Best forest trails in Vogelsberg Volcanic Region Nature Park

This historic loop guides visitors through the high forests of the Vogelsberg Nature Park near Schotten, exploring the oldest popular circuit on the Oberwald plateau. The route leads past the Taufstein peak toward the Geiselstein geotope, a volcanic basalt formation known as the "North Pole of the Vogelsberg" because its high iron content causes magnetic compass needles to point directly toward its summit. Passing the protected raised bog of the Breungeshainer Heide, the path reaches the...

Popular Vogelsberg extra tour, Hesse This route is a certified premium hiking trail. You climb several peaks across species-rich mountain meadows and through quiet forests. There is a spectacular panoramic view of the entire Vogelsberg from the summits of Billstein and Gackertstein. In good weather you can even see the Frankfurt skyline from here. There are refreshment stops and the trail can be reached by bus and train. Highlights of the hike: - species-rich mountain meadows - magnificent...

Popular premium hiking trail in the Vogelsberg Volcanic Region Nature Park, Hesse. The three lakes tour is not only part of the Vogelsberg extra tours, but is also a certified premium hiking trail. You hike along three idyllic lakes and through forests and fields. After the hike, you can stop at the Seeblick restaurant near the car park. Highlights of the hike: - Nieder-Mooser pond - Ober-Mooser pond - Rothenbach pond

Vogelberg extra tour This route is a certified premium hiking trail. The circular route leads over the meadows of the Vogelsberg, past picturesque lakes and historical boundary stones. There are also some beautiful rock formations to discover along the route, but the pretty views and the Vogelsberg village of Lanzenhain are more likely to be remembered.

Popular premium hiking trail in the Vogelsberg Volcanic Region Nature Park, Hesse. This route is a certified premium hiking trail that leads along a varied route through forests, fields and a classic Vogelsberg village. Nature trails lead to hidden rock formations and some beautiful viewpoints. Seclusion and nature in peace and quiet can be enjoyed on this route. Hikers travelling by bus or train should get off at the "Bürgerhaus" bus stop in Nidda-Eichelsdorf. Highlights of the hike: -...

Popular premium hike in the Vogelsberg Volcanic Region Nature Park, Hesse. This entertaining and family-friendly route is a certified premium hiking trail in the Hessian Vogelsberg. There are eight information points with QR codes where you can find out all sorts of interesting things about the region and the mountain meadows. You walk across an open landscape with hedges and short forest sections, small rock formations and streams. In addition, you have beautiful views in all...

This Vogelsberger extra tour is a certified premium hiking trail. As the name suggests, this tour captivates with its particularly charming panoramic views - at the beginning of the route, wonderful views open up far into the distance. At the end of the tour, the Ulrichstein castle ruins on the Schlossberg await an outstanding historical highlight.

This circular route is the longest of three possible circular routes.

Family-friendly walk in the Vogelsberg Volcanic Region Nature Park, Hesse. With the exception of the Nieder-Mooser-Teich, all bodies of water in the Mooser Seenplatte are used for fish farming. The Nieder-Mooser-See, however, is a popular local recreation area. The loop around the lake invites you to go for a leisurely Sunday walk, sporty Nordic walking or jogging. Highlights of the route: - Nieder-Mooser pond - well-developed hiking trails

Popular loop trail in the Vogelsberg Volcanic Region Nature Park, Hesse. The start and finish of the Ramsberg loop trail is the information board at the Laubach sports and culture hall in Laubach. There is a large parking lot here. Attention: The Ramsberg loop is not consistently marked. It is best to take a look at the route beforehand or to have a GPS-enabled navigation device with you. Highlights of the hike: - idyllic forest - natural paths - Ramsberg