Best easy trails in Kellerwald-Edersee National Park
The Kellerwald-Edersee National Park is located in the district of Waldeck-Frankenberg in northern Hesse. It is part of the Kellerwald forest and its beech forests have been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2011.
The 5,738 hectares of ancient beech forests here are preserved and protected. They invite you to take idyllic walks and exciting hikes, which can lead to many a hilltop. The national park is the heart of the green north of Hesse.
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- 4.3 (14)·Easy·2.4 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrPopular loop in the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park, Hesse. As the official hiking trail of the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park, the Blossenberg route is well signposted (symbol: Pfingstnelke). Despite the short distance, sturdy shoes are highly recommended. An old oak forest, rare plants, the Banfeteich, near-natural hiking trails and of course the Edersee make the hearts of all nature lovers beat faster. Highlights of the hike: - Warzenbeisser Art Path - old oak forest - Banfe bay of...
- 4.8 (10)·Easy·4.4 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrSection of the Urwaldsteig, Hesse It starts in Waldeck - a visit to the castle is definitely worth it. From the Elsterberg you have great views of the landscape around the Edersee and it goes through a fairytale forest with cripple trees and lots of mosses. Highlights: - Waldeck Castle - Steep slopes on the Edersee
- 4.8 (10)·Easy·2.2 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrShort historical hike in Frankenau, Hesse. The starting point is at the "Euler" national park entrance car park, where there is also a bus stop. Follow the Quernstkapelle hiking symbol on the Quernstweg. On the Quernstpfad it then goes back to the starting point. Highlights of the tour: - Customizable round - Shady forest paths - Charcoal kiln - Quernsthorst church with ruins
- 1.0 (1)·Easy·3.6 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrHegekopf Route On top of the Peterskopf Starting point: National park parking area “Peterskopf” near Hemfurth Length: 5.7 km Short description: The symbol of the wild boar leads along the Peterskopf just above the Affolderner See. Sturdy shoes and sure footedness are recommended. Those who want it more comfortable can walk to the e.on information centre, take the funicular railway to the Peterskopf and walks back on the asphalt road.
Visitor info
Visitors can find a wealth of information at the Kellerwald National Park Center. Here, a building with striking architecture, unusual exhibits and a unique 4D cinema experience awaits. There are also artistic displays and interesting exhibits that provide an insight into the wilderness of the Kellerwald. The visitor center is open from November to March from 10 am to 4:30 pm (Tuesday to Sunday) and from April to October from 10 am to 6 pm (daily).
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