Calden, a small community in the district of Kassel in Germany, offers hiking enthusiasts numerous opportunities to explore the picturesque landscape and nature. Calden's geographical location is particularly attractive: nestled between the foothills of the Reinhardswald in the north and the Habichtswald in the south, a wide variety of hiking opportunities open up here.
Maps and trails
The 10 most beautiful hikes in Calden
Hiking Trail
· Kassel Land
From Kassel Herkules to Fürstenwald
recommended route
Difficulty
T1
easy
13.2 km
3:30 h
277 m
505 m
A hike from Kassel's landmark over the Hoher Dörnberg, which can be climbed on a wonderfully laid path, with a descent to the train.
Hiking Trail
· Kassel Land
Märchenlandweg (side path) stage 27: Calden (Schloss Wilhelmsthal) - Ahnatal
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
Stage 5
11.2 km
3:00 h
178 m
90 m
A hike where, if done at the right time, you can take a jump into the beautifully located Bühl bathing lake.
Hiking Trail
· Kassel Land
Märchenlandweg (side route) stage 23: Grebenstein - Calden (Schloss Wilhelmsthal)
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
Stage 4
14.2 km
3:40 h
179 m
81 m
An unspectacular medium-length hike offering a few nice views.
Hiking Trail
· Kassel Land
Extratour Habichtswaldsteig H1 “Around the Fairy’s Mountain”
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
10 km
4:00 h
243 m
243 m
34479 Breuna-Oberlistingen (district Kassel)
Start/finish:
Igelsbettweg, 34479 Breuna-Oberlistingen
Free parking at Oberlistingen barbecue hut
Start time: 11.10.2015 at 10:20 a.m.
Total duration: 4 hours
Hiking Trail
· Kassel Land
From Weimar over the Hoher Dörnberg to Fürstenwald
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
11.9 km
3:30 h
376 m
337 m
A very beautiful hike with good views in all directions.
Hiking Trail
· Breuna
Habichtswaldsteig Extra route H 1 (gUZS) - Around the Berg der Fee
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
9.7 km
2:43 h
186 m
186 m
At first glance, an inconspicuous route, but it has its beauties.
Hiking Trail
· Kassel District
Kassel-Steig counterclockwise: W 2 from Mönchehof to Weimar
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
Stage 11
13.5 km
3:30 h
265 m
240 m
An easy route with beautiful views, only slight ascents. (Revision: 11.11.2020)
Hiking Trail
· Kassel Land
Habichtswaldsteig extra route H 1 - Around the Fairy's Mountain
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
10 km
2:42 h
246 m
246 m
A legend tells of a farmer who resisted the tempting calls of a fairy. The route can be a journey into the world of pleasure, the pleasure of hiking.
Hiking Trail
· Kassel Land
Tiergarten circular route and Schloß Wilhelmsthal
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
13.5 km
3:27 h
133 m
133 m
A beautiful summer hike along the old Lindenallee to Schloß Wilhelmsthal. From the castle park up to the northernmost foothills of the Habichtswald and further through the Tiergarten forest to near the town boundary of Fürstenwald. Returning over narrow forest paths to the starting point.
Start / Finish:
Hiking parking lot at the Tiergarten
Route / Sights:
Schloß Wilhelmsthal
Wartturm
Brandteich (fire pond)
Pond in the castle park
Vorderstes Caldener Holz forest area
Hundestall forest area
Hegerholz forest area
Stone chamber grave Calden
Forest nature trail
Thielenbusch forest area
Lerchenbreite forest area
Manteleichen (mantle oaks)
Juniper-covered calcareous dry grassland
200-year-old pollarded beeches
Hiking Trail
· Kassel Land
Walk in November - Around Stahlberg and Staufenberg
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
5.3 km
1:25 h
96 m
96 m
A beautiful and scenic circular hiking route between Espenau and Ahnatal around Staufen-Berg and Stahl-Berg. A hike through varied mixed forest areas with many old beech trees and geological highlights.
The tourist attractions along the hiking trails are particularly worth seeing. An absolute highlight is Wilhelmsthal Castle with its magnificent baroque garden. Here you can not only take a walk through the well-tended gardens, but also visit the impressive palace building.
Another worthwhile destination for hiking in Calden is the Sababurg Zoo. The park is home to various native animal species and offers a petting zoo as well as a spacious outdoor enclosure for deer and wild boars. Children in particular will be thrilled by this destination.
The best seasons for hiking in Calden are spring and autumn. In spring, nature awakens to new life and shows itself in its full flowering splendour. In autumn, on the other hand, the leaves turn colourful and give the landscape an enchanting flair.
There are various places in Calden where you can go for wonderful hikes. One popular route, for example, leads from Wilhelmsthal Castle over gentle hills to the idyllic district of Westuffeln. Along the way, you pass picturesque meadows and fields that invite you to take long breaks.
Another beautiful hiking tour leads along the Habichtswaldsteig. This long-distance hiking trail stretches over several stages through the entire Habichtswald and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. The Habichtswaldsteig is also well suited for families with children, as it offers varied sections.
All in all, the hikes in Calden offer an ideal opportunity to get to know the nature and sights of the region. Whether in spring or autumn, alone or with the family - everyone will find their own personal favourite route here. So lace up your hiking boots and explore the fascinating surroundings of Calden!
Another worthwhile destination for hiking in Calden is the Sababurg Zoo. The park is home to various native animal species and offers a petting zoo as well as a spacious outdoor enclosure for deer and wild boars. Children in particular will be thrilled by this destination.
The best seasons for hiking in Calden are spring and autumn. In spring, nature awakens to new life and shows itself in its full flowering splendour. In autumn, on the other hand, the leaves turn colourful and give the landscape an enchanting flair.
There are various places in Calden where you can go for wonderful hikes. One popular route, for example, leads from Wilhelmsthal Castle over gentle hills to the idyllic district of Westuffeln. Along the way, you pass picturesque meadows and fields that invite you to take long breaks.
Another beautiful hiking tour leads along the Habichtswaldsteig. This long-distance hiking trail stretches over several stages through the entire Habichtswald and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. The Habichtswaldsteig is also well suited for families with children, as it offers varied sections.
All in all, the hikes in Calden offer an ideal opportunity to get to know the nature and sights of the region. Whether in spring or autumn, alone or with the family - everyone will find their own personal favourite route here. So lace up your hiking boots and explore the fascinating surroundings of Calden!
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