Best trails near Igelsburg
4.6(14 reviews)
Igelsburg: This area is best seen from the trail. Good news: 7 trails will get you there, including hiking and camping trails. Plan your trip with hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Igelsburg: Looking for a challenge? Choose from 7 more difficult routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Igelsburg are perfect for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 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 -...
- 5.0 (3)·Moderate·15 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrPopular stage of the Kasselsteig, Hesse. This is the first stage of the Kasselsteig, a 160 km long panoramic hiking trail around the Kassel basin. The 15 km hike starts at Herkules. From there, you hike over the Hoher Dörnberg and the Helfensteine to Weimar. Highlights of the hike: - Hercules - Dörnberg - Helfensteine - Bühl - Ahnatal - Weimar
- 4.7 (2)·Hard·18.8 km·Est. 5.5–6.5 hrPopular hike in the Habichtswald Nature Park, Hesse. There is a first highlight right at the start of the stage: the Wilhemshöhe mountain park and the UNESCO World Heritage Site with Hercules, Löwenburg castle and trick fountains (take place every Wednesday and Sunday at 2.30 pm from May to October). A diversion is worthwhile! Accompanied by fantastic views over the Habichtswald forest, you hike on to the idyllic Silbersee lake with a rest area and even a campsite. After crossing the main...
- 5.0 (1)·Moderate·5.3 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrPopular circular hike in the Habichtswald Nature Park, Hesse. This route is a good five kilometres long and runs through the woods and fields to the east of Dörnberg. Sturdy shoes are recommended as some of the paths can be washed out and muddy. Highlights of the hike: - Varied field and forest paths - Igelsburg Castle - Katzenstein - Igelsburg castle ruins
- Moderate·25.6 km·Est. 7.5–8.5 hrVaried circular hiking trail in the Habichtswald Nature Park, Hesse. This 25-kilometre circular walk near Kassel offers a great physical challenge and plenty of variety. The route runs via Silberborn, Hohes Gras, the Firnsbachtal valley and the Sieben Teiche ponds, among others. The highest point of the hike is reached in Hohes Gras - the ascent and descent from here are extremely moderate. Highlights of the hike: - UNESCO World Heritage Site Bergpark Wilhelmshöhe - Firnsbach valley - Hohes...
- Moderate·15.9 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrPopular circular hike in the Habichtswald Nature Park, Hesse. The Habichtswald Cultural History Eco Trail connects the villages of Dörnberg and Ehlen. Together, the two villages, which are among the oldest settlements in the upper Wamrtal valley, form the municipality of Habichtswald. Highlights of the hike: - Dörnberg - Igelsburg Castle - Imperial beech
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Igelsburg?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Igelsburg. On AllTrails.com/en-gb/, you'll find 7 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Igelsburg?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Igelsburg is Habichtswaldsteig Stage 1: Zierenberg - Firnsbachtal, which has a 4.9 star rating from 6 reviews. This trail is 23.8 km long with an elevation gain of 931 m.
What is the longest trail near Igelsburg?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Igelsburg is Kassel: Bergpark Wilhelmshoehe - Hohes Gras - Elgershausen. This trail is estimated to be 25.6 km long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Igelsburg?
Igelsburg: With an ascent of 931 m, Habichtswaldsteig Stage 1: Zierenberg - Firnsbachtal has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Kassel: Bergpark Wilhelmshoehe - Hohes Gras - Elgershausen with 800 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Igelsburg?
The most popular and difficult trail near Igelsburg is Habichtswaldsteig Stage 1: Zierenberg - Firnsbachtal with a 4.9-star rating from 6 reviews.
