Best forest trails in Kyffhauser Nature Park
Explore the most popular forest trails in Kyffhauser 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 (7)·Hard·22.1 mi·Est. 10.5–11.5 hrPopular long-distance hiking trail over the legendary mountain ridge in the Kyffhäuser Nature Park Numerous exciting sights are passed on this three-day themed hike in the Kyffhäuser Nature Park. A possible division of the route provides for the following three stages: Day 1: Bad Frankenhausen - Barbarossa Cave Day 2: Barbarossa Cave - Tilleda through the Kyffhäuser Forest Day 3: Tilleda - Bad Frankenhausen via meadow orchards and a rock garden
- 4.5 (6)·Moderate·6.5 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrVaried loop trail in the Kyffhaeuser Nature Park, Thuringia. From the Kebra reservoir through the fields to Badra, then along the forested Schlossberg back to the car park - varied landscapes over a moderate distance are the motto of this hike. Hikers who are interested in avifauna can also make a detour to the bird watching point on the south bank of the Kebra reservoir. In the area of the start and finish point, you walk along the district road for a short time. Highlights of the hike: -...
- Easy·3.8 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrThis route starts from the main street of Hamma. It leads south past the cemetery into the fields. Shortly afterwards it goes into the forest. The beginning of the hike makes a steady climb, but of course not too steep. A little more than half of the way you come to the picnic area on the Gartenberg. On the way back, the path leads along the Hammer Bach and past a coffee house.
- Hard·32.3 mi·Est. 13.5–15 hrDemanding circular route to the Kyffhäuser. This route leads deep into the legendary forests of the Kyffhäuser mountains and combines a sporting challenge with medieval history. Hikers should be prepared for a route classified as "difficult", mainly due to the steep, sustained ascent to the summit plateau, which is rewarded with a sweeping view over the Goldene Aue. The trail winds its way through dense mixed forests and characteristic karst landscapes before reaching the iconic Kyffhäuser...
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Where is the best forest trail to hike in Kyffhauser Nature Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best forest trail to hike in Kyffhauser Nature Park is Kyffhäuserweg, which has a 4.6 star rating from 7 reviews. This trail is 22.1 mi long with an elevation gain of 3,907 ft.
What is the longest forest trail in Kyffhauser Nature Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Kyffhauser Nature Park is Rund um den Kyffhäuser. This trail is estimated to be 36.0 mi long.
How many forest trails are in Kyffhauser Nature Park?
There are 12 forest trails in Kyffhauser Nature Park.These forest trails have an average 3.9-star ratingfrom 23 AllTrails community reviews.
Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Kyffhauser Nature Park?
Rund um den Kyffhäuser has the most elevation gain for forest trails with 4,019 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Kyffhäuser Round, which has 4,012 ft of elevation gain.