Best moderate trails in Schotten

This historic loop guides visitors through the high forests of the Vogelsberg Nature Park near Schotten, exploring the oldest popular circuit on the Oberwald plateau. The route leads past the Taufstein peak toward the Geiselstein geotope, a volcanic basalt formation known as the "North Pole of the Vogelsberg" because its high iron content causes magnetic compass needles to point directly toward its summit. Passing the protected raised bog of the Breungeshainer Heide, the path reaches the...

Popular Vogelsberg extra tour, Hesse This route is a certified premium hiking trail. You climb several peaks across species-rich mountain meadows and through quiet forests. There is a spectacular panoramic view of the entire Vogelsberg from the summits of Billstein and Gackertstein. In good weather you can even see the Frankfurt skyline from here. There are refreshment stops and the trail can be reached by bus and train. Highlights of the hike: - species-rich mountain meadows - magnificent...

This circular route is the longest of three possible circular routes.

This route is a certified premium hiking trail. A varied tour through woods and meadows with many beautiful views. This tour leads through beautiful forest sections with impressive sequoia trees, over a basalt knoll and past the Niddastausee, from which the route takes its name. There are places to stop for a break; you can arrive by bus and train.

Relaxing circular hike from Wingerhausen, Hesse Wide green landscapes can be found around the communities of Wingerhausen and Eichelsachsen. It starts at the bus stop in Wingerhausen on easily walkable dirt roads with a view towards Eichelsachsen. From there it goes slightly uphill through beautiful field landscape to the "Schönen Stein" - a rest area with a very great view. The route ends back at the bus stop in Wingerhausen Highlights: - Rest area "Beautiful Stone" - wide field landscapes

The Hoherodskopf is an adventure mountain on which there is a lot to discover. There is a climbing forest, a summer toboggan run and also a treetop path. It is the only treetop path with suspension bridges in Europe and is suitable for the whole family (including small children). At a height of up to 15 meters you walk from tree top to tree top and get to know the forest from a completely different perspective.

Idyllic circular hiking trail in Schotten, Hesse. The hike begins at the car park near the Alteburg and takes you a bit through the small town and then back to the starting point on dirt roads via Götzen, Rudingshain and Michelbach. Highlights of the route: - Alteburg Scots - Nidda - Lime tree on the deep path - Scottish eyes

At the starting point there is an overview map of the trails and offers for nature-friendly mountain biking.