Best historic site trails in Höxter
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Explore the most popular historic site trails near Höxter 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 (8)·Moderate·9.8 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrVaried hiking trail near Höxter in North Rhine-Westphalia On this route you can see many rare plant species in their habitat. These include liverworts, cowslips and various forest orchids. Highlights of the route: - Bizarre tree shapes - Wonderful sweeping views of the Weser valley and the forests of the Solling region - UNESCO World Heritage Site Corvey Castle (just a few metres away!)
- 4.8 (9)·Moderate·11.1 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrPopular circular hike in the "Grundlose-Taubenborn" adventure area in Höxter, North Rhine-Westphalia. The crevices and boulder fields on the steep slopes of the Weser offer an ideal hiding place for numerous animal species. The great crested newt also spends the winter here safely. Its spawning waters are located in the Taubenborn and in the Grundlosen. These are numerous small bodies of water located to the south of Hexter. This circular trail leads through the fringes of this protected...
- 4.5 (5)·Moderate·7.9 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrThis route starts at the car park east of Brenkhausen near Höxter-Holzminden Airport. The trail leads directly into the Räuschenberg nature reserve, which is where the name of the trail comes from. The trail circles the airfield and then leads into the forest. It makes a loop through the forest and then leads back to the starting point.
- 3.6 (3)·Easy·2.3 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrInteresting hiking excursion in Höxter, North Rhine-Westphalia. This tour takes you into the beautiful Teutoburg Forest Nature Park to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Corvey Castle. The enchanting property was built as a monastery during the Benedictine order and is 1200 years old. All the buildings are still in excellent condition. Surrounded by vines, meadows and the ducal garden, the complex rises majestically above the neighbouring Weser. The outside area is also interesting: after a...
- 4.1 (4)·Hard·68.4 km·Est. 16.5–18 hrStage 2 of the "Weserradweg" long-distance cycle route, Lower Saxony. This is the second stage of the Weser Cycle Path, which is one of the most popular river cycle paths in Germany. This 68-kilometre section starts in Höxter and ends in Hameln, the Pied Piper town on the Weser. Highlights of the tour: - Höxter - Pied Piper town of Hameln - Views of the Weser
- 5.0 (2)·Easy·3.7 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrRelaxed circular hiking trail in the Teutoburg Forest/Eggegebirge Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. This very leisurely circular trail enchants with great views and vistas. You can park your car at the Michaelskapelle chapel. The paths are very flat and should not pose any major problems for children. Highlights of the hike: - Heiligenberg - Idyllic country lanes - St Michael's Chapel
- 2.0 (1)·Moderate·67.9 km·Est. 17.5–19 hrStage 7 of the D-Route 9 (Weser - Romantic Road). The seventh stage of D-Route 9 leads from Höxter via Bad Karlshafen and Bodenfelde to the stage destination of Hann. Münden. In addition to the Weser river landscape, this section also has several elevations to offer and thus provides a variety of panoramic views. Highlights: - Höxter: historic town hall, St Nicholas' Church, former Benedictine abbey of Corvey - Lake Godelheim - Baroque town and brine spa Bad Karlshafen - Thorengrund nature...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest historic site trail in Höxter?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest historic site trail in Höxter is Weser cycle path stage 2: Höxter - Hameln. This trail is estimated to be 68.4 km long.
Which historic site trail has the most elevation gain in Höxter?
Höxter: With an ascent of 1,468 m, Weser - Romantische Straße (D-Route 9) Etappe 7: Höxter - Hann. Münden has the most elevation gain of all of the historic site trails in the area. The next highest ascent for historic site trails is Rund um Höxter with 1,377 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult historic site trail in Höxter?
The most popular and difficult historic site trail in Höxter is Weser cycle path stage 2: Höxter - Hameln with a 4.1-star rating from 4 reviews.