Best trails near Ruckenbornkopf
4.4(30 reviews)
Want to check out Ruckenbornkopf from the trail? Good news: 2 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 2 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Ruckenbornkopf are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
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- 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...
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike near Ruckenbornkopf?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Ruckenbornkopf is Dicker Kopf-Route, which has a 4.2 star rating from 21 reviews. This trail is 6.2 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,148 ft.
What is the longest trail near Ruckenbornkopf?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Ruckenbornkopf is Hochspeicherbecken Eder. This trail is estimated to be 10.6 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Ruckenbornkopf?
Ruckenbornkopf: With an ascent of 1,604 ft, Hochspeicherbecken Eder has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Dicker Kopf-Route with 1,148 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Ruckenbornkopf?
The most popular and difficult trail near Ruckenbornkopf is Hochspeicherbecken Eder with a 4.5-star rating from 9 reviews.
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