Best trails near Schrofenwand
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Want to check out Schrofenwand from the trail? Good news: 9 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 9 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Schrofenwand are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
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- 4.6 (100)·Moderate·4.8 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrVaried hike through the Hohenstein nature reserve, Lower Saxony. On this hike from the Kreuzsteinquelle car park, you should keep your eyes open to discover the eponymous cross stones along the way. The nearby natour.NAH.zentrum is also worth a visit, as is a detour to the Schillat Cave - a show cave with stalactite formations worth seeing. Highlights of the hike: - Cliffs of the Hohenstein - stunning views - Green Altar - Devil's Pulpit
- 4.0 (21)·Moderate·5 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrThe Hohenstein Loop Trail takes hikers through the Weserbergland Nature Park to the impressive limestone cliffs of the Hohenstein. The trail winds through ancient beech forests where rare plants such as wild garlic and rhododendrons grow. The cliffs have been a significant site for centuries and once served as a place of worship for the goddess Ostara among Germanic tribes. Visitors often enjoy the sweeping view from the plateau over the Weser Valley. The route offers a delightful blend of...
- 4.1 (30)·Moderate·9.2 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrPopular loop trail in the Weserbergland Nature Park, Lower Saxony. The loop trail HO7 in the Suentel inspires with great views of the Weserbergland and shady hiking trails through a mixed forest that is under strict protection. Highlights of the hike: - Green Altar - Devil's Pulpit - Hohenstein nature reserve - Views of the Weserbergland
- 4.4 (19)·Moderate·7.7 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrPanoramic loop trail in the Weserbergland Nature Park, Lower Saxony. This hike leads in a large round through the Hohenstein nature reserve (dogs must stay on a leash and the paths must not be left). Up to Hohenstein it's short but very steep uphill. Highlights of the hike: - beautiful forest paths - Totental ("Dead Valley") - Teufelskanzel ("Devil's pulpit") - Views over the Weser Uplands
- 4.1 (10)·Hard·12.6 mi·Est. 6.5–7 hrPanoramic loop in the Weserbergland, Lower Saxony. This beautiful loop begins in Welliehausen and leads through the Süntel to Hohenstein, past Hohenacken and Osterberg. From there great views over the Weserbergland can be enjoyed. The last section from the Süntel Tower is a quite steep descent and leads back to the "Waldgaststätte" at the Süntel Tower, which is a nice refreshment stop. Highlights of the hike: - Devil's Pulpit - Green altar - Baked mountain - Great views
- 3.3 (8)·Moderate·6.7 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPanoramic hiking trail in the Weserbergland. This route begins at the Baxmannbaude hiking car park. It leads to the striking rock and popular vantage point Teufelskanzel. From here you have a great view over the Weserbergland. Highlights of the hike: - Devil's Pulpit - Green Altar - Circumnavigation of the Hohenstein
- Hard·16.9 mi·Est. 8–9 hrThis route follows stage 11 of the Weserbergland-Weg, connecting Rohrsen (Hamelin) with Rohdental on the longest and most spectacular section of the entire trail. The hike leads through the forested Süntel hills up to the Hohe Egge and the Süntel Tower before reaching the Hohenstein Cliffs—a legendary viewpoint situated directly on striking rock formations. Passing the Baxmannbaude (open seasonally on weekends) and Lower Saxony's only natural waterfall, the path continues past the Schillat...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Schrofenwand?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Schrofenwand. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 9 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Schrofenwand?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Schrofenwand is Kreuzstein Route, which has a 4.6 star rating from 100 reviews. This trail is 4.8 mi long with an elevation gain of 849 ft.
What is the longest trail near Schrofenwand?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Schrofenwand is Welliehausen - Steinbergen. This trail is estimated to be 20.0 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Schrofenwand?
Schrofenwand: With an ascent of 3,093 ft, Welliehausen - Steinbergen has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Weserbergland-Weg Stage 11: Hameln - Rohdental with 3,064 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Schrofenwand?
The most popular and difficult trail near Schrofenwand is Welliehausen - Gruener Altar - Teufelskanzel Loop with a 4.1-star rating from 10 reviews.
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