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Hikes in Knüllwald

Hesse,Germany

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In Knüllwald, a municipality in the Schwalm-Eder district in Germany, there are numerous opportunities for hiking. The geographical location of Knüllwald is particularly attractive, as the municipality is situated at the foot of the Knüll Mountains. This low mountain range is characterised by rolling hills and forested mountains and thus offers ideal conditions for hiking enthusiasts.

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The 10 most beautiful hikes in Knüllwald

Knüllköpfchen
Hiking Trail · Knüll Mountains
"The Fable Trails" in Knüll: Hoher Knüll
recommended route Difficulty easy
5
9.1 km
2:30 h
181 m
181 m
A short scenic hike to the highest point of the small Knüll mountain range.
Lochbachklamm parking lot
Hiking Trail · Knüll Mountains
Fabelwege in Knüll: 6. Lochbachpfad
recommended route Difficulty T2 moderate
No ratings (yet)
8.2 km
2:10 h
172 m
172 m
The absolute highlight of this route is, of course, the Lochbach Gorge, which you might want to visit during times of higher water flow.
Stützengrund car park
Hiking Trail · Rotkäppchenland
"The Fable Paths" in Knüll: Hutewaldweg
recommended route Difficulty easy
No ratings (yet)
10.7 km
3:00 h
228 m
228 m
This premium route in the Knüll area is suitable for hikers who want to walk leisurely in the forest and can do without special attractions and spectacular views.
View of Schwarzenborn
Hiking Trail · Knüll Mountains
Lochbach gorge and Knüllköpfchen
recommended route Difficulty easy
4
19.8 km
5:00 h
364 m
364 m
A circular hike through a beautiful, sparsely populated landscape with the interesting Lochbach gorge and the Knüllköpfchen as highlights.
Hiking Trail · Kurhessisches Bergland
Hiking in the Melsungen region - Dagobertshausen, Malsfeld, Beiseförth
recommended route Difficulty moderate
No ratings (yet)
13.2 km
3:35 h
247 m
247 m
A beautiful circular hiking route through floodplains, forests, and over hills with lush meadows. Wonderful panoramas and wide views over the landscape of the Fulda valley and the Knüll mountain range.
Hiking Trail · Kurhessisches Bergland
Extratour Lochbach Path
recommended route Difficulty moderate
4.5
7.8 km
2:30 h
156 m
157 m
On this half-day route, we experience the Lochbach Gorge.
View of Appenfeld
Hiking Trail · Kurhessisches Bergland
Hiking in the Knüllwald - Wallenstein, Appenfeld, Hergetsfeld, Hülsa, Wallenstein
recommended route Difficulty moderate
5
10.3 km
2:56 h
273 m
272 m
A beautiful panoramic circular hiking route through the village of Wallenstein with the old castle ruins as well as the Knüllwald villages of Appenfeld, Hergetsfeld, and Hülsa - a hiking route around the 447-meter-high Umberg and the 445-meter-high Harth mountain. Start / Finish: Parking lot on the street "Am Ebing" in Knüllwald-Wallenstein Route / Sights: Wallenstein Castle Panoramic view of Appenfeld Village of Appenfeld Hartmühle in the Hergetsbach valley Village of Hergetsfeld Village of Hülsa Lochbach Gorge
Hiking Trail · Kurhessisches Bergland
Hiking in the Knüll Mountains [Extratour Lochbach Trail]
recommended route Difficulty easy
4
7.8 km
3:00 h
158 m
158 m
34593 Wallenstein - Knüllwald (Schwalm-Eder-Kreis) GPS address:  Am Lochbach 2, 34593 Wallenstein (here is a hiking parking lot belonging to the DGH), or Am Ebig 6, 34576 Wallenstein (directly at the entrance to the Lochbach Gorge). This is not signposted as a parking lot but offers space for about 4 cars. Start time: 11.03.2017 at 11:45 a.m. Total duration: 3 hours (including all breaks). Total distance: approx. 8.5 kilometers (recorded with the Samsung Galaxy S5 and the Garmin GPSMAP 64s).
Wallenstein Castle / The castle destroyed in the Thirty Years' War still basically dates from the Staufer period (1223).
Hiking Trail · Kurhessisches Bergland
The cheeky Knüllköpfchen
Premium content Difficulty T1 easy
No ratings (yet)
21.2 km
5:00 h
418 m
418 m
Wallenstein Castle and Lochbach GorgeThe central elevation in the Knüll mountain range is the Knüllköpfchen, whose bare basalt summit unmistakably towers over the extensive grassy highlands. Numerous hiking routes converge here, allowing for a varied scenic circular tour in which the Lochbach Gorge and Wallenstein Castle provide additional highlights.
Hiking Trail · Kurhessisches Bergland
Knüll Mountains... over the Lochbach Gorge to Semmelberg and to Wallenstein Castle, loop from WPP Knüllwald-Wallenstein
recommended route Difficulty moderate
No ratings (yet)
26.7 km
7:17 h
646 m
644 m
After hiking through the Lochbach Gorge, the path leads with a scenic view over forest, field, and meadow trails, always keeping an eye on the Eisenberg telecommunications tower. For a while, you are accompanied by the steady sounds of the wind turbines, already faintly audible from afar, which stand monstrously high in the fields. Later on the Semmelberg - according to research used by the US military until 1993 - there were still slight remnants to be discovered from that time, such as a rifle bunker, a somewhat secluded small building, and paved areas. It was a good decision not to use the area further for German federal military purposes afterward. After Semmelberg, the trail steadily goes through the forest to the castle and back to Wallenstein.
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There are various hiking tours in Knüllwald that are suitable for both experienced hikers and families with children. One popular route, for example, leads along the "Knüllköpfchen", a prominent mountain peak with a magnificent panoramic view of the surrounding countryside. This tour is well suited as a half-day hike and can also be easily managed by children.

Another beautiful hiking route leads to "Schloss Eisenberg". On this trail, visitors can not only enjoy the idyllic nature, but also make a detour to the historic castle. Here you can have a wonderful picnic or simply take a break and enjoy the view of the surrounding countryside.

The best seasons for hiking in Knüllwald are spring and autumn. In these months, nature shows its most beautiful side: In spring, numerous plants and trees blossom again, while in autumn the colourful leaves create a picturesque picture.

In addition to the sights mentioned above, other places in Knüllwald also offer great opportunities for hiking. The "Knüllwald Rundweg", for example, leads through extensive forests and always offers beautiful views of the surrounding landscape. There are also special hiking trails for families with children that are designed with children in mind and offer interesting stations to discover.

All in all, Knüllwald is a true paradise for hiking enthusiasts. The diverse hiking routes, the picturesque natural scenery of the Knüll Mountains and the tourist attractions make this region an attractive destination for all nature lovers. Whether experienced hikers or families with children - everyone will find their perfect route here and can experience unforgettable moments in nature.

Reviews

  • November 21, 2025
    Michael Frei
    sehr schöne Tour mit viel Weitblick!
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    Photo: Michael Frei, Community
    Photo: Michael Frei, Community
    Photo: Michael Frei, Community
    Photo: Michael Frei, Community
    Written November 21, 2025
  • September 07, 2025
    Thomas Fenner
    Definitiv eine wunderschöne Rundtour, welche ich in ihrer Gesamtheit nur empfehlen kann. Da ich davon so begeistert war, habe ich mir erlaubt, diese Runde zu verfilmen. Wer vorab mehr erfahren möchte, dem sei also folgendes Video empfohlen: https://youtu.be/uCzBQ5q864o
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    Video: Thomas Fenner, Wandern mit Herz
    Written September 07, 2025
  • October 25, 2024
    Christian Brychcy 
    Eine wunderschöne Runde in meiner Heimat
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    Written October 25, 2024
  • September 25, 2024
    Thomas Fenner
    Mir hat die Tour unheimlich gut gefallen, deshalb habe ich selbige verfilmt; wer sich also vorab informieren möchte, der darf sich gerne den Film anschauen. Lediglich die Laufrichtung habe ich geändert, schließlich hebt man sich das Kompott = Fernsichten für den Schluss auf. Ansonsten eine großartige Tour.
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    Video: Thomas Fenner, Wandern mit Herz
    Written September 25, 2024
  • December 17, 2022
    Björn Diebel 
    June 09, 2022
    Tolle Tour viel schöne Weitblick besonders Richtung Kassel und dem Kellerwald. Lohnend bei Sonnenuntergang im Sommer.
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    Photo: Björn Diebel, Community
    Photo: Björn Diebel, Community
    Photo: Björn Diebel, Community
    Photo: Björn Diebel, Community
    Photo: Björn Diebel, Community
    Written December 17, 2022
  • December 07, 2022
    Björn Diebel 
    May 07, 2022
    Tolle Tour ! Wildromantische Klamm und toller Ausblick von der Kersting Hütte.
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    Photo: Björn Diebel, Community
    Photo: Björn Diebel, Community
    Photo: Björn Diebel, Community
    Written December 07, 2022
  • December 07, 2022
    Björn Diebel 
    June 05, 2021
    Viel Wald und urige Buchen warten hier auf einen. Schöner Weg im Herzen des Knüllgebirges.
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    Photo: Björn Diebel, Community
    Photo: Björn Diebel, Community
    Photo: Björn Diebel, Community
    Photo: Björn Diebel, Community
    Written December 07, 2022
  • December 07, 2022
    Björn Diebel 
    July 20, 2022
    Wunderschöne kleine Tour mit viel Abwechslung. Zum Schluss kann man schön im Strandbad beim Naturschwimmbad einkehren.
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    Photo: Björn Diebel, Community
    Photo: Björn Diebel, Community
    Photo: Björn Diebel, Community
    Photo: Björn Diebel, Community
    Photo: Björn Diebel, Community
    Written December 07, 2022
  • September 18, 2022
    Ulf K 🇩🇪
    Trotz Regentag eine schöne Tour mit perfekter Beschilderung „F“, wobei wir uns die Klamm für das Ende aufgespart haben. Bergab dann unter Umständen auf den Holzbrücken etwas glitschig.
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    Written September 18, 2022
  • July 10, 2022
    Stefan S.
    Sehr schöne Tour! Die Route im Uhrzeigersinn zu gehen, ist sicherlich die bessere Option, um den ansteigenden Verlauf der schönen „Klamm“ mit den zahlreichen Brücken zu sehen. Man darf allerdings keine Klamm wie in den Alpen erwarten. Aber streckenweise ist es schon wie in einer Schlucht und insgesamt ist das wildromantische Lochbachtal sehr schön und für eine Mittelgebirgslandschaft durchaus außergewöhnlich. Hierfür in jedem Fall 5 Sterne, auch wenn der Bach im Oberlauf durch die trockene Witterung derzeit teilweise trockengefallen ist. Der weitere Aufstieg in die hochplateauartige Landschaft ist sehr schön und ermöglicht zahlreiche schöne Fernblicke in die Landschaft des Knüllgebirges. Auf dem Rückweg ist der Geräuschpegel der A7 leider unüberhörbar. Hier gibt es nochmal ein paar schöne Passagen über Wurzelpfade und einen sehr steilen Abstieg zurück nach Wallenstein. Allerdings ist das Lochbachtal eindeutig der Star dieser Tour, die zum Ende dann nicht mehr ganz so spektakulär wie zu Beginn ist.
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    Written July 10, 2022
  • April 30, 2022
    Annette Stein
    April 30, 2022
    Sehr schöne Streckenführung auch mit Kindern gut zu gehen.
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    Written April 30, 2022
  • October 12, 2021
    Joachim Paske 
    Wir sind diese schöne Runde im Uhrzeigersinn gewandert. Ein Navi ist erforderlich, da nicht alles gut beschildert ist. Es war abwechslungsreich mit moderaten Steigungen. Eingekehrt sind wir in der am Weg liegenden, sehr günstigen Jausenstation.
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    Written October 12, 2021

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