Best forest trails in Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park
Explore the most popular forest trails in Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park 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 (46)·Moderate·4.9 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular loop in the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park, Hesse. This beautiful tour on the Edersee starts at the Trappenhardt car park and is doable for families with slightly older children. Due to the sometimes uneven paths, sturdy shoes are highly recommended. There are also steep climbs in some places. Most of the time, it goes through a wonderfully shady forest. Highlights of the hike: - Views of the Edersee - gnarly - Hünselburg nature reserve
- 4.5 (37)·Moderate·2.8 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrPopular loop in the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park, Hesse. Stony paths, primeval forest and Kellerwaldsteig trails, great views over Lake Edersee and a primeval forest with gnarled oak trees - there's never a dull moment on this short hike. Due to the short distance, the route is also suitable for children. Highlights of the hike: - family-friendly - Views of the Edersee - Kahle Hardt
- 4.4 (25)·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...
- 4.5 (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·6 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular loop trail in the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park, Hesse. Around the Edersee is one of the oldest primeval forests in Central Europe. The forest areas, known for their ancient oaks, are criss-crossed by popular hiking trails such as the Urwaldsteig long-distance trail and the Knorreichenstieg. The Lindenberg route is a great way to experience a shortened version of these two popular routes. You not only experience the picturesque forests and some beautiful views of the sparkling...
- 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...
- 4.2 (24)·Moderate·6.2 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular circular hike in the Kellerwald-Ebersee National Park, Hesse. This circular trail starts at the hiking parking lot above the national park center. The trail is well marked and very well developed. It goes through the Hardt and the Hundsbachgründe around the Ringelberg, with the route mostly leading through forest past streams and slopes. The way back is slightly uphill. The route mainly follows gravel paths. From time to time there are also great views of the protected area's sea of...
- 4.5 (11)·Moderate·9.4 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrPopular loop trail in the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park, Hesse. This hike takes you along the north bank of the Edersee. You walk across large parts of the Knorreichensteig, which owes its name to the gnarled oaks in the area, some of which are more than 800 years old. Highlights of the hike: - Edersee - Knorreichensteig - View from the Kahle Haardt
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Where is the best forest trail to hike in Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best forest trail to hike in Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park is Knorreichenstieg at Edersee, which has a 4.6 star rating from 46 reviews. This trail is 4.9 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,043 ft.
What is the longest forest trail in Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park is 3-Lakes Cycling Marathon 2020. This trail is estimated to be 130.6 mi long.
How many forest trails are in Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park?
There are 103 forest trails in Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park.These forest trails have an average 4.3-star ratingfrom 607 AllTrails community reviews.
Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park?
Kellerwaldsteig has the most elevation gain for forest trails with 15,597 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is 3-Lakes Cycling Marathon 2020, which has 13,933 ft of elevation gain.
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