Best historic site trails in Frankenau
4.2(39 reviews)
Explore the most popular historic site trails near Frankenau 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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- 4.7 (18)·Moderate·6.6 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrTo old boundary stones Kellerwald-Edersee: Panoramic circular hiking trail This route is a real insider tip. The path begins at the Kellerwalduhr in Frankenau. There you walk briefly through the forest until you reach the beautiful Quernstkirche. There are great viewpoints here. The path then continues through the forest, over meadows, mountains and points with great nature. If you follow the path to Dehnerts Grad you will find an impressive memorial. Then it goes through dense fir forests...
- 4.8 (10)·Easy·2.2 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrShort historical hike in Frankenau, Hesse. The starting point is at the "Euler" national park entrance car park, where there is also a bus stop. Follow the Quernstkapelle hiking symbol on the Quernstweg. On the Quernstpfad it then goes back to the starting point. Highlights of the tour: - Customizable round - Shady forest paths - Charcoal kiln - Quernsthorst church with ruins
- 3.6 (6)·Hard·97.7 mi·Est. 24 hr+Diverse long-distance hiking trail in the Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park, Hesse. The certified quality trail Kellerwaldsteig leads hikers into the varied and uniquely beautiful nature of the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park and the surrounding nature park of the same name. It is recommended to divide the Kellerwaldsteig into 12 daily stages. A special highlight of the route is the Edersee with its clear water. In addition, you hike through rustic cripple forests, dense beech forests and so...
- 3.0 (1)·Moderate·8.1 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrStage 1 of the "Kellerwaldsteig" long-distance hiking trail, Hesse. This is the first stage of the Kellerwaldsteig, a certified quality trail that leads in an almost 160 km long loop through the Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park. The national park town of Frankenau marks the starting point of the 13 km long first section. On the way to the climatic health resort of Oberorke you pass several castle ruins and a very beautiful nature reserve in the Lengelbach valley. Several places to stay...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest historic site trail in Frankenau?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest historic site trail in Frankenau is Kellerwaldsteig. This trail is estimated to be 97.7 mi long.
Which historic site trail has the most elevation gain in Frankenau?
Frankenau: With an ascent of 15,597 ft, Kellerwaldsteig has the most elevation gain of all of the historic site trails in the area. The next highest ascent for historic site trails is Dreiherrensteinroute with 1,466 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult historic site trail in Frankenau?
The most popular and difficult historic site trail in Frankenau is Kellerwaldsteig with a 3.6-star rating from 6 reviews.