Best trail running trails in Edertal
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Explore the most popular trail running 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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- 4.5 (36)·Moderate·7.4 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrVaried loop in the Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park, Hesse. Everywhere around the Edersee there is beautiful wild nature to be discovered. From Rehbach, the route leads along the shore and past the Edersee wildlife park. The hike also leads to the dam and some great viewpoints. Highlights of the hike: - Wildlife Park - Lake Eder - Dam of the Edersee
- 4.5 (25)·Moderate·7.8 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrPopular 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...
- 4.0 (19)·Moderate·4.3 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular circular hiking trail in the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park, Hesse. The ox root route owes its name to the 542 m high ox root, around which this circular route runs. Other striking mountain ranges along the way are the small and large Hegekopf. In part, you hike on the popular Urwaldsteig or Urwaldpfad Edersee. The ox root route is marked with a red deer hiking symbol. Sturdy shoes and sure-footedness are recommended. Highlights of the hike: - Big Conservation Head - Oxroot head -...
- 4.3 (14)·Easy·2.4 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrPopular 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...
- 4.2 (21)·Moderate·6.2 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular 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
- 4.0 (1)·Hard·10.2 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrVaried 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...
- 4.2 (7)·Moderate·5.8 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular loop trail in the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park, Hesse. The Heimbach route in the Waldecker Land owes its name to the picturesque Heimbach, which accompanies you to the Peterskopf. The walking time is about 4 hours, but it is advisable to bring a little more time with you in order to be able to take a proper break on the Peterskopf (great views over the national park). Highlights of the hike: - Peterskopf with reservoir - romantic Heimbachtal - great views
- 4.8 (5)·Moderate·4.8 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular loop trail in the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park, Hesse. A great route through an extensive, old beech forest, which also includes the Locheiche area. The hiking symbol for this route is a squirrel. Highlights of the hike: - Hute beech trees - Remnants of heather - ancient beech forest
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest running trail in Edertal?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest running trail in Edertal is Jugendwanderroute am Edersee. This trail is estimated to be 10.2 mi long.
Which running trail has the most elevation gain in Edertal?
Edertal: With an ascent of 1,640 ft, Jugendwanderroute am Edersee has the most elevation gain of all of the running trails in the area. The next highest ascent for running trails is Affoldern Lake Loop with 1,420 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult running trail in Edertal?
The most popular and difficult running trail in Edertal is Jugendwanderroute am Edersee with a 4.0-star rating from 1 reviews.
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Points of interest
- Uhrenkopf
- Auf den Klippen
- Edersee
- Mühlteich
- Michelskopf
- Sperrmauer Edertalsperre
- Kletterwald
- Alter Grundablassschieber der Edertalsperre
- Kanzel
- Bloßenberg
- Oberbecken Waldeck II
- Greifvogelshow
- Affolderner See (Unterbecken)
- Nietring alte Rohrbahn
- Trifthütte
- Fünfseenblick Edersee
- Kanu-Rastplatz Anraff
- Eder
- Hammerbergspitze
- Eschelberg