Best backpacking trails in Reinhardswald Nature Park

This route follows stage 1 of the Weserbergland-Weg, connecting Hann. Münden with Veckerhagen on a forested first section. The hike starts at the Weserstein, leads up to the Tillyschanze, and dives deep into the Reinhardswald, one of Germany’s least populated areas. Through extensive wood-pastures, the destination of Veckerhagen is reached, known for its half-timbered houses and Habich's Castle; note the current diversion via the Pionierbrücke at the starting point. Overnight stays are...

This route follows stage 3 of the Weserbergland-Weg, connecting the Sleeping Beauty castle Sababurg with the Baroque town of Bad Karlshafen on a historic section. After visiting Sababurg and its adjacent primeval forest, the trail leads through the Reinhardswald forest via Gottsbüren toward Gieselwerder, the home of Snow White. Passing through the St. Georgengrund, the path eventually reaches the destination of Bad Karlshafen, known for its brine springs, historic town hall, and the Huguenot...

This route follows stage 2 of the Weserbergland-Weg, connecting Reinhardshagen-Veckerhagen with the legendary Sababurg on a fairy-tale section. The hike leaves the Weser Valley and ascends into the Reinhardswald, one of Hesse's largest contiguous forest areas, characterized by old beech forests and a unique silence. The destination is the famous Sababurg, also known as Sleeping Beauty's Castle, surrounded by ancient giant trees and the extensive Sababurg Wildlife Park. Overnight stays are...