Best waterfall trails in Habichtswald Nature Park
The Habichtswald Nature Park is located in the north of the Hessian Highlands. It delights visitors with its small half-timbered villages, diverse landscape and cultural and historical sights. A particular highlight is the Habichtswaldsteig premium hiking trail, which runs through the entire park. There are also many castles and castle ruins to discover.
The park was founded in 1962 and extends to the west of the city of Kassel. It is home to Bergpark Wilhelmshöhe, which is internationally renowned.
Top trails
- 4.6 (151)·Moderate·6.9 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular 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...
- 4.5 (8)·Easy·4.5 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrThis 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...
- 4.3 (11)·Moderate·7.4 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrVaried 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...
- 4.9 (6)·Hard·23.8 km·Est. 7.5–8 hrSection of the certified long-distance hiking trail Habichtswaldsteig, Hesse. This 1st stage starts at the historic market square in Zierenberg. It heads in a southerly direction to Schneckenberg. Sure-footedness is required because of the crossing of a basalt debris field ( "Blaue Steine" -"blue stones"). From the Schreckenberg tower, a fantastic view of the Habichtswald forest can be enjoyed. Through mixed forests and the largest juniper heath in Europe, the tour is a real experience -...
- 3.6 (4)·Moderate·11.7 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrStage 11 of the long-distance hiking trail "Kasselsteig", Hesse. The eleventh stage of the Kasselsteig Trail runs from Hoof to the Bismarck Tower car park near Brasselsberg. Several mountain peaks in the Habichtswald Nature Park are climbed. The starting point can be reached by train and a bus runs close to the finishing point. Highlights of the hike: - Hirzstein nature reserve - Kassel Bismarck Tower on the Brasselsberg - Schauenburg castle ruins
- 3.6 (4)·Easy·5.1 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrFamily-friendly circular hike in the Habichtswald Nature Park, Hesse. The Habichtswald Nature Park circular trail 12 starts at the Birkenweg car park. Follow the Firnsbach stream towards the Hirzstein nature reserve. Here you can take a short break at the "Teufelseck" refuge before heading back through the forest to the Ziegenkopf hiking car park. Highlights of the hike: - Beautiful forest paths - Hirzstein nature reserve
- 3.0 (2)·Moderate·9 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrVaried hike in the Habichtswald Nature Park, Hesse. This hike starts at the Druseltal bus stop. Via the Porta Lapidaria, the coffee mill, the Teufelsmauer, the Herbsthäuschen (refreshment stop) and the Erholungsheim, the route leads to the Hercules, Kassel's landmark. Highlights of the hike: - Devil's Wall - NSG Porta Lapidaria - Hercules - Hirzstein nature reserve
- 1.1 (2)·Hard·41.8 km·Est. 11–12 hrPopular running event in Kassel, Hesse. This is the route of the Kassel Marathon from 2010. Please observe the StVO. It is possible that some parts of this route were closed especially for the marathon and have now been reintegrated into normal road traffic. The route passes many well-known attractions, including the Bergpark Wilhelmshöhe and the Herkules. Highlights of the route: - UNESCO World Heritage Site Bergpark Wilhelmshöhe - Alder Hole - Blue Lake - Hercules - Lion Castle - Fulda...
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The Habichtswald Nature Park Centre provides lots of information about nature and is an ideal starting point for many hikes. The centre is located in the middle of the Dörnberg nature reserve and is open daily from 10 am to 5 pm, except Mondays. Admission is free.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best waterfall trail to hike in Habichtswald Nature Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best waterfall trail to hike in Habichtswald Nature Park is UNESCO World Heritage Site Bergpark Wilhelmshöhe, Herkules and Asch Circular Route, which has a 4.6 star rating from 151 reviews. This trail is 6.9 km long with an elevation gain of 310 m.
What is the longest waterfall trail in Habichtswald Nature Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest waterfall trail in Habichtswald Nature Park is Ederseeweg. This trail is estimated to be 45.7 km long.
How many waterfall trails are in Habichtswald Nature Park?
There are 16 waterfall trails in Habichtswald Nature Park.These waterfall trails have an average 3.9-star ratingfrom 198 AllTrails community reviews.
Which waterfall trail has the most elevation gain in Habichtswald Nature Park?
Ederseeweg has the most elevation gain for waterfall trails with 1,300 m of total ascent. The park's runner-up is 8th Kassel Christmas Marathon (2010), which has 987 m of elevation gain.
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