Best bird watching trails in Hesse
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Explore the most popular bird watching trails in Hesse 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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- 4.6 (52)·Moderate·4.5 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular loop in the Hessian Rhön Nature Park, Hesse. From the hiking car park, the Feldbach accompanies you to the Kaskadenschlucht. In the NSG Rotes Moor, part of the way is along the moor nature trail. There is a place to stop at the Haus am Roten Moor at the Moordorf hiking car park. Highlights of the hike: - Red Moor nature reserve - Feldbach with cascade gorge - Moor educational trail
- 4.5 (37)·Moderate·5.8 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular hike Geo-Naturpark Bergstrasse-Odenwald, Hesse. This almost 10 km long hike begins at the Roemersteine car park. It can be a bit crowded right next to the Felsenmeer, especially on weekends and when the weather is nice. Another highlight is the bird nature trail, which is looked after by the Reichenbacher bird conservationists. Highlights of the hike: - Felsenmeer ("Sea of rocks") - Felsberg nature reserve near Reichenbach - Bird trail
- 4.7 (29)·Moderate·6.5 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrFairytale circular hike in the Hessian Rhön Nature Park, Hesse. The Red Moor is the second largest raised bog in the UNESCO Rhön Biosphere Reserve. This route takes you once around the reserve. The moor nature trail takes you through the beautiful Red Moor nature reserve. With fantastic views, this trail can be started from the Moorsdorf parking lot. Highlights of the hike: - Rotes Moor nature reserve - Moor nature trail - Mathesberg - View over the moor lake (viewpoint)
- 4.6 (26)·Moderate·8.6 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrPopular loop in the Taunus Nature Park, Hesse. This route explores several peaks around the Altkoenig nature reserve. In addition to the many peaks, the route also passes the Gilboa Temple and Victoria Temple, all of which are beautiful view points. Highlights of the hike: - Altkoenig nature reserve - Huenerbergswiesen nature reserve - White wall - Buergelplatte
- 4.3 (21)·Moderate·8.5 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrPopular loop in the Rhine Valley, Hesse. The route "Around Rüdesheim on the Rhine" enchants with magnificent views of the Rhine Valley. The trail, which is one of the youth hiking trails organised by the German Hiking Youth, starts at Rüdesheim Youth Hostel. It follows an old vineyard path towards the Rüdesheim pedestrian zone and on to the cable car at the Niederwalddenkmal. The Niederwald Monument commemorates the reunification of the German Reich after the Franco-Prussian War of 1870-1871...
- 4.1 (19)·Hard·11.4 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hrClose-to-nature premium hiking trail in the Hessian Rhön Nature Park, Hesse. This extra tour, characterized by a lot of peace and seclusion, has its starting point at the Moordorf parking lot. From there, the tour leads once through the Rotes Moor nature reserve, which is part of the Rhön UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, on well-signposted boardwalks and paths. The tour is marked with a red "R" on a white background. The entire tour around the largest raised bog in Hesse shines with solitude and...
- 4.3 (20)·Moderate·10.7 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrPopular loop trail in the Geo-Naturpark Bergstrasse-Odenwald, Hesse. A wonderful loop in the nature reserve "Kuehkopf-Knoblochsaue". The Kuehkopf peninsula is almost undeveloped and promises a relaxing nature experience. Highlights of the hike: - Old Rhine - Hofgut Guntershausen - Kroenkeswoerth observation tower
- 4.5 (10)·Easy·2.5 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrRelaxed walk in the Hessische Rhön Nature Park, Hesse. This leisurely loop begins at the Haunesee hiking car park, near which you can stop off at the Zellmuehle country inn after the hike is over. A distance of 4 km and a few inclines make the route an ideal destination for families. Highlights of the hike: - familyfriendly - Haunestausee - idyllic forest - beautiful views
- 4.4 (26)·Moderate·8.8 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrVaried Wisper Trail in the Wispertaunus, Hesse. This route is a certified premium hiking trail. The starting point is the Naurother car park, from where you hike along bubbling streams, through idyllic forests, meadows and open land with beautiful views. A total of three former mining pits, including the Rosit slate mine, which was closed in 1964, are passed along the route. Today nature has recaptured the impressive spoil heaps and you can observe all kinds of plants and animals...
- 4.6 (12)·Easy·4.7 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrPopular loop trail in the Bergstrasse-Odenwald Geo-Nature Park, Hesse. This loop trail promises a relaxing break in the picturesque Kuehkopf-Knoblochsaue nature reserve. Forest and meadows as well as the Altrhein form the ideal backdrop for a short hike. Interested hikers can also learn exciting things about the local flora and fauna from information boards along the way. Highlights of the hike: - Old arm of the Rhine - Hofgut Guntershausen - Old oil pump - Kuehkopf-Knoblochsaue nature...
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Frequently asked questions
What national parks in Hesse have bird watching trails?
Hikers on AllTrails.com recommend several popular national parks in Hesse. Kellerwald-Edersee National Park is home to 3 bird watching trails with an average 3.0 star rating from 11 community reviews.
What is the longest bird watching trail in Hesse?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest bird watching trail in Hesse is Spessartbogen. This trail is estimated to be 56.0 mi long.
Which bird watching trail has the most elevation gain in Hesse?
Hesse: With an ascent of 8,881 ft, Spessartbogen has the most elevation gain of all of the birding trails in the area. The next highest ascent for birding trails is Premiumwanderweg: Wispertaunussteig with 6,991 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult bird watching trail in Hesse?
The most popular and difficult bird watching trail in Hesse is Rotes Moor with a 4.1-star rating from 19 reviews.
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