Best forest trails in Hessisch Oldendorf

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Explore the most popular forest trails near Hessisch Oldendorf 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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#1 - Kreuzstein Route
4.6 (99)·Moderate·4.8 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hr
Varied hike through the Hohenstein nature reserve, Lower Saxony. On this hike from the Kreuzsteinquelle car park, you should keep your eyes open to discover the eponymous cross stones along the way. The nearby natour.NAH.zentrum is also worth a visit, as is a detour to the Schillat Cave - a show cave with stalactite formations worth seeing. Highlights of the hike: - Cliffs of the Hohenstein - stunning views - Green Altar - Devil's Pulpit
#2 - HO7 - Hohenstein Route
4.1 (30)·Moderate·9.2 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hr
Popular loop trail in the Weserbergland Nature Park, Lower Saxony. The loop trail HO7 in the Suentel inspires with great views of the Weserbergland and shady hiking trails through a mixed forest that is under strict protection. Highlights of the hike: - Green Altar - Devil's Pulpit - Hohenstein nature reserve - Views of the Weserbergland
#3 - Teufelskanzel - Totental
4.4 (19)·Moderate·7.7 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hr
Panoramic loop trail in the Weserbergland Nature Park, Lower Saxony. This hike leads in a large round through the Hohenstein nature reserve (dogs must stay on a leash and the paths must not be left). Up to Hohenstein it's short but very steep uphill. Highlights of the hike: - beautiful forest paths - Totental ("Dead Valley") - Teufelskanzel ("Devil's pulpit") - Views over the Weser Uplands
#4 - Schaumburg Castle and Paschenburg Castle from Rohdental
4.1 (12)·Moderate·9.3 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hr
Panoramic loop trail in the Weserbergland Nature Park, Lower Saxony. Several historical castles or castle stables can be found on this beautiful hike over the ridge of the Weser Mountains. There is also no lack of great views and nice places to stop for refreshements. Highlights of the hike: - beautiful views - Schaumburg Castle - Paschenburg - Osterburg - Nature reserve crest of the Weser Mountains
#5 - Im Höllenbachtal zu den Langenfelder Wasserfällen
4.3 (10)·Moderate·5 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hr
#6 - Teufelskanzel und Grüner Altar am Hohenstein
3.3 (8)·Moderate·6.7 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hr
Panoramic hiking trail in the Weserbergland. This route begins at the Baxmannbaude hiking car park. It leads to the striking rock and popular vantage point Teufelskanzel. From here you have a great view over the Weserbergland. Highlights of the hike: - Devil's Pulpit - Green Altar - Circumnavigation of the Hohenstein
#7 - HO12 - Süntelturm-Route
4.7 (5)·Moderate·5 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hr
#8 - Baumgartenweg and Schneegrundstrasse
4.6 (6)·Moderate·4.3 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hr
Popular hike in the Weserbergland Nature Park, Lower Saxony. A relaxed tour off the beaten path in the Hohenstein nature reserve. You walk around the Amelungsberg, the way back running parallel to the Hoellenbach. Highlights of the hike: - Hohenstein nature reserve - natural forest - Hoellenbach
#9 - HO5 - Langenfeld Route
3.7 (3)·Easy·2 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hr
Family-friendly loop trail in the Weserbergland Nature Park, Lower Saxony. This short and very relaxed loop trail offers a variety of hiking highlights. Easily walkable trails take you to the highest natural waterfall in Lower Saxony: the Great Langenfeld Waterfall. Another attraction is the natour.NAH.zentrum Schillat-Hoehle with attached Landfrauen café. If you want,you can visit Germany's northernmost stalactite cave on weekends, public holidays and Wednesdays as part of a guided tour...
#10 - Rohdetal - Frankenburg
4.8 (2)·Moderate·9.4 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the longest forest trail in Hessisch Oldendorf?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Hessisch Oldendorf is Süntel Loop. This trail is estimated to be 31.1 mi long.

Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Hessisch Oldendorf?

Hessisch Oldendorf: With an ascent of 3,159 ft, Süntel Loop has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is Rohdetal - Frankenburg with 1,748 ft of elevation gain.