Best backpacking trails in Vöhl
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Explore the most popular backpacking trails near Vöhl 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 (8)·Moderate·6.9 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrSection of the Urwaldsteig, Hesse This section is about the Ochsenbühl and on the banks of the Edersee towards Herzhausen. There are many water birds to watch. On a hillside path you finally reach the destination of this fourth stage, Asel. There are places to stop for a break. Highlights: - "Ederufer bei Herzhausen" nature reserve - "Ederfeld" - muddy bottom of the lake when the water recedes - Block rubble with historical trees
- 4.7 (2)·Moderate·7.3 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrPopular long-distance stage on Edersee, Hesse This is the 5th stage of the popular "Urwaldsteig" long-distance hiking trail, which runs around the Edersee for a total of 68 km. The fifth stage starts in Asel and leads to Scheid. On this section you need a little surefootedness - in between it goes on narrow and sometimes stony paths over heaps of rubble and through ancient forests. The route is marked with the Elsbeerenblatt and follows the "Knorreichenstieg". You can enjoy great views of...
- 4.7 (4)·Moderate·9.6 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrStage 3 of the Urwaldsteig, Hesse This section goes through the wild and romantic Wieslohgraben to the Edersee and a piece along its shore. The hike ends in Kirchlothheim, where you can spend the night or take the bus to the next larger town. Highlights of the hike: - Five lakes view - Banfe Bay
- 5.0 (1)·Moderate·9.3 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrStage 4 of the "Kellerwaldsteig" long-distance hiking trail, Hesse. The Kellerwaldsteig Quality Trail is a 160 km loop in the Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park. The fourth stage of the varied long-distance hiking trail begins in Basdorf and ends in the town of Waldeck. You walk almost continuously through the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park. If beautiful forest paths and great views of the Edersee are not enough, you can experience some action at the Edersee summer toboggan run and the...
- 4.0 (1)·Moderate·5.2 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrStage 3 of the "Kellerwaldsteig" long-distance hiking trail, Hesse. In an almost 160 km long loop, the Kellerwaldsteig runs through the Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park. This is the third stage of the long-distance hiking trail certified as a quality trail by the German Hiking Association. From Herzhausen you hike along the banks of the Edersee for a while before you leave the water and walk on quiet forest paths through the Kellerwald to Basdorf. At a good eight kilometers, the third stage of...
- 3.0 (2)·Moderate·6.6 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrStage 2 of the "Kellerwaldsteig" long-distance hiking trail, Hesse. This is the second stage of the Kellerwaldsteig, which, as a certified quality trail, leads in an almost 160 km long loop through the Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park. The route, which is classified as easy, runs from Oberorke to Herzhausen, located directly on the Eder. On the approximately 10 km long route you get a lot from idyllic forest and meadow paths to historic barrows. There are places to stay overnight and...
- Hard·13.2 mi·Est. 6.5–7 hrA scenic stretch of road on the Edersee, Hesse The eighth stage of the Ederhöhenweg begins in Bringhausen and leads over the forests of the Daudenberg and Ochsenwurzelkopf to Edersee. From there it goes to the stage destination Bergheim. Highlights: - Viewing platform at the large pool - Edersee wildlife park - barrier wall - Bergheim Castle
- Hard·10.6 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrPanoramic stretch of road on the Edersee, Hesse You have a particularly beautiful view of the Edertal from Hagenstein over a cliff, here you can also take a break. If you want, you can take the ferry in Asel-Süd. Otherwise it goes from there on the lake to Bringhausen. There are refreshment stops along the way. Highlights: - A deep view of the Edertal - Views to the Edersee
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest backpacking trail in Vöhl?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest backpacking trail in Vöhl is Ederhöhenweg Stage 8: Bringhausen - Bergheim. This trail is estimated to be 13.2 mi long.
Which backpacking trail has the most elevation gain in Vöhl?
Vöhl: With an ascent of 2,024 ft, Ederhöhenweg Stage 8: Bringhausen - Bergheim has the most elevation gain of all of the backpacking trails in the area. The next highest ascent for backpacking trails is Kellerwaldsteig Stage 4: Basdorf - Waldeck with 1,893 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult backpacking trail in Vöhl?
The most popular and difficult backpacking trail in Vöhl is Ederhöhenweg Stage 8: Bringhausen - Bergheim with a 0.0-star rating from 0 reviews.