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Best trails in Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park

Best trails in Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park

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Want to find the best trails in Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park for an adventurous hike or a family trip? AllTrails has 113 great trails for hiking, walking and more. Enjoy hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from fellow nature lovers. Ready for your next adventure? Explore one of 14 easy hiking trails in Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park that are ideal for the whole family. Looking for elevation? Trails in this park range from 58 to 4,754 meters of elevation gain. Whatever you have planned, you can find the perfect trail for your next trip to Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park.

Top sights

Uhrenkopf
Uhrenkopf
Peak
Lindenberg
Lindenberg
Peak
Auf den Klippen
Auf den Klippen
Viewpoint
Hünselburg
Hünselburg
Ruins
Edersee
Edersee
Reservoir
Mühlteich
Mühlteich
Pond

Top trails

  1. #1 - Kanzelroute

    4.6 (42)·Moderate·4.3 km·Est. 1.5–2 hr
    Popular, refreshing hike in Edertal, Hesse. The starting point for this enchanting loop is the car park at Waldeck Castle (alternatively: Sperrmauer). You walk along the beautiful Edersee lake through a marvellous forest landscape. The lake itself offers many possibilities, such as boat hire, excursion boats or a water sports centre. Highlights of the tour: - Lake Edersee - Before the corner path - Friedrich Meyer Hut - On the cliffs - Refreshment stops - Water sports - Interesting fauna

  2. #2 - Knorreichenstieg at Edersee

    4.6 (48)·Moderate·7.9 km·Est. 2.5–3 hr
    Popular circular route in the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park, Hesse. This beautiful tour on the Edersee starts at the Trappenhardt car park and is doable for families with slightly older children. Due to the sometimes uneven paths, sturdy shoes are highly recommended. There are also steep climbs in some places. Most of the time, it goes through a wonderfully shady forest. Highlights of the hike: - Views of the Edersee - gnarly - Hünselburg nature reserve

  3. #3 - Kahle-Hardt-Route (Knorreichenstieg)

    4.5 (37)·Moderate·4.5 km·Est. 1.5–2 hr
    Popular 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. #4 - Edersee Wildlife Park Circular Route

    4.5 (36)·Moderate·11.9 km·Est. 3–3.5 hr
    Varied circular route in the Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park, Hesse. Everywhere around the Edersee there is beautiful wild nature to be discovered. From Rehbach, the route leads along the shore and past the Edersee wildlife park. The hike also leads to the dam and some great viewpoints. Highlights of the hike: - Wildlife Park - Lake Eder - Dam of the Edersee

  5. #5 - Affoldern Lake Circular

    4.5 (25)·Moderate·12.6 km·Est. 4–4.5 hr
    Popular circular route in the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park, Hesse. This is a varied round that starts on the east bank of the Eder (when arriving by bus or train: stop at the Sperrmauer Ostseite stop). From here it goes through beautiful fields, meadows, quiet forest passages and smaller villages once around the Affolderner See. A relatively short part goes along the main road. There are places to stop for refreshments. Attention: In several places the way is through e.g. fallen trees...

  6. #6 - Waldeck Castle - Nieder-Werbe - Waldeck-West

    4.3 (26)·Moderate·14.5 km·Est. 4.5–5 hr
    Popular circular route in the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park, Hesse. A very beautiful hike, much of which follows the Kellerwaldsteig and Urwaldsteig trails. In addition to great nature, there are also cultural and historical attractions such as Waldeck Castle. There are refreshment stops along the banks of the Eder. The starting point is right next to Waldeck Castle. There are car parking facilities here. Highlights of the hike: - Eder - Waldeck Castle - Church in the lake

  7. #7 - Edersee Circular Cycle Route (ER)

    4.5 (27)·Moderate·50.9 km·Est. 13.5–15 hr
    Popular cycle tour in the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park, Hesse. This cycle route is located in the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park and starts in Waldeck. A particularly beautiful tour around the Edersee, often on forest paths. You can take a lunch break in Herzhausen about halfway along the route. You pass many campsites, so the route can also be completed in several shorter daily stages. Highlights of the route: - Views of the Edersee - Waldeck - Edersee shore near Herzhausen - Idyllic...

  8. #8 - Lindenberg route

    4.4 (13)·Moderate·9.7 km·Est. 3–3.5 hr
    Popular circular hiking trail in the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park, Hesse. Around the Edersee is one of the oldest primeval forests in Central Europe. The forest areas, known for their ancient oaks, are criss-crossed by popular hiking trails such as the Urwaldsteig long-distance trail and the Knorreichenstieg. The Lindenberg route is a great way to experience a shortened version of these two popular routes. You not only experience the picturesque forests and some beautiful views of the...

  9. #9 - Ochsenwurzelskopf Route

    4.0 (19)·Moderate·6.9 km·Est. 2–2.5 hr
    Popular circular hiking trail in the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park, Hesse. The Ochsenwurzelskopf route owes its name to the 542 metre high Ochsenwurzelskopf, around which this circular trail runs. Other striking mountain ranges along the route are the Kleine and Große Hegekopf. In part, you hike along the popular Urwaldsteig or Urwaldpfad Edersee. The Ochsenwurzelskopf route is marked with a red deer hiking symbol. Sturdy shoes and sure-footedness are recommended. Highlights of the...

  10. #10 - Urwaldsteig Stage 6: Scheid - Waldeck

    4.9 (7)·Moderate·14 km·Est. 4.5–5 hr
    Section of the primeval forest trail, Hesse The last section of the primeval forest trail also leads through mystical, ancient forests and offers wonderful views of the landscape and deep valleys. Highlights: - Waldeck Castle
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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to hike in Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park?

According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park is Kanzelroute which has a 4.6 star rating from 42 reviews. This trail is 4.3 km long with an elevation gain of 193 m.

What is the longest trail in Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park is 3-Lakes Cycling Marathon 2020. This trail is estimated to be 210.2 km long.

How many trails are in Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park?

There are 113 trails in Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park.These trails have an average 4.3-star ratingfrom 775 AllTrails community reviews.

Which trail has the most elevation gain in Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park?

Kellerwaldsteig has the most elevation gain with 4,754 m of total ascent. The park's runner-up is 3-Lakes Cycling Marathon 2020, which has 4,247 m of elevation gain.

Are there camping trails available in Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 36 camping trails in Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park and the most popular is Knorreichenstieg at Edersee with an average 4.6 star rating from 48 community reviews.

Are there running trails available in Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 31 running trails in Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park and the most popular is Knorreichenstieg at Edersee with an average 4.6 star rating from 42 community reviews.

Are there biking trails available in Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 15 biking trails in Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park and the most popular is Edersee Circular (MTB) with an average 4.0 star rating from 1 community reviews.

Are there any trails with scenic mountain peak views in Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park?

Yes, there are 79 trails with scenic mountain peak views in Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park, including Kanzelroute, Knorreichenstieg at Edersee, Kahle-Hardt-Route (Knorreichenstieg), Edersee Wildlife Park Circular Route and Affoldern Lake Circular.

Are there any trails with castles in Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park?

Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park?

Yes, there are 26 trails with scenic viewpoints in Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park, including Kanzelroute, Kahle-Hardt-Route (Knorreichenstieg), Affoldern Lake Circular, Edersee Circular Cycle Route (ER) and Lindenberg route.

Are there any trails with dams in Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park?

Are there any trails with rivers in Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park?

Are there any trails with picnic areas in Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park?

Are there any trails with historical ruins in Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park?

Are there any trails with ponds in Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park?

Yes, there are 10 trails with ponds in Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park, including Affoldern Lake Circular, Wasserfall bei Odershausen, Fritzlar - Ederseebahn Cycle Path - Korbach, Edersee Circular (MTB) and Ederseeradweg ER3.

Are there any trails with springs in Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park?

Yes, there are 2 trails with springs in Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park, including Kellerwaldsteig Stage 11: Densberg - Battenhausen and Friedrichstein Castle - Bilstein Circular.

Are there any trails with huts in Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park?

Are there any trails with archaeological sites in Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park?

Yes, there are 7 trails with archaeological sites in Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park, including Ringelsberg-Route, Dreiherrensteinroute, Urwaldsteig Stage 3: Bringhausen - Kirchlotheim, Harbshausen Circular Route and Edersee Circular (MTB).

Are there any trails with weather shelters in Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park?

Yes, there are 5 trails with weather shelters in Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park, including Dicker Kopf-Route, Hochspeicherbecken Eder, Fritzlar - Ederseebahn Cycle Path - Korbach, Ederseeradweg ER3 and Friedrichstein Castle - Bilstein Circular.

Are there any trails with cliffs in Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park?

Yes, there are 2 trails with cliffs in Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park, including Bilsteinklippe and Wolfschur and Friedrichstein Castle - Bilstein Circular.

Are there any trails with river rapids in Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park?

Yes, there are 3 trails with river rapids in Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park, including Fritzlar - Ederseebahn Cycle Path - Korbach, Von Wellen nach Hof Heide and Bad Wildungen - Wega - Edertal.

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