Best paved trails in Hesse
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Explore the most popular paved trails in Hesse 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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- 4.2 (84)·Moderate·6.3 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrFamily-friendly walk along the Main, Hesse. The suggested starting point for this walk is near the Offenbach Leather Museum. You cross the Main at the Iron Footbridge and then have the option of stopping off in Frankfurt or travelling directly back to Offenbach by public transport. Highlights of the walk: - child-friendly - Offenbach on the Main - beautiful views - Frankfurt on the Main
- 4.4 (19)·Easy·6.8 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrFamily-friendly walk in Frankfurt am Main, Hesse. This route leads along the Main and starts at the Neue Niederräder Brücke. Over a short distance, it leads directly along the river to the Friedensbrücke bridge and back to the starting point. It passes allotment gardens, boat and rowing clubs. The main road is never far away and road noise is present at all times. This route is also an important cycle path as well as a running and hiking trail. Accessibility: This route is wheelchair...
- 4.3 (58)·Easy·1 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrFamily-friendly walk in Wiesbaden, Hesse. Directly behind the Kurhaus is the Wiesbaden Kurpark, reminiscent of an English landscape garden, with the beautiful Rambach pond. When in bloom, the park is filled with a veritable sea of scents and colours. The short loop is suitable for the whole family. There are public toilets in the park. Highlights of the hike: - Child-friendly - Spa park pond - Magnolias, azaleas, rhododendrons
- 4.5 (37)·Easy·5.1 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrPopular circular route in the Lahn-Dill-Bergland nature park, Hesse. This hike leads around the Aartalsee. It is nice to relax in the Aartalsee lido after the tour during the summer months. There are two charming places to stop for refreshments along the way. Highlights of the hike: - Beach Aartalsee - NSG Wacholderheide near Ahrdt - beautiful views of the Aartalsee
- 4.0 (20)·Moderate·25.9 km·Est. 7–7.5 hrVaried 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...
- 4.4 (43)·Moderate·20.9 km·Est. 5–5.5 hrRelaxed hike in the Nidda Valley, Hesse. This 20 km hike leads from Karben to Bad Vilbel and back again. The whole time you walk directly along the Nidda, often on the Nidda cycle path. To shorten the route, you can simply take the train back to Karben. Highlights of the hike: - Niddatal - Karben - Bad Vilbel
- 4.7 (10)·Moderate·20.8 kmPopular running circuit in Frankfurt am Main, Hesse The route suggested here follows the former official route of the Frankfurt Half Marathon. In 2010 the route of the event was changed. More information about the event can be found under “Tips”. There are refreshment stops and the starting point can be reached by bus and train (short route from Frankfurt am Main Stadion train station). Since some sections of the road are closed for the event, road traffic regulations should be followed on...
- 4.2 (20)·Easy·5.5 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrFamily-friendly circular hike in the Vogelsberg Volcanic Region Nature Park, Hesse. At just under 6 kilometres and with only moderate differences in altitude, this route is perfect for jogging and walking. Also suitable for families with children. There is a lovely campsite right by the Nidda reservoir. Highlights of the hike: - family-friendly - Nidda reservoir
- 4.8 (11)·Moderate·10.6 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular running tour in Marburg, Hesse. If you want to follow the route of the Marburg run, whether it is for walking or jogging, you can start at Südbahnhof West and follow the route. The route leads via Cappel and Gisselberg and takes you a long way along the beautiful River Lahn. Highlights of the tour: - Along the Lahn - Accessible by bus and train
- 4.3 (8)·Easy·27 km·Est. 6–6.5 hrScenic hike along the Main, Hesse. A beautiful route along the Main, which runs along the north side of the river from Maintal to Fechenheim and leads back to the starting point on the south bank. A nature reserve, the castle in Rumpenheim and numerous places to stop for refreshments await along the way. Highlights of the hike: - View of the Main - Detour to Höllensee lake (optional) - Rumpenheim Castle - Rumpenheim and Bürgel gravel pits nature reserve
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Frequently asked questions
What national parks in Hesse have paved trails?
Hikers on AllTrails.com recommend several popular national parks in Hesse. Kellerwald-Edersee National Park is home to 2 paved trails with an average 5.0 star rating from 1 community reviews.
What is the longest paved trail in Hesse?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest paved trail in Hesse is D-Route 5 Saar-Mosel-Main Fernradwanderweg: Bayerischer Abschnitt. This trail is estimated to be 544.4 km long.
Which paved trail has the most elevation gain in Hesse?
Hesse: With an ascent of 8,689 m, D-Route 5 Saar-Mosel-Main Fernradwanderweg: Bayerischer Abschnitt has the most elevation gain of all of the paved trails in the area. The next highest ascent for paved trails is Rhön Cycle Marathon Tour C with 5,213 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult paved trail in Hesse?
The most popular and difficult paved trail in Hesse is SKODA Velotour Classic with a 5.0-star rating from 4 reviews.
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