Best historic site trails in Bad Zwesten
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Explore the most popular historic site trails near Bad Zwesten with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
Top trails
- 4.3 (5)·Moderate·3.6 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrPanoramic hiking trail near Bad Zwesten, Hesse. The Schwalmtal Rundweg 1 runs through beautiful forest to the lookout tower on the Altenburg. From here you can enjoy a wide view of the Schwalmtal, over the Kellerwald and up to the Vogelsberg. You hike back along the Schwalm. Highlights of the hike: - Altenburg with observation tower - great views - Trail along the Schwalm
- 5.0 (1)·Moderate·4.7 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrA varied circular hike in the Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park, Hesse. This hike partly follows the dream tour "Burg Löwenstein-Weg" and partly the Bad Zwestener Rundwanderweg Z7. The highlights of the route include the Löwenstein ruins with a lookout tower and snack bar, the Oberuffer Lake and, of course, Bad Zwesten. Highlights of the hike: - Löwenstein ruins - Oberuffer See - Bad Zwesten
- 3.5 (4)·Moderate·5.6 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular loop trail in the Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park, Hesse. Bad Zwesten is located on the eastern edge of the Kellerwald. The hike begins at the spa park of the medicinal spring and climatic spa. The planet path, an astronomical nature trail, and the Loewenstein castle ruins promise a lot of variety when hiking. Highlights of the hike: - Bad Zwesten health resort - Planet path - Loewenstein Castle ruins
- 3.7 (2)·Moderate·4.5 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular hiking trail in the Swabian-Franconian Forest Mountains, Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park. The ascent to the castle hill is sometimes steep, but still quite easy to master. You have wonderful views of the Urff and Schwalmtal valleys. There is a snack station at the ruins. Highlights of the hike: - Loewenstein castle ruins - Castle Hill - Views of the Urfftal
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest historic site trail in Bad Zwesten?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest historic site trail in Bad Zwesten is Planet trail and castle ruins Loewenstein. This trail is estimated to be 5.6 mi long.
Which historic site trail has the most elevation gain in Bad Zwesten?
Bad Zwesten: With an ascent of 944 ft, Planet trail and castle ruins Loewenstein has the most elevation gain of all of the historic site trails in the area. The next highest ascent for historic site trails is Schwalmtal loop 1 - To the viewing tower on the Altenburg with 862 ft of elevation gain.
