in Kassel

This short circular route leads through the UNESCO World Heritage Site Bergpark Wilhelmshöhe, the largest mountain park in Europe, which stretches majestically across the slopes of the Habichtswald forest. The route begins at the lower visitor centres and winds its way up to the monumental Hercules Monument, Kassel's landmark. Along the way, the artificial ruins of Löwenburg Castle, the magnificent Devil's Bridge and the aqueduct invite you to explore. Giant trees over 200 years old thrive in...

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 loop trail in the Habichtswald Nature Park, Hesse. Loop trail 14 near Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe starts at the Hercules, one of the most popular hiking destinations in the UNESCO World Heritage Site Bergpark Wilhelmshoehe. Loop trail 14 is very short and runs around the Bachberg. Highlights of the hike: - Detour to the Hercules - Hutewiesen - Bachberg - Elfbuchen

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 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

Scenic hiking trail in the Habichtswald Nature Park, Hesse. From the Seebergstraße car park, you hike around the Hühnerberg and up to the Herkules. With a length of just over 6 kilometres, the route is a moderate distance. The start and finish can also be reached by bus. Highlights of the hike: - Views over the Habichtswald - Hercules

Popular round in Kassel, Hesse. Jogging, a walk with the whole family or simply a relaxing stroll - the Karlsaue and the Planet Trail are a popular destination in Kassel. The route leads once around the Hirschgraben. Highlights of the walk: - child-friendly - Deer moat - Karlsaue - floodplain pond - Planetary hiking trail

Family-friendly walk in the Habichtswald Nature Park, Hesse. This leisurely short circular walk leads along idyllic forest edges for the first few kilometres and then through the fields back to the car park. Highlights of the hike: - Child-friendly - Hohlestein (basalt cone) - wooded Katzenstein

Child-friendly circular hike in the Habichtswald Nature Park, Hesse. This relaxed loop starts at the Bismarck Tower car park. The route runs between the Dönchebach stream and the Brasselsberg, on whose summit the Bismarck Tower sits enthroned. If you are travelling by bus or train, get off at the Blütenweg bus stop. Highlights of the route: - family-friendly - Kneipp pool - View of the Brasselsberg - beautiful forest paths