Edertal in the district of Waldeck-Frankenberg in Germany is a true paradise for hiking enthusiasts. The geographical location of the valley, which is crossed by the Eder river, offers a multitude of possibilities for varied and unforgettable hiking tours.
Maps and trails
The 10 most beautiful hikes in Edertal
Hiking Trail
· Edersee Region
24-Hour Hiking Adventure Edersee 2024 presented by 40 Years Wandermagazin (hiking marathon)
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
closed
42.6 km
12:00 h
926 m
926 m
42 km hiking marathon - Expedition into the realm of ancient beeches and oaks - Route hiking marathon (day stage) for the 24-hour hiking adventure Edersee 2024 (Sat., 14.09.2024)
Hiking Trail
· Edersee Region
24-Hour Hiking Adventure Edersee 2024 presented by 40 Years Wandermagazin (Extreme Hike)
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
closed
84.7 km
24:00 h
1,917 m
1,917 m
84 km extreme hike - expedition into the realm of ancient beeches and oaks - route extreme hike (ENTIRE) for the 24-Hour Hiking Adventure Edersee 2024 (Fri., 13.09.2024 & Sat., 14.09.2024)
Hiking Trail
· Edersee Region
Strieder Oak / Lindenberg Route - Hiking in National Park Kellerwald-Edersee
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
9.5 km
3:15 h
271 m
271 m
This circular hiking route is one of the 16 "Kellerwald Jewels" and offers a special hiking experience over 9.5 km around the Lindenbergspitze.
Hiking Trail
· Edersee Region
Traddelkopf-Locheichen route - hiking in the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
12.2 km
3:30 h
300 m
300 m
This circular hiking trail is one of the 16 "Kellerwald Jewels" and consists of two national park circular hiking trails. Over a distance of 12.2 km, you get a particularly deep insight into the extensive beech forests of the national park.
Hiking Trail
· Edersee Region
Spicke Circular Route 1 - Through deep forests to paradise
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
5.7 km
1:30 h
115 m
115 m
This circular hiking route is one of the 16 "Kellerwald Jewels," where you can experience forest tranquility and picturesque views. The 5.7 km long Spicke Circular Route 1 leads through the Kesselbach Valley with meadows, forest paths, and impressive views.
Hiking Trail
· Edersee Region
Urwaldsteig Edersee: Stage Hemfurth <-> Bringhausen
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
Stage 6
10.1 km
3:25 h
428 m
297 m
On this stage, the Urwaldsteig is hiked between Hemfurth and Bringhausen. The Peterskopf in the national park with its upper reservoir basins offers the widest view in the region!
Hiking Trail
· Edersee Region
Urwaldsteig Edersee: Stage Waldeck <-> Hemfurth
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
Stage 5
closed
6.7 km
2:10 h
146 m
308 m
On this stage, the Urwaldsteig is hiked between the town of Waldeck and Hemfurth. The "Waldecker Becken" is ever-present along this route running along the steep slopes. The views are simply magnificent!
Hiking Trail
· Edersee Region
Urwaldsteig Edersee: Stage Asel <-> Nieder-Werbe
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
Stage 3
15.8 km
5:20 h
538 m
545 m
On this stage, the Urwaldsteig is hiked between Asel and Nieder-Werbe. The highlight here is certainly the Lindenberg with one of the last primeval forests in Europe!
Hiking Trail
· Edersee Region
Urwaldsteig Edersee: Stage Bringhausen <-> Herzhausen
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
Stage 1
14.1 km
4:25 h
267 m
328 m
On this stage, the Urwaldsteig is hiked between Bringhausen and Herzhausen or Kirchlotheim. A major theme here is the exploration of the UNESCO World Natural Heritage in the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park.
Hiking Trail
· Edersee Region
Dreiherrenstein route - Hiking in the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
9.4 km
2:47 h
274 m
274 m
The circular hiking route is one of the 16 "Kellerwald Jewels" and leads over 9.4 km past old boundary stones and emerging wilderness.
One of the most beautiful hiking routes in Edertal leads along the Edersee lake. The lake stretches over a length of 27 kilometres and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. Visitors can take both short walks and extended day tours here. A particularly charming section is the lakeside path between Hemfurth-Edersee and Waldeck. This stretch impresses with its picturesque bays and idyllic vantage points.
Another highlight are the hikeable steep slopes around the village of Bringhausen on the northern shore of Lake Edersee. Here you can hike on narrow paths along the steep rock faces and enjoy spectacular panoramas.
A hike to the "Märchenland" nature monument is also particularly recommended. This area lies south of Affoldern and impresses with its bizarre sandstone formations, small waterfalls and enchanted-looking forests. Children in particular will be thrilled by this fairytale setting.
The best seasons for hiking in Edertal are spring, summer and autumn. In spring, nature is in full bloom, in summer the shady forest paths ensure pleasant temperatures and in autumn the landscape is transformed into a sea of colour.
The Eder cycle path is particularly suitable for families with children. It runs along the river Eder and is mostly asphalted, so it is also passable with prams or bicycles. There are numerous rest areas and playgrounds along the way where the little ones can let off steam.
All in all, Edertal offers a variety of wonderful walks for nature lovers of all ages. Whether along the Edersee lake, through the fairytale country or on the Eder cycle path - everyone will find their own personal favourite route here. So lace up your hiking boots and set off on a discovery tour through this fascinating region!
Another highlight are the hikeable steep slopes around the village of Bringhausen on the northern shore of Lake Edersee. Here you can hike on narrow paths along the steep rock faces and enjoy spectacular panoramas.
A hike to the "Märchenland" nature monument is also particularly recommended. This area lies south of Affoldern and impresses with its bizarre sandstone formations, small waterfalls and enchanted-looking forests. Children in particular will be thrilled by this fairytale setting.
The best seasons for hiking in Edertal are spring, summer and autumn. In spring, nature is in full bloom, in summer the shady forest paths ensure pleasant temperatures and in autumn the landscape is transformed into a sea of colour.
The Eder cycle path is particularly suitable for families with children. It runs along the river Eder and is mostly asphalted, so it is also passable with prams or bicycles. There are numerous rest areas and playgrounds along the way where the little ones can let off steam.
All in all, Edertal offers a variety of wonderful walks for nature lovers of all ages. Whether along the Edersee lake, through the fairytale country or on the Eder cycle path - everyone will find their own personal favourite route here. So lace up your hiking boots and set off on a discovery tour through this fascinating region!
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Es war wieder ein tolles Erlebnis. Von der Organisation über den Ablauf, die Streckenmarkierung (die reflektierenden Bänder sind viel besser als die bisherigen Streifen) bis zu den Verpflegungsstellen
war alles top. 24 Stunden nur nette Menschen auf und neben der Strecke.
Ich will mir gar nicht ausmalen, was da an Arbeit drinsteckt. Vielen Dank an alle für alles 🙏🙏
Nach einer durchregneten Nacht rauschten überall kleine Bäche hangabwärts. Zum Teil queren sie die Wege. Einmal war der Weg für ein kurzes Stück selbst zum Bach geworden. Die Strecke war trotzdem gut zu gehen.
Wunderbare Strecke. Unbedingt den ausgeschilderten Abstecher zur Aussicht machen. Wenn man auf diesem Weg dann weitergeht, läuft der Pfad kurze Zeit parallel oberhalb der Urwaldsteigs und stößt dann aber wieder darauf, so dass man nicht umbedingt vom Aussichtspunkt zur Route zurück laufen muss.
Die Kahle Hardt Runde zur schönen Aussicht ist sehr zu empfehlen