Best lake trails in Poppenhausen
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Explore the most popular lake trails near Poppenhausen 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
- 4.6 (41)·Moderate·4.1 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrPanoramic hiking trail in the Hessian Rhön Nature Park. At the beginning and at the end of this beautiful round you can still jump into the lake in summer. With its children's playground and water playground, Lake Gukai is a popular bathing lake. You can make yourself comfortable in the Guckai parlor with its sun terrace. Highlights of the tour: - Wasserkuppe - Horse head - Lake Guckai
- 4.7 (28)·Moderate·2.7 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrPopular loop in the Hessian Rhoen Nature Park, Hesse. A really wonderful loop in the Rhoen Biosphere Reserve on the Guckaisee. The tour is extremely panoramic, leads around the Guckaisee and to the summit of the Pferdskopf ("horse's head"). Highlights of the hike: - Guckaisee - the summit of the Pferdskopf - great views over the Rhoen
- 4.6 (5)·Moderate·3.6 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular circular hiking trail in the Hessian Rhön Nature Park, Hesse. This circular route offers all sorts of variety, from striking mountain peaks to great views. The horse's head with its basalt formations worth seeing is in no way inferior to the nearby Wasserkuppe in terms of views, but is generally a much less frequented hiking destination. On the way back, the Guckaisee, fed by the Lütter, invites you to take a dip in the cool water. Highlights of the hike: - Lake Guckai -...
- 4.7 (5)·Hard·24 mi·Est. 12–13 hrChallenging circular route to the Wasserkuppe, Hesse. Due to the length of the route and a steep climb at the beginning, it is classified as difficult, but it can also be completed in several stages. It is named after the highest mountain on the route - the Wasserkuppe. In addition to some beautiful natural highlights and magnificent views, the Ebersburg castle ruins are very beautiful to look at. Highlights: - Wasserkuppe - Fulda spring - Red Moor - sentinel - Ebersburg ruins - Lake Guckai
- 4.9 (3)·Hard·12.1 mi·Est. 6–6.5 hrIdyllic and varied circular route near Poppenhausen, Hesse. It starts in Poppenhausen. The path leads over the fields steadily up to the aviator memorial. Here you can take a short break and enjoy the beautiful view over the Kuppenröhn and Fulda. It continues over the so-called fairy tale meadow to the summer toboggan run and the climbing forest. The action continues: in the glider museum you can find out more about gliders, paragliders and more. Anyone who has packed swimming trunks can...
- 2.9 (3)·Moderate·3.9 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrFrom Abstroda it goes steeply uphill to Wasserkuppe, the highest mountain of the Rhön and at the same time the highest elevation in Hesse. Here you can expect 3 summer toboggan runs, Hesse's highest climbing forest and many more attractions for the whole family. Afterwards the route continues to the peaks Lerchenkopf and Pferdekopf, before returning to the starting point in Abtsroda.
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest lake trail in Poppenhausen?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest lake trail in Poppenhausen is Wasserkuppenrundweg. This trail is estimated to be 24.0 mi long.
Which lake trail has the most elevation gain in Poppenhausen?
Poppenhausen: With an ascent of 4,632 ft, Wasserkuppenrundweg has the most elevation gain of all of the lake trails in the area. The next highest ascent for lake trails is Poppenhausen Rundweg with 2,017 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult lake trail in Poppenhausen?
The most popular and difficult lake trail in Poppenhausen is Wasserkuppenrundweg with a 4.7-star rating from 6 reviews.