Best trails near Ulster Quelle
4.1(40 reviews)
Want to check out Ulster Quelle from the trail? Good news: 6 trails will get you there, including hiking 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 6 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Ulster Quelle are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.1 (19)·Hard·11.4 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hrClose-to-nature premium hiking trail in the Hessian Rhön Nature Park, Hesse. This extra tour, characterized by a lot of peace and seclusion, has its starting point at the Moordorf parking lot. From there, the tour leads once through the Rotes Moor nature reserve, which is part of the Rhön UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, on well-signposted boardwalks and paths. The tour is marked with a red "R" on a white background. The entire tour around the largest raised bog in Hesse shines with solitude and...
- 4.1 (5)·Hard·34.2 mi·Est. 16.5–18.5 hrPopular mountain bike tour in the Bavarian Rhön Nature Park This demanding MTB tour leads to four peaks of the Rhön. A good level of fitness is required as there are many climbs to be mastered. There are rest and refreshment opportunities. Highlights of the tour: - Sky Dunk Mountain - Kreuzberg - Heidelstein - Wasserkuppe - Red Moor
- 4.3 (13)·Moderate·5.3 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular loop trail in the Bavarian Rhoen Nature Park, Bavaria. This hike in the Langen Rhoen leads to the Heidelstein, which is visible from afar thanks to its transmitter mast. The source of the Ulster is located on the north-western slope of the almost 1,000 m high summit. Highlights of the hike: - Heidelstein - Kesselrain nature reserve - beautiful views over the Bavarian Rhoen
- 5.0 (2)·Hard·31.6 mi·Est. 16–17.5 hrStarting in the air cure resort of Wüstensachsen, the Buchoniarundweg explores the core of the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve Rhön. The route is marked by a black "B" logo and is best split into two or three daily stages, with regional inns and guesthouses providing overnight stops along the way. Walking across the open plateau of the Lange Rhön, hikers encounter natural highlights like the Schafstein basalt boulder field, the quiet boardwalks of the Schwarzes Moor, and the cascading Eisgraben...
- 3.0 (1)·Moderate·28.9 mi·Est. 14–15 hrA varied mountain bike tour in the Hessian Rhoen Nature Park, Hesse. This tour can be easily reached by bus or train; the starting point of the route is directly at the Gersfeld train station. The route initially runs north via Oberhausen. On the way back you ride close to the Bavarian border. Highlights of the tour: - Moor lake in the Red Moor nature reserve - Wickerser hats - Baroque Gersfeld Castle
- Hard·27 mi·Est. 12.5–13.5 hrVaried mountain bike tour in the Hessian Rhön Nature Park. The tour starts in Hilders and leads up quite steeply to Frankenheim/Rhön. Accompanied by beautiful views, the route leads to the Stirnberg and up to the Heidelstein, where the Ulster also has its source. The route then follows this downhill and through charming villages back to the starting point. Highlights of the route: - Ulster - Heidelstein - Relics of the former German-German borders
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike near Ulster Quelle?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Ulster Quelle is Rotes Moor, which has a 4.1 star rating from 19 reviews. This trail is 11.4 mi long with an elevation gain of 2,050 ft.
What is the longest trail near Ulster Quelle?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Ulster Quelle is Die Vier-Gipfel-Tour. This trail is estimated to be 34.2 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Ulster Quelle?
Ulster Quelle: With an ascent of 6,305 ft, Die Vier-Gipfel-Tour has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Buchonia Loop from Wüstensachsen (Rhön) with 6,246 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Ulster Quelle?
The most popular and difficult trail near Ulster Quelle is Rotes Moor with a 4.1-star rating from 19 reviews.
