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Best wildlife trails in Habichtswald Nature Park

Best wildlife trails in Habichtswald Nature Park

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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

  1. #1 - UNESCO World Heritage Site Bergpark Wilhelmshöhe, Herkules and Asch Circular Route

    4.6 (153)·Moderate·6.9 km·Est. 2.5–3 hr
    Popular 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...

  2. #2 - H3 Habichtswald: In the Splendour of Hercules

    4.8 (14)·Moderate·12.4 km·Est. 3.5–4 hr
    Popular premium hiking trail in the Habichtswald Nature Park, Hesse. This route is a certified premium hiking trail that also belongs to the Habichtswald extra tours. Starting point is at the car park, it goes through picturesque forests and forest avenues. The trail is well marked with a white "H3" on a red background, many views worth seeing are waiting to be discovered, such as the idyllic Silbersee. There is also a rest stop that can be used on the way. Flowery meadows alternate with...

  3. #3 - Habichtswaldsteig Stage 1: Zierenberg - Firnsbachtal

    4.9 (6)·Hard·23.8 km·Est. 7.5–8 hr
    Section 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 -...

  4. #4 - H2 Zierenberg: In a Mysterious Mountain World

    5.0 (6)·Hard·17.9 km·Est. 5.5–6 hr
    Idyllic, certified premium hiking trail in the Habichtswald Nature Park, Hesse. This Habichtswaldsteig extra tour has been recognised by the German Hiking Institute. In addition to panoramic heights, there are wonderful heathland passages, beautiful forest and other geological features to discover. A white "H2" symbol ensures that hikers stay on the right path and narrow trails. Both Zierenberg and Dörnberg are ideal starting points for this circular trail. The Bergcafe Friedrichstein is...

  5. #5 - Wurmberg and Hutewiese from Hercules

    4.7 (4)·Moderate·7.9 km·Est. 2–2.5 hr

  6. #6 - Habichtswaldsteig Stage 4: Naumburg - Edersee

    4.7 (3)·Hard·21.2 km·Est. 6.5–7 hr
    Premium hiking trail and section of the Habichtswaldsteig, Hesse The final section of the certified premium hiking trail takes you across humming meadows, past orchards with 100 varieties of apple, through beech forests and past streams and ponds. Highlights: - "Herrensteine" - Waldeck with castle - Devil's Pulpit - Aquapark and animal park

  7. #7 - Habichtswaldsteig Stage 2: Firnsbachtal - Bad Emstal

    4.5 (5)·Hard·18.7 km·Est. 5.5–6.5 hr
    Section of the "Habichtswaldsteig" premium hiking trail, Hesse. A fairytale route through forests and across fields, accompanied time and again by magnificent views of the surrounding valleys. Hikers with a particular interest in history will get their money's worth here: Schauenburg Castle and several other ruins are located along the way. At the destination in Bad Emstal, there are refreshment stops and the "Bad Emstal -Sand" railway station, so that the journey can be continued by...

  8. #8 - Großenritte - Gestecke - Niedenstein

    4.8 (6)·Moderate·15.6 km·Est. 4.5–5 hr
    Panoramic circular hike in the Habichtswald Nature Park, Hesse. This hike in the Habichtswald Nature Park takes you around the Langenberge hills. You can take a short detour to the Hessenturm tower, where the hikers' hut is open on Sundays and public holidays between Easter and October. Highlights of the hike: - Langenberge - Niedenstein - Detour to the Hessenturm (optional) - View of the castle hill

  9. #9 - Habichtswaldsteig Stage 3: Bad Emstal - Naumburg

    4.8 (3)·Hard·23.2 km·Est. 7–7.5 hr
    Premium hiking trail and section of the Habichtswaldsteig, Hesse The third stage of the certified premium hiking trail takes you past historic quarries, a museum railway, through stream valleys and across open meadows. Again and again you have beautiful views of the landscape, and you can have a picnic at fairytale resting places. Some parts of the trail are a little steeper downhill via hairpin bends, so you should be sure-footed. Highlights: - "Himmelsschaukel" fairytale rest area -...

  10. #10 - Bad Emstal: E3 - Balhorner trail

    4.7 (16)·Moderate·9.8 km·Est. 2.5–3 hr
    Popular circular hike in the Habichtswald Nature Park, Hesse. The Bad Emstal circular trail E3 starts in tranquil Balhorn and takes you on a beautiful loop through woods and fields. You walk around the Erzeberg and have the opportunity to stop off in Balhorn after the hike. Highlights of the hike: - Erzeberg basalt dome - Balhorn - Lausekuppel
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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 wildlife trail to hike in Habichtswald Nature Park?

According to users from AllTrails.com, the best wildlife 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 153 reviews. This trail is 6.9 km long with an elevation gain of 310 m.

What is the longest wildlife trail in Habichtswald Nature Park?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest wildlife trail in Habichtswald Nature Park is Habichtswaldsteig. This trail is estimated to be 85.3 km long.

How many wildlife trails are in Habichtswald Nature Park?

There are 16 wildlife trails in Habichtswald Nature Park.These wildlife trails have an average 4.6-star ratingfrom 219 AllTrails community reviews.

Which wildlife trail has the most elevation gain in Habichtswald Nature Park?

Habichtswaldsteig has the most elevation gain for wildlife trails with 2,889 m of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Habichtswaldsteig Stage 1: Zierenberg - Firnsbachtal, which has 931 m of elevation gain.

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