Eiterfeld, a picturesque town near Fulda, Germany, is not only known for its idyllic landscape, but also for its diverse hiking opportunities. Eiterfeld's geographical location offers a wealth of natural beauty and is perfect for exploring on foot.
Maps and trails
The 10 most beautiful hikes in Eiterfeld
Hiking Trail
· Rhön Mountains
FWW Green Belt HE - TH (Stage 16 Mansbach - Geisa-Point Alpha)
recommended route
Difficulty
T2
moderate
12 km
3:20 h
334 m
234 m
This hike through the northern Rhön ends at the historic site Point Alpha, one of the best-known witnesses of the East-West confrontation.
Hiking Trail
Extratour Soisberg - Hohenroda-Soislieden - Rhön
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
7.1 km
2:30 h
238 m
238 m
In the "Hessian Kegelspiel," not only do the mountains have poetic names – their interplay also tells stories.
Hiking Trail
From Rasdorf to the border opening memorial stone - Rhön
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
17 km
4:50 h
405 m
405 m
Historical monuments alternate loosely with religious monuments. Highlights: Standorfsberg Nature Reserve, Point Alpha memorial site
Hiking Trail
Extra route Kegelspiel - Rasdorf - Rhön
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
17.5 km
4:55 h
442 m
442 m
Nine striking basalt summits, ancient cult sites, bright forests, and quiet paths – this extra route is more than just a circular hike. It is a journey through landscape and time.
Hiking Trail
· Rhön
Kegelspiel
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Difficulty
moderate
19 km
6:00 h
545 m
545 m
On this circular route, we wander through the beautiful landscape of the Hessian Kegelspiel. The magnificent path leads us through breathtaking nature.
Hiking Trail
· Rhön
View Wenigentaft “Old Brickworks Path” Naturschätze special stamp 🔄💮🤩👀😎🌳
recommended route
Difficulty
T1
easy
7.4 km
1:53 h
66 m
66 m
A great hiking route with lots of nature and distant views.
Hiking Trail
· Waldhessen
Take the RB5 train to the "Haunetal Neukirchen" station, then back right over the bridge towards the church to Konrad-Zuse square and return via the "Haune Panorama Trail" to Bad Hersfeld
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
20.7 km
5:50 h
462 m
437 m
More info about the Haune Panorama Trail at:
https://daten2.verwaltungsportal.de/dateien/seitengenerator/b3f946c8ff16070ca224cdd3c38c09e7112206/haune-panoramaweg_pdf.pdf
or
https://www.freizeit-erlebnis-haunetal.de/wanderwege/haune-panoramaweg
Hiking Trail
· Rhön
View Wenigentaft “Old Brickyard Path” Naturschätze Special Stamp 🔄💮🤩👀😎🌳
recommended route
Difficulty
T1
moderate
7.4 km
1:53 h
66 m
66 m
The name-giver for the Naturschätze Path is the old steam brickyard founded in 1906 in Wenigentaft.
Hiking Trail
· Waldhessen
From Soislieden to Soisberg and around and back
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
6.9 km
1:57 h
267 m
254 m
From Soislieden to Soisberg and around Soisberg and back.
Hiking Trail
· Waldhessen
From Mansbach to the Soisberg
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Difficulty
T2
moderate
9.6 km
3:45 h
344 m
344 m
On the King of the Hessian KegelspielWe hike from Mansbach first to the limestone cliffs and the Grasburg moat system on the Grasberg, before heading over to the Soisberg, the highest mountain of the Hessian Kegelspiel. At its summit, we enjoy the distant view from the observation tower. The return route takes us past a beautiful castle in Mansbach, named after the noble family von Geyso.
From gentle hills to steep cliffs, there is everything here that a hiker's heart desires. Well-marked hiking trails lead through the numerous forests and fields, appealing to beginners and experienced hikers alike.
One of the most popular hiking tours in Eiterfeld is the "Panoramaweg". This route stretches for several kilometres along breathtaking vantage points and offers an impressive view of the surrounding landscape. Another highlight is the "Wasserfallweg" (waterfall trail), which leads through dense forests and finally to a spectacular waterfall - a true wonder of nature!
These tours are particularly suitable for families with children. The paths are well developed and offer enough variety to keep young explorers happy. In addition, there are many rest areas and picnic areas along the way where you can take a break.
The best season for hiking in Eiterfeld is undoubtedly spring or autumn. In these months, nature presents itself from its most beautiful side - the trees shine in bright colours and the temperatures are pleasantly mild. In summer, on the other hand, it can get quite hot, which is why you should be well prepared.
Those who like hiking will definitely get their money's worth in Eiterfeld. The many hiking trails offer a wealth of opportunities to discover the beauty of nature. So lace up your hiking boots and get ready for unforgettable adventures!
One of the most popular hiking tours in Eiterfeld is the "Panoramaweg". This route stretches for several kilometres along breathtaking vantage points and offers an impressive view of the surrounding landscape. Another highlight is the "Wasserfallweg" (waterfall trail), which leads through dense forests and finally to a spectacular waterfall - a true wonder of nature!
These tours are particularly suitable for families with children. The paths are well developed and offer enough variety to keep young explorers happy. In addition, there are many rest areas and picnic areas along the way where you can take a break.
The best season for hiking in Eiterfeld is undoubtedly spring or autumn. In these months, nature presents itself from its most beautiful side - the trees shine in bright colours and the temperatures are pleasantly mild. In summer, on the other hand, it can get quite hot, which is why you should be well prepared.
Those who like hiking will definitely get their money's worth in Eiterfeld. The many hiking trails offer a wealth of opportunities to discover the beauty of nature. So lace up your hiking boots and get ready for unforgettable adventures!
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