Best forest trails in Waldeck
4.2(104 reviews)
Explore the most popular forest trails near Waldeck 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 (37)·Moderate·4.5 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrPopular circular route in the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park, Hesse. Stony paths, primeval forest and Kellerwaldsteig trails, great views over Lake Edersee and a primeval forest with gnarled oak trees - there is never a dull moment on this short hike. Due to the short distance, the route is also suitable for children. Highlights of the hike: - Family-friendly - Views of the Edersee - Kahle Hardt
- 4.5 (11)·Moderate·15.1 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrPopular circular hike in the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park, Hesse. This hike takes you along the northern shore of Lake Edersee. You walk along large sections of the Knorreichensteig trail, which owes its name to the gnarled oaks in the area, some of which are more than 800 years old. Highlights of the hike: - Lake Edersee - Knorreichensteig trail - View from the Kahler Haardt
- 4.8 (10)·Easy·7.1 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrSection of the primeval forest trail, Hesse The trail starts in Waldeck - a visit to the castle is definitely worthwhile here. From Elsterberg, you have great views of the landscape around Lake Edersee and the route leads through a fairytale forest with stunted trees and lots of mosses. Highlights: - Waldeck Castle - Steep slopes on the Edersee
- 4.4 (13)·Moderate·8 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrThe trail starts in Nieder Werbe. The entrance to the Kellerwald forest is signposted behind the Nieder Werber See lake. There the path goes uphill for a while. From the top, you have a wonderful view of Lake Edersee. There is a lovingly designed mountain hut along the way. Passing slopes with rustic old beech trees and views of the lake, the trail continues over a hilltop and over somewhat steeper slopes back to Nieder Werbe.
- 4.5 (7)·Moderate·6.4 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular circular hiking trail in the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park, Hesse. The Waldeck hiking trail W3 leads hikers from the Waldeck market square around the Katzenstein nature reserve. On the way back, you follow the well-known long-distance hiking trail "Urwaldsteig" along the northern shore of Lake Edersee in the direction of Waldeck. The final ascent to the Schlossberg can be completed in comfort using the cable car. Highlights of the hike: - Quiet forest paths - Primeval forest...
- 4.2 (13)·Hard·68.9 km·Est. 21–23 hrPanoramic long-distance hiking trail in the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park, Hesse. The Urwaldsteig Edersee could not have a more appropriate name: The route leads through real primeval forest - one of the last in Europe. The hikers are offered a pleasant mixture of wild nature and a little luxury; There are several places to stop for refreshments and accommodation along the route. If you want to take home a souvenir of the hike on the Urwaldsteig, you can get a hiking pass and have it...
- 4.0 (1)·Moderate·12.1 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrStage 5 of the "Kellerwaldsteig" long-distance hiking trail, Hesse. The fifth stage of the certified Kellerwaldsteig quality trail begins in the picturesque climatic health resort of Waldeck. Waldeck Castle is probably known to many hikers as one of the landmarks of the Edersee region. The route is almost 12 kilometres long and leads mostly through the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park, past the shores of Lake Edersee and Lake Affolden. There are overnight accommodation and refreshment...
- 4.4 (2)·Moderate·111.8 km·Est. 24 hr+Varied road bike tour in the Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park, Hesse. This route is over 110 kilometres long and is ideal for a sporty tour on a racing bike. You cycle in a wide arc around the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park. Highlights of the route: - Waldeck - Lake Edersee - Frankenau - Korbach
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest forest trail in Waldeck?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Waldeck is Kellerwald-Edersee bike tour: Waldeck - Edertal - Frankenau - Korbach. This trail is estimated to be 111.8 km long.
Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Waldeck?
Waldeck: With an ascent of 2,488 m, Jungle Trail has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is Kellerwald-Edersee bike tour: Waldeck - Edertal - Frankenau - Korbach with 2,318 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult forest trail in Waldeck?
The most popular and difficult forest trail in Waldeck is Jungle Trail with a 4.2-star rating from 13 reviews.
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- Lindenberg
- Hünselburg
- Kahle Hardt
- Kahle Haardt
- Mühlecke
- Schöne Aussicht Kahle Haardt
- Grillhütte Niederwerbe
- Reiherbach Vorstaubecken
- Werbe Vorstaubecken
- Kirche im See
- Camping Pferdekoppel
- Elsterberg
- Wohnmobilpark Edersee-Alm
- Wohnmobilstellplatz Seeblick Edersee
- Herrmanns Höhe
- Schloß Waldeck
- Werbe
- Weinberg
- Hexenkopf
- Kleiner Mehlberg