Best historic site trails in Hessisch Lichtenau

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Explore the most popular historic site trails near Hessisch Lichtenau with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.

Top trails

#1 - Reichenbach P10
4.1 (6)·Moderate·8.4 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hr
This route is a certified premium hiking trail that is excellently signposted (yellow symbol "P10"). Diverse forest sections, the Reichenbach castle ruins and Wacholderheiden are waiting for you. There are also some art installations along the way. Hiking parking spaces: "Drei Linden" car park for hikers, Reichenbach Parking lot at the village community center Reichenbach Wanderparkplatz Wickersröder Höhe, Hopfelde Arrival by bus and train is also possible (Reichenbach stop).
#2 - Grimmsteig Stage 2: Hesse Lichtenau to Hoher Meissner
4.0 (2)·Hard·11.2 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hr
#3 - Zur Ruine Reichenbach über Ars Natura
4.0 (1)·Moderate·2.5 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hr
#4 - Rundwanderweg Hessisch Lichtenau HL5
Moderate·6.8 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hr
This path starts near the Frau-Holle-Park. It leads south through the landscape and then climbs up to the Reichenbach castle ruins, from which you have a beautiful view of the Hessian landscape. The path is marked with the yellow text HL5.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the longest historic site trail in Hessisch Lichtenau?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest historic site trail in Hessisch Lichtenau is Grimmsteig Stage 2: Hesse Lichtenau to Hoher Meissner. This trail is estimated to be 11.2 mi long.

Which historic site trail has the most elevation gain in Hessisch Lichtenau?

Hessisch Lichtenau: With an ascent of 2,608 ft, Grimmsteig Stage 2: Hesse Lichtenau to Hoher Meissner has the most elevation gain of all of the historic site trails in the area. The next highest ascent for historic site trails is Reichenbach P10 with 1,666 ft of elevation gain.

What is the most popular and difficult historic site trail in Hessisch Lichtenau?

The most popular and difficult historic site trail in Hessisch Lichtenau is Grimmsteig Stage 2: Hesse Lichtenau to Hoher Meissner with a 4.0-star rating from 2 reviews.