Best forest trails in Baunatal
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Explore the most popular forest trails near Baunatal with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
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- 4.8 (6)·Moderate·9.7 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrPanoramic hike in the Habichtswald Nature Park, Hesse. On this hike in the Habichtswald Nature Park you walk around the Langenberge. You can take a short detour to the Hessenturm, where the hiking hut is served on Sundays and public holidays between Easter and October. Highlights of the hike: - Langenberge - Niedenstein - Detour to the Hessenturm (optional) - View of the Burgberg
- 4.9 (6)·Moderate·6.5 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPromising hiking tour in the Habichtswald nature park, Hesse. From the Barwinkel car park, circular route 5 leads straight into the idyllic forest landscape. Beautiful views of the Bilstein, as well as from the Bilstein itself. Highlights of the tour: - Parking lots available - Jakobsbörnchen - Bilstein insight - Bocksgeil vantage point - Bilstein
- 4.8 (4)·Easy·2.9 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrVaried loop trail near Baunatal, Hesse. The Guntershausen cultural history eco path leads through the agricultural village, past the train station, the railway bridge over the Fulda, to the church and the mill. Then the path runs along the Bauna over fields to the "giant stone". Highlights of the hike: - Fulda - Gunterhausen - Guntershaeuser Mill - Riesenstein ("giant stone")
- 4.9 (3)·Moderate·3.1 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrFamily-friendly loop trail in the Habichtswald Nature Park, Hesse The route follows nature park loops 2 and 3 from the Bilsteinblick hiking car park. You pass several fantastic viewpoints. Highlights of the hike: - child-friendly - Bilstein - Bocksgeil lookout point
- 4.1 (3)·Moderate·2.1 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrCharming, child-friendly circular hiking trail in the Habichtswald Nature Park, Hesse. This route corresponds to nature park circular route 1, which starts at the Bilsteinblick hiking car park. Ideal for a relaxed trip with the whole family! Highlights of the hike: - Familyfriendly - Bilstein - Bilstein view
- 4.0 (1)·Easy·3.8 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrPopular loop trail in the Habichtswald, Hesse. The Cultural History Eco Trail Hertingshausen and Kirchbauna connects the two formerly independent communities of Hertingshausen and Kirchbauna. The eco path offers an exciting insight into the varied history of the region - from former castles, half-timbered houses and historic town centers to the emergence of the city of Baunatal. The cultural history eco path can be explored both on foot and by bike. Highlights of the hike: - Junkermeierhof...
- 3.0 (1)·Easy·3.7 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrIdyllic nature trail in Hesse. This beautiful tour begins at Baunatal-Guntershausen railroad station along the Bauna, which flows into the Fulda a little further east. The stream is surrounded by magnificent forest on both sides. A short climb first leads across fields to the small exclave around the Fehrenberg farm. The route then follows the edge of the forest with a view of the stream. Accessible by bus and train. There are refreshment stops at the start and end of the...
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest forest trail in Baunatal?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Baunatal is Von Besse nach Kassel. This trail is estimated to be 10.8 mi long.
Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Baunatal?
Baunatal: With an ascent of 1,519 ft, Großenritte - Gestecke - Niedenstein has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is Through the Langenberge to the center of Germany with 1,250 ft of elevation gain.