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Best kid-friendly trails in Kellerwald-Edersee National Park

Best kid-friendly trails in Kellerwald-Edersee National Park

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Germany
#10 of 16 national parks

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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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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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best kid-friendly trail to hike in Kellerwald-Edersee National Park?

According to users from AllTrails.com, the best kid-friendly trail to hike in Kellerwald-Edersee National Park is Kahle-Hardt-Route (Knorreichenstieg), which has a 4.5 star rating from 37 reviews. This trail is 2.8 mi long with an elevation gain of 620 ft.

What is the longest kid-friendly trail in Kellerwald-Edersee National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest kid-friendly trail in Kellerwald-Edersee National Park is Dreiherrensteinroute. This trail is estimated to be 6.6 mi long.

How many kid-friendly trails are in Kellerwald-Edersee National Park?

There are 17 kid-friendly trails in Kellerwald-Edersee National Park.These kid-friendly trails have an average 4.3-star ratingfrom 181 AllTrails community reviews.

Which kid friendly trail has the most elevation gain in Kellerwald-Edersee National Park?

Dreiherrensteinroute has the most elevation gain for kid-friendly trails with 1,466 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Traddelkopf route, which has 1,125 ft of elevation gain.