Best historic site trails in Höxter
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Explore the most popular historic site trails near Höxter 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 (8)·Moderate·6.1 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrDiverse hiking trail near Höxter in North Rhine-Westphalia On this route you can see many rare plant species in their habitat. These include liverworts, primroses and various forest orchids. Highlights of the route: - Bizarre tree shapes - Magnificent wide views of the Weser Valley and the forests of the Solling - UNESCO World Heritage Site Corvey Castle (only a few meters away!)
- 4.8 (9)·Moderate·6.9 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrPopular circular hike in the "Grundlose-Taubenborn" adventure area in Höxter, North Rhine-Westphalia. The crevices and scree fields of the steep slopes of the Weser offer numerous animal species an ideal hiding place. The crested newt also spends the winter here safely. Its spawning waters are in the Taubenborn and in the Grundlose. These are numerous small bodies of water that lie south of Hexter. This circular hiking trail leads through the outskirts of this protected area, which is home...
- 4.5 (5)·Moderate·4.9 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrThis route starts at the car park east of Brenkhausen near Höxter-Holzminden Airport. The path leads directly into the Räuschenberg nature reserve, from which the path also got its name. The path circles the airfield and then leads into the forest. It makes a loop through the forest and then leads back to the starting point.
- 3.6 (3)·Easy·1.4 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrInteresting hiking excursion in Höxter, North Rhine-Westphalia. This tour takes you to the beautiful Teutoburg Forest Nature Park and the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Corvey Castle. The enchanting property was created as a monastery during the times of Benedictine religious life and is 1200 years old. All buildings are still excellently preserved. In the midst of vines, meadows and the ducal garden, the complex rises majestically over the adjacent Weser. The outside area is also...
- 4.1 (4)·Hard·42.5 mi·Est. 16.5–18 hrStage 2 of the long-distance cycle route "Weserradweg", Lower Saxony. This is the second stage of the Weser cycle path, which is one of the most popular river cycle paths in Germany. This 68 km long section starts in Höxter and the tour ends in Hameln, the Pied Piper City on the Weser. Highlights of the tour: - Höxter - The Pied Piper City of Hameln - Views of the Weser
- 5.0 (2)·Easy·2.3 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrRelaxed loop trail in the Teutoburg Forest Nature Park/Eggegebirge, North Rhine-Westphalia. This very leisurely route enchants with great views. The car can be parked at the Michaelskapelle. The trails are very level and should therefore not pose any major problems for children. Highlights of the hike: - Heiligenberg - idyllic country lanes - St. Michael's Chapel
- 2.0 (1)·Moderate·42.2 mi·Est. 17.5–19 hrStage 7 of D-Route 9 (Weser - Romantic Road). The seventh stage of D-Route 9 leads from Höxter via Bad Karlshafen and Bodenfelde to the stage destination Hann. Münden. In addition to the Weser river landscape, this section also has several elevations and thus provides varied panoramas. Highlights: - Höxter: historic town hall, Nikolaikirche, former Corvey Benedictine abbey - Godelheimer See - Baroque town and saltwater spa Bad Karlshafen - Thorengrund nature reserve near Bursfelde
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest historic site trail in Höxter?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest historic site trail in Höxter is Weser cycle path stage 2: Höxter - Hameln. This trail is estimated to be 42.5 mi long.
Which historic site trail has the most elevation gain in Höxter?
Höxter: With an ascent of 4,816 ft, Weser - Romantische Straße (D-Route 9) Etappe 7: Höxter - Hann. Münden has the most elevation gain of all of the historic site trails in the area. The next highest ascent for historic site trails is Rund um Höxter with 4,517 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult historic site trail in Höxter?
The most popular and difficult historic site trail in Höxter is Weser cycle path stage 2: Höxter - Hameln with a 4.1-star rating from 4 reviews.