Best trails near Edersee
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Want to check out Edersee from the trail? Good news: 37 trails will get you there, including camping, hiking, and backpacking trails. Plan your trip with hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Explore Edersee from one of 5 easy hiking routes or discover kid-friendly routes for your next family trip. Looking for a challenge? Choose from 32 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Edersee are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.6 (42)·Moderate·2.7 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrPopular, refreshing hike in Edertal, Hesse. The starting point of this enchanting round is at the parking lot at Waldeck Castle (alternatively: barrier wall). Along the beautiful Edersee you come through a wonderful forest landscape. At the lake itself you have many options, such as boat rental, excursion boats or a water sports center. Highlights of the tour: - Lake Eder - In front of the corner path - Friedrich Meyer Hut - On the cliffs - Refreshments - Water sports - Interesting fauna
- 4.6 (48)·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
- 4.5 (36)·Moderate·7.4 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrVaried loop in the Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park, Hesse. Everywhere around the Edersee there is beautiful wild nature to be discovered. From Rehbach, the route leads along the shore and past the Edersee wildlife park. The hike also leads to the dam and some great viewpoints. Highlights of the hike: - Wildlife Park - Lake Eder - Dam of the Edersee
- 4.5 (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...
- 4.3 (26)·Moderate·9 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrPopular loop in the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park, Hesse. A very beautiful hike, a large part of which follows the Kellerwaldsteig and Urwaldsteig trails. In addition to great nature, there are also cultural and historical attractions such as Waldeck Castle. There are places to stop for refreshments on the banks of the Eder. The starting point is right next to Waldeck Castle. Parking is available here. Highlights of the hike: - Eder - Waldeck Castle - Church in the lake
- 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...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Edersee?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Edersee. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 26 hiking trails, 14 backpacking trails, 8 trail running trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Edersee?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Edersee is Kanzelroute, which has a 4.6 star rating from 42 reviews. This trail is 2.7 mi long with an elevation gain of 633 ft.
What is the longest trail near Edersee?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Edersee is Edersee Loop (MTB). This trail is estimated to be 37.6 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Edersee?
Edersee: With an ascent of 6,653 ft, Edersee Loop (MTB) has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Waldecker Weg (X21) with 5,016 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Edersee?
The most popular and difficult trail near Edersee is Von Basdorf zum Edersee with a 4.5-star rating from 10 reviews.
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- Uhrenkopf
- Auf den Klippen
- Edersee
- Mühlteich
- Michelskopf
- Sperrmauer Edertalsperre
- Kletterwald
- Alter Grundablassschieber der Edertalsperre
- Kanzel
- Bloßenberg
- Oberbecken Waldeck II
- Greifvogelshow
- Affolderner See (Unterbecken)
- Nietring alte Rohrbahn
- Trifthütte
- Fünfseenblick Edersee
- Kanu-Rastplatz Anraff
- Eder
- Hammerbergspitze
- Eschelberg