Best trails near Schellenturm
4.2(21 reviews)
Want to check out Schellenturm from the trail? Good news: 7 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 7 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Schellenturm are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.4 (8)·Moderate·8.7 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrPopular loop trail near Bad Pyrmont, Lower Saxony. A great hike to the three Bad Pyrmont towers: Bismarck tower, Schellenturm and Spelunkenturm. After the hike, it is advisable to spend a little time in Bad Pyrmont and explore the Pyrmont Castle and the spa gardens. There are restaurants. Highlights of the hike: - Bad Pyrmonter Kurpark - several observation towers - idyllic forest paths
- 4.2 (9)·Moderate·6.5 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular loop near Bad Pyrmont, Lower Saxony. This route takes goes up the Pyrmonter Berg and the Schellenberg. The Schellen tower, built in 1824, is part of the ruins of Schell-Pyrmont Castle. From here, there is an excellent view over the "valley of the bubbling spring". Highlights of the hike: - Pyrmont Hill - Schellenburg castle with Schellenturm tower - great views over the Weserbergland
- 4.0 (1)·Hard·35.8 mi·Est. 16.5–18.5 hrA varied MTB tour in the Weserbergland Nature Park, Lower Saxony / North Rhine-Westphalia. Bad Pyrmont, Hagen and Luedge are along this route, as are some interesting cultural monuments and great viewpoints. After the tour, you can really enjoy yourself in the spa town of Bad Pyrmont with a meal or a visit to the thermal baths. Highlights of the tour: - Pyrmont sinkholes - Bismarck Tower - Bad Pyrmont spa gardens - Luedge local history museum - varied trails
- Moderate·8.7 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrThe scenic loop guides nature lovers around the historic spa town of Bad Pyrmont, connecting three prominent lookout towers across the surrounding hills. Leafy forest paths carry hikers past the Bismarckturm, the steel Spelunkenturm, and the historic Schellenturm, which stands on medieval castle ruins considered the birthplace of the town. Clearings along the wooded ridges offer broad views across the Emmer valley. Solid walking shoes are recommended for tackling unpaved forest trails and...
- Moderate·8.9 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrThis varied loop winds through the wooded Pyrmont hills and connects historic structures with the region’s geological features. Nature trails lead through sparse beech forests up to the Schellenturm, which was built on the ruins of a medieval castle, as well as to the steel Spelunkenturm. A highlight along the way is the Obere Erdfall, a massive sinkhole formed by the erosion of underground layers of salt and gypsum. Sturdy footwear makes it easier to walk on the unpaved forest trails and...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Schellenturm?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Schellenturm. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 6 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Schellenturm?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Schellenturm is Bad Pyrmonter Bismarckturm - Schellenturm - Spelunkenturm, which has a 4.4 star rating from 8 reviews. This trail is 8.7 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,610 ft.
What is the longest trail near Schellenturm?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Schellenturm is Bad Pyrmont Loop. This trail is estimated to be 35.8 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Schellenturm?
Schellenturm: With an ascent of 5,915 ft, Bad Pyrmont Loop has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Bad Pyrmonter Brunnenlauf (Marathon) with 4,045 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Schellenturm?
The most popular and difficult trail near Schellenturm is Bad Pyrmont Loop with a 4.0-star rating from 1 reviews.
