Best forest trails in Edertal

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Explore the most popular forest trails near Edertal 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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#1 - Affoldern Lake Loop
4.5 (25)·Moderate·7.8 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hr
Popular loop in the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park, Hesse. This varied loop starts on the east bank of the Eder (when arriving by bus or train: stop at the Sperrmauer Ostseite stop). From here, it goes through beautiful fields, meadows, quiet forest passages, and smaller villages once around the Affolderner See. A relatively short part goes along the main road. There are places to stop for refreshments. Attention: In several places, the way is through e.g., fallen trees blocked, which can...
#2 - Edersee Loop Cycle Route (ER)
4.5 (27)·Moderate·31.6 mi·Est. 13.5–15 hr
Popular bike tour in the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park, Hesse. This cycle path is located in the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park and starts in Waldeck. A particularly beautiful tour around the Edersee, which often runs on forest paths. A lunch break can be taken in Herzhausen about halfway along the route. You pass many campsites, so that the route can also be completed in several shorter daily stages. Highlights of the route: - Views of the Edersee - Waldeck - Edersee shore near...
#3 - Blossenberg route
4.3 (14)·Easy·2.4 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hr
Popular loop in the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park, Hesse. As the official hiking trail of the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park, the Blossenberg route is well signposted (symbol: Pfingstnelke). Despite the short distance, sturdy shoes are highly recommended. An old oak forest, rare plants, the Banfeteich, near-natural hiking trails and of course the Edersee make the hearts of all nature lovers beat faster. Highlights of the hike: - Warzenbeisser Art Path - old oak forest - Banfe bay of...
#4 - Dicker Kopf-Route
4.2 (21)·Moderate·6.2 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hr
Popular loop trail in the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park, Hesse. A nice tour around the Dicken Kopf and the Elmsberg. There is a nice hut at Tannendriesch. The hike is marked with a beech leaf throughout. Highlights of the hike: - Dicker Kopf ("Big head") - Elmsberg - Upper basin Waldeck II - romantic Heimbachtal
#5 - On the banks of the Edersee Loop
4.9 (8)·Moderate·36.6 mi·Est. 15.5–17 hr
Panoramic bike tour in the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park, Hesse. This loop trail leads around the Edersee. On the way there are places to stop for refreshments, campsites and pretty little towns, so that the tour can be tailored to individual needs. There is also a train station in Herzhausen, on the western shore of Lake Edersee. Highlights of the tour: - Views of the Edersee - Wildlife Park Edersee - Edersee shore near Herzhausen nature reserve - Dam of the Edersee - Affoldern reservoir
#6 - Traddelkopf route
4.5 (12)·Moderate·6.3 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hr
Popular loop trail in the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park, Hesse. For a good 10 km, this hike leads around the Traddelkopf, the highest mountain in the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park. One passes, among other things, the former nature reserve Ruhlauber, where some ancient beeches can be admired. Highlights of the hike: - near-natural forest paths - Traddelkopt
#7 - Edersee riverside trail
4.3 (6)·Hard·25 mi·Est. 11–12.5 hr
Popular bike tour in the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park, Hesse. From Rehbach (or any other place along the way) you cycle once around the Edersee. The tour can be completed in one day or in several shorter daily stages. There are numerous campsites and other accommodation options on the shores of the lake. Highlights of the bike tour: - Views of the Edersee - Edersee wildlife park - Huenselburg nature reserve - Detour to Waldeck Castle (optional)
#8 - Daudenbergroute
4.4 (9)·Moderate·3 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hr
Family-friendly hike in the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park, Hesse. The Daudenberg route in the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park is marked with a beetle symbol throughout. With a distance of less than 5 km and many beautiful views, the route is well suited for a family hike. Highlights of the hike: - Five lakes view of the Edersee - beautiful forest paths - The rocky peaks of the Daudenberg
#9 - Jugendwanderroute am Edersee
4.0 (1)·Hard·10.2 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hr
Varied and popular youth hiking trail near Edertal, Hesse. This varied circular hike starts at the Edersee dam. It goes straight uphill quite steeply and directly on the jungle path to Hemfurth. Numerous sights line the way, such as the Edersee Draisine, the Great House (the house is upside down), the E.on waterworks and the Edersee Wildlife Park. There is even a birds of prey show here. If you don't feel like visiting the wildlife park, you will find other attractions on the way, such as...
#10 - Urwaldsteig Etappe 2: Hemfurth - Bringhausen
5.0 (3)·Moderate·6.3 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hr
Section of the Urwaldsteig, Hesse The second section starts at the parking lots on Kraftwerkstraße Hemfurt. It goes up to the Großer Hegekopf, this climb is quite demanding. If you want to avoid it, you can take the cable car to the Peterskopf and then follow the signs back to the Urwaldsteig. Highlights: - White stone - Refuge at Sauermilchplatz

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Frequently asked questions

What is the longest forest trail in Edertal?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Edertal is Edersee Loop (MTB). This trail is estimated to be 37.6 mi long.

Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Edertal?

Edertal: With an ascent of 6,653 ft, Edersee Loop (MTB) has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is On the banks of the Edersee Loop with 4,452 ft of elevation gain.