Best forest trails in Helsa

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Explore the most popular forest trails near Helsa 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 - Helsa H6 - Michelskopfweg
5.0 (1)·Moderate·7.7 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hr
Train station - Schottenhof - Lewalterbrunnen - pork croissants - Michelskopfer See - Mariengrund
#2 - Grimmsteig Etappe 4: Helsa-Wickenrode nach Nieste
4.0 (2)·Moderate·7.3 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hr
#3 - Helsa - Eschenstruth E2
4.8 (2)·Moderate·5.5 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hr
#4 - Helsa - Eschenstruth E1
4.0 (2)·Moderate·6.4 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hr
#5 - Helsa H8 - Helserbornweg
3.6 (3)·Moderate·7.5 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hr
Popular loop trail in the Geo-Nature Park Frau-Holle-Land, Hesse. This route starts at Helsa train station. It goes through the Kaufunger Wald, towards Kreuzstein, to Wickenrode and then back to Helsa. You can eat at one of the restaurants after the hike. Highlights of the hike: - Kaufunger Forest - Laudenbachtal - Wiener Platz
#6 - Helsa Loop 14
4.0 (1)·Moderate·5.5 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hr
The round begins at the Hergesbachtal hiking car park and leads once around the Rohrberg. The waymark is a black 14 on a yellow circle.
#7 - Ibachtal Loop
4.0 (1)·Moderate·8.5 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hr
Circular hiking trail 16 of the Geo Nature Park Frau Holle Land. Reachable by bus and train, there are restaurants in Helsa.
#8 - Helsa H1: Stubbergweg
4.0 (2)·Easy·3.5 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hr
Popular loop trail in the Geo-Nature Park Frau-Holle-Land, Hesse. You walk through the beautiful Ibach valley on the Stubbergweg, which is also suitable for families. Loop trail1 from Helsa starts directly at the train station - ideal for arriving by bus or train. Highlights of the hike: - Quiet forest trails - Ibach Valley - Helsa
#9 - Buchberg Loop from Helsa
4.0 (1)·Moderate·7 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hr
Relaxed loop in the geo-nature park Frau-Holle-Land, Hesse. From the train station in Helsayou hike in a nice loop around the Buchberg. Near Wickenrode you hike along the edge of the forest, from where there are some beautiful views. Highlights of the hike: - pretty forest - Buchberg - Helsa
#10 - Helsa, H2 - Rohrbergweg
4.0 (1)·Moderate·6.7 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hr
The route begins at the train station in Helsa and leads south along the Hergesbach. On the way back, you shouldn't miss the Helsa cascade.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the longest forest trail in Helsa?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Helsa is Helsa Rundwanderweg H10 - Kaufungerweg. This trail is estimated to be 8.8 mi long.

Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Helsa?

Helsa: With an ascent of 1,463 ft, Buchberg Loop from Helsa has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is Helsa H6 - Michelskopfweg with 1,463 ft of elevation gain.