Best forest trails in Vöhl
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Explore the most popular forest 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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- 4.6 (48)·Moderate·4.9 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular loop in the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park, Hesse. This beautiful tour on the Edersee starts at the Trappenhardt car park and is doable for families with slightly older children. Due to the sometimes uneven paths, sturdy shoes are highly recommended. There are also steep climbs in some places. Most of the time, it goes through a wonderfully shady forest. Highlights of the hike: - Views of the Edersee - gnarly - Hünselburg nature reserve
- 4.4 (13)·Moderate·6 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular loop trail in the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park, Hesse. Around the Edersee is one of the oldest primeval forests in Central Europe. The forest areas, known for their ancient oaks, are criss-crossed by popular hiking trails such as the Urwaldsteig long-distance trail and the Knorreichenstieg. The Lindenberg route is a great way to experience a shortened version of these two popular routes. You not only experience the picturesque forests and some beautiful views of the sparkling...
- 4.2 (24)·Moderate·6.2 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular circular hike in the Kellerwald-Ebersee National Park, Hesse. This circular trail starts at the hiking parking lot above the national park center. The trail is well marked and very well developed. It goes through the Hardt and the Hundsbachgründe around the Ringelberg, with the route mostly leading through forest past streams and slopes. The way back is slightly uphill. The route mainly follows gravel paths. From time to time there are also great views of the protected area's sea of...
- 4.5 (16)·Moderate·3.9 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrFamily-friendly hiike in the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park, Hesse. A great route for a very relaxed hike, also with the whole family. You almost feel like you are in the wilderness on the Brueckengrundsteig. Highlights of the hike: - child-friendly - rustic oak and beech forests - "Loreley of the Edertal" - the plateau of the Himmelsbreite - Hagenstein
- 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...
- 4.5 (9)·Hard·10.6 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrPopular loop in the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park, Hesse. This hike is quite strenuous due to its length and the several hundred meters of altitude that have to be overcome. The start is in Bringhausen. The route circles the Bloßenberg, the Daudenberg and leads to the Waldeck upper reservoir. From there, the route leads through the forest back to the starting point. A little way along the smaller Waldeck I upper reservoir is the "Zum Waldbölker" snack bar, which is open between Easter...
- 4.2 (10)·Moderate·5.1 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrStart the route at the "Elsebach" national park car park near Schmittlotheim. The arnica flower leads up to the Fahrentriesch. You are accompanied at every step by the remains of heather, old trees of forest pastures and narrow paths as witnesses of historical agricultural land use. The old landscape on Fahrentriesch with its rare Nardus meadow is to be preserved in the long term.
- 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
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest forest trail in Vöhl?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Vöhl is Ederseeradweg ER2. This trail is estimated to be 18.3 mi long.
Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Vöhl?
Vöhl: With an ascent of 2,139 ft, Ederseeradweg ER2 has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is Ederhöhenweg Stage 8: Bringhausen - Bergheim with 2,024 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult forest trail in Vöhl?
The most popular and difficult forest trail in Vöhl is Von Basdorf zum Edersee with a 4.5-star rating from 10 reviews.