Best backpacking trails in Vogelsberg Volcanic Region Nature Park

A varied section of the route in the Vogelsberg natural region, Hesse The first section of the Vulkanring Vogelsberg loop starts in historic Laubach (it is worthwhile to linger a while here and get to know the historic city a little better) and lead over springy beech forest paths and along picturesque stream valleys. The climb to the village of Stornfels is a little steeper, but when you get there you can relax in an inn. Highlights: - Half-timbered houses in Laubach - Laubach Castle -...

Idyllic stretch of route in the Vogelsberg natural region, Hesse The sixth and last stage of the Vulkanring Vogelsberg hiking trail leads from Ulrichstein back to the starting point in Laubach. You hike through rushing deciduous forests, along babbling brooks and over open meadow landscapes. . You have a special view from the Schlossberg in Ulrichstein, here you can also visit the botanical exhibition complex. In Laubach you should take another look at the castle with its beautiful park and...

A scenic section of the route in the Vogelsberg natural region, Hesse Stage 5 of the Vulkanring Vogelsberg hiking trail is the most demanding of the six sections and combines fascinating cultural sights with unforgettable natural moments. You get to the Totenköppel near Meiches, a former cult site of the Chatti and past the beautiful Schalksbach ponds from the 19th century, which are home to dragonflies, great crested grebes and rare aquatic plants. It goes over meadows and fields and you...

Natural section of the route in the Vogelsberg natural region, Hesse On the third stage of the Vulkanring Vogelsberg loop, you walk across idyllic meadows and pastures that alternate with shady forests. Since you don't wander through many villages, you should take enough provisions with you for a small picnic (in Herchenhain there are refreshments again). Every now and then there are climbs to conquer. Highlights: - Old castle - Völzberger head

A scenic section of the route in the Vogelsberg natural region, Hesse The second stage of the Vogelsberg volcano ring begins in Eichelsdorf. On the way you can enjoy the wonderful views of the Niddatal and up to the Hoherodskopf. You hike through picturesque heather, meadow and floodplain landscapes to Burkhards, where you can stop for refreshments. Highlights: - Gederner See - Gedener Castle and Park close to the route

Long-distance hiking trail rich in nature and culture in the Vogelsberg natural region, Hesse This great circular hiking trail is entirely dedicated to Germany's only shield volcano - the Vogelsberg. Basalt is everywhere, so solidified lava from former eruptions. The route has a few more demanding climbs on the Stornfels, the "Old Castle" and on the Schlossberg in Ulrichstein. It goes over earthy forest and meadow paths; in the vicinity of the villages also on gravel forest roads. You should...

Culturally rich long-distance hiking trail in the Vogelsberg natural region in Upper Hesse The Residenzenring connects the Laubach, Grünberg, Lich and Hungen residences in the north-west of Vogelsberg. There are correspondingly numerous historical sights to discover along the way: castles, monasteries, half-timbered houses, medieval old towns and churches await hikers as well as the beautiful Upper Hessian landscape. The waymark is a red crown on a yellow background. The direction of travel...

Stage 2 of the volcano cycle path. The second section of the volcano cycle path leads from the climatic health resort of Herbstein through Lauterbach to the romantic castle town of Schlitz, where the long-distance cycle path also comes to an end. The paths are pleasant to drive on this part with many sections that are flat or downhill. Highlights: - climatic health resort Herbstein: thermal springs, Herbsteiner vault, "Felsentour Herbstein" - Lauterbach: anchor tower with anchor staircase,...

A varied section of the route in the Vogelsberg natural region, Hesse The fourth stage of the circular hiking trail Vulkanring Vogelsberg leads through impressive landscapes in which you can forget everything around. It goes along impressive rock galleries, legendary basalt formations, babbling mountain streams and through an avenue of huge linden trees. There are refreshment stops in Ilbeshausen and Herbstein. Highlights: - Rothenbachteich near the route - "Teufelskanzel" and...