Best trails near Oberbecken Waldeck II
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Want to check out Oberbecken Waldeck II from the trail? Good news: 7 trails will get you there, including hiking and camping trails. Plan your trip with hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Looking for a challenge? Choose from 7 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Oberbecken Waldeck II are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
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- 4.0 (19)·Moderate·4.3 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular circular hiking trail in the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park, Hesse. The ox root route owes its name to the 542 m high ox root, around which this circular route runs. Other striking mountain ranges along the way are the small and large Hegekopf. In part, you hike on the popular Urwaldsteig or Urwaldpfad Edersee. The ox root route is marked with a red deer hiking symbol. Sturdy shoes and sure-footedness are recommended. Highlights of the hike: - Big Conservation Head - Oxroot head -...
- 4.2 (21)·Moderate·6.2 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular loop trail in the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park, Hesse. A nice tour around the Dicken Kopf and the Elmsberg. There is a nice hut at Tannendriesch. The hike is marked with a beech leaf throughout. Highlights of the hike: - Dicker Kopf ("Big head") - Elmsberg - Upper basin Waldeck II - romantic Heimbachtal
- 4.5 (9)·Hard·10.6 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrPopular loop in the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park, Hesse. This hike is quite strenuous due to its length and the several hundred meters of altitude that have to be overcome. The start is in Bringhausen. The route circles the Bloßenberg, the Daudenberg and leads to the Waldeck upper reservoir. From there, the route leads through the forest back to the starting point. A little way along the smaller Waldeck I upper reservoir is the "Zum Waldbölker" snack bar, which is open between Easter...
- 5.0 (3)·Moderate·6.3 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrSection of the Urwaldsteig, Hesse The second section starts at the parking lots on Kraftwerkstraße Hemfurt. It goes up to the Großer Hegekopf, this climb is quite demanding. If you want to avoid it, you can take the cable car to the Peterskopf and then follow the signs back to the Urwaldsteig. Highlights: - White stone - Refuge at Sauermilchplatz
- 4.2 (7)·Moderate·5.8 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular loop trail in the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park, Hesse. The Heimbach route in the Waldecker Land owes its name to the picturesque Heimbach, which accompanies you to the Peterskopf. The walking time is about 4 hours, but it is advisable to bring a little more time with you in order to be able to take a proper break on the Peterskopf (great views over the national park). Highlights of the hike: - Peterskopf with reservoir - romantic Heimbachtal - great views
- 4.0 (1)·Moderate·37.6 mi·Est. 18–19.5 hrPromising mountain bike tour in the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park, Hesse. This moderately difficult MTB route in the UNESCO World Heritage Site, which takes about 5.5 hours, is best tackled with a full suspension bike but can also be easily managed with a hardtail. In summer, swimming is possible in the deep blue Edersee. In many places, the route follows the jungle trail; it is essential to be considerate of hikers here. Highlights of the route: - great views - Lake Eder - varied trails
- Hard·13.2 mi·Est. 6.5–7 hrA scenic stretch of road on the Edersee, Hesse The eighth stage of the Ederhöhenweg begins in Bringhausen and leads over the forests of the Daudenberg and Ochsenwurzelkopf to Edersee. From there it goes to the stage destination Bergheim. Highlights: - Viewing platform at the large pool - Edersee wildlife park - barrier wall - Bergheim Castle
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Oberbecken Waldeck II?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Oberbecken Waldeck II. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 6 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Oberbecken Waldeck II?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Oberbecken Waldeck II is Ochsenwurzelskopf Route, which has a 4.0 star rating from 19 reviews. This trail is 4.3 mi long with an elevation gain of 859 ft.
What is the longest trail near Oberbecken Waldeck II?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Oberbecken Waldeck II is Edersee Loop (MTB). This trail is estimated to be 37.6 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Oberbecken Waldeck II?
Oberbecken Waldeck II: 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 Ederhöhenweg Stage 8: Bringhausen - Bergheim with 2,024 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Oberbecken Waldeck II?
The most popular and difficult trail near Oberbecken Waldeck II is Hochspeicherbecken Eder with a 4.5-star rating from 9 reviews.
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