Best backpacking trails in Vogelsberg Volcanic Region Nature Park

Varied route section in the Vogelsberg nature region, Hesse The first section of the Vogelsberg Volcano Ring circular hiking trail starts in historic Laubach (it's worth lingering here and getting to know the historic town a little better) and leads along springy beech forest paths and along picturesque stream valleys. The ascent to the village of Stornfels is a little steeper, but once there you can take a rest in an inn. Highlights: - Half-timbered houses in Laubach - Laubach Castle -...

Idyllic stretch of road in the Vogelsberg nature region, Hesse The sixth and final stage of the Vulkanring Vogelsberg hiking trail leads from Ulrichstein back to the starting point in Laubach. You hike through rustling deciduous forests, along babbling brooks and across open meadow landscapes. . There is a special view from the Schlossberg in Ulrichstein, where you can also visit the botanical exhibition centre. In Laubach, you should take another look at the castle with its beautiful park...

Scenic route section in the Vogelsberg nature region, Hesse Stage 5 of the Vulkanring Vogelsberg hiking trail is the most challenging of the six sections and combines fascinating cultural sights with unforgettable natural moments. You reach the Totenköppel near Meiches, a former cult site of the Chatti, and pass the beautiful 19th century Schalksbach ponds, home to dragonflies, great crested grebes and rare aquatic plants. The route crosses meadows and fields and offers wonderful views of...

Near-natural section of the route in the Vogelsberg nature region, Hesse On the third stage of the Vogelsberg Volcano Ring circular hiking trail, you hike across idyllic meadows and pastures, alternating with shady forests. As you do not walk through villages, you should take enough provisions for a small picnic (there are refreshment stops in Herchenhain). There are occasional climbs to contend with. Highlights: - Old castle - Völzberger Köpfchen

Scenic route section in the Vogelsberg nature region, Hesse The second stage of the Vogelsberg volcano ring begins in Eichelsdorf. Along the way, you can enjoy wonderful views of the Nidda valley and as far as the Hoherodskopf. You hike through picturesque heath, meadow and floodplain landscapes to Burkhards, where you can stop for refreshments. Highlights: - Lake Gedern - Geden Castle and park near the route

Long-distance hiking trail rich in nature and culture in the Vogelsberg nature region, Hesse This magnificent circular hiking trail is entirely dedicated to Germany's only shield volcano - the Vogelsberg. Basalt, solidified lava from former eruptions, can be found everywhere. The route has a few more challenging climbs at Stornfels, the "Old Castle" and up the Schlossberg in Ulrichstein. The route follows earthy forest, woodland and meadow paths; near the villages it also follows gravelled...

Culturally rich long-distance hiking trail in the Vogelsberg nature region in Upper Hesse The Residenzenring connects the residences of Laubach, Grünberg, Lich and Hungen in the north-west of the Vogelsberg. There are numerous historical sights to discover along the way: castles, monasteries, half-timbered houses, medieval old towns and churches await hikers, as does the beautiful Upper Hessian landscape. The hiking sign is a red crown on a yellow background. The direction of travel and...

Stage 2 of the volcano cycle path. The second section of the Volcano Cycle Path leads from the climatic health resort of Herbstein through Lauterbach to the romantic castle town of Schlitz, where the long-distance cycle path ends. The paths on this section are pleasant to cycle with many sections that are flat or downhill. Highlights: - Herbstein climatic health resort: thermal springs, Herbstein vaults, "Herbstein rock tour" - Lauterbach: Anchor tower with anchor steps, Hohhaus Castle,...

Varied route section in the Vogelsberg nature region, Hesse The fourth stage of the Vogelsberg Volcano Ring circular hiking trail leads through impressive landscapes where you can forget everything around you. You walk along impressive rock galleries, legendary basalt formations, babbling mountain streams and through an avenue of giant lime trees. There are refreshment stops in Ilbeshausen and Herbstein. Highlights: - Rothenbach pond near the route - "Teufelskanzel" and "Nonnenstein" -...