Best partially-paved 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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- 4.4 (24)·Moderate·7.8 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrPopular loop in the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park, Hesse. This varied loop starts on the east bank of the Eder (when arriving by bus or train: stop at the Sperrmauer Ostseite stop). From here, it goes through beautiful fields, meadows, quiet forest passages, and smaller villages once around the Affolderner See. A relatively short part goes along the main road. There are places to stop for refreshments. Attention: In several places, the way is through e.g., fallen trees blocked, which can...
- 4.3 (26)·Moderate·9 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrPopular loop in the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park, Hesse. A very beautiful hike, a large part of which follows the Kellerwaldsteig and Urwaldsteig trails. In addition to great nature, there are also cultural and historical attractions such as Waldeck Castle. There are places to stop for refreshments on the banks of the Eder. The starting point is right next to Waldeck Castle. Parking is available here. Highlights of the hike: - Eder - Waldeck Castle - Church in the lake
- 4.5 (27)·Moderate·31.6 mi·Est. 13.5–15 hrPopular bike tour in the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park, Hesse. This cycle path is located in the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park and starts in Waldeck. A particularly beautiful tour around the Edersee, which often runs on forest paths. A lunch break can be taken in Herzhausen about halfway along the route. You pass many campsites, so that the route can also be completed in several shorter daily stages. Highlights of the route: - Views of the Edersee - Waldeck - Edersee shore near...
- 4.4 (13)·Moderate·5 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrThe path begins in Nieder Werbe. The entrance to the Kellerwald is signposted behind the Nieder Werber See. There the path goes uphill for a while. From above you have a wonderful view of the Edersee. There is a lovingly designed refuge on the way. Past slopes with rustic old beeches and a view of the lake, the route continues over a knoll and over somewhat steeper slopes back to Nieder Werbe.
- 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
- 4.3 (6)·Hard·25 mi·Est. 11–12.5 hrPopular bike tour in the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park, Hesse. From Rehbach (or any other place along the way) you cycle once around the Edersee. The tour can be completed in one day or in several shorter daily stages. There are numerous campsites and other accommodation options on the shores of the lake. Highlights of the bike tour: - Views of the Edersee - Edersee wildlife park - Huenselburg nature reserve - Detour to Waldeck Castle (optional)
- 4.2 (13)·Hard·42.8 mi·Est. 21–23 hrPanoramic long-distance hiking trail in the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park, Hesse. The Urwaldsteig Edersee could not have a more appropriate name: The route leads through real primeval forest - one of the last in Europe. The hikers are offered a pleasant mixture of wild nature and a little luxury; There are several places to stop for refreshments and accommodation along the route. If you want to take home a souvenir of the hike on the Urwaldsteig, you can get a hiking pass and have it...
- 4.0 (1)·Hard·10.2 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrVaried and popular youth hiking trail near Edertal, Hesse. This varied circular hike starts at the Edersee dam. It goes straight uphill quite steeply and directly on the jungle path to Hemfurth. Numerous sights line the way, such as the Edersee Draisine, the Great House (the house is upside down), the E.on waterworks and the Edersee Wildlife Park. There is even a birds of prey show here. If you don't feel like visiting the wildlife park, you will find other attractions on the way, such as...
- 4.5 (3)·Moderate·18.3 mi·Est. 7.5–8.5 hrFrankenauer Flur experience: The region around Vöhl-Herzhausen, the Lorfetal as far as Frankenau can be explored over a distance of almost 28 kilometers. On the plateau of the Kellerwald you can explore colorful flower meadows, skimmed cheese and heather on a leisurely bike tour. About half of the route is gravel, the other half paved.
- 4.0 (1)·Moderate·7.5 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrStage 5 of the "Kellerwaldsteig" long-distance hiking trail, Hesse. The fifth stage of the certified quality trail Kellerwaldsteig begins in the picturesque climatic health resort of Waldeck. Waldeck Castle there is likely to be known to many hikers as one of the landmarks of the Edersee region. The almost 12 km long route leads mostly through the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park, past the banks of the Edersee and Affoldener See. There are places to stay overnight and restaurants in...
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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