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Bad Hersfeld

Bad Hersfeld - A destination with history and nature experiences

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Long Distance Cycling · Kurhessisches Bergland
Melsungen - Bad Hersfeld Schleifenroute Stage 90 H
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 49.4 km
Duration 3:26 h
Ascent 43 m
Descent 11 m

This stage takes us from Melsungen to Bad Hersfeld. It is one of over 330 connected stages. We have included exciting points of interest for this ...

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from Awareness Deutschland MS,   Awareness Deutschland | die.blue.Charity & die.pink.Charity
recommended route Difficulty S2 moderate Open
Distance 66 km
Duration 4:30 h
Ascent 1,400 m
Descent 1,400 m

The Eisenberg is one of the highest elevations in northern Hesse and can be reached from various directions with the mountain bike.

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from Richard Brand,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 61.4 km
Duration 4:16 h
Ascent 136 m
Descent 218 m

This stage takes us from Fulda to Bad Hersfeld. It is one of over 330 connected stages. We have included exciting POIs for the stage – have fun ...

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from Awareness Deutschland MS,   Awareness Deutschland | die.blue.Charity & die.pink.Charity
recommended route Difficulty T1 moderate Stage 4
Distance 16.9 km
Duration 4:15 h
Ascent 221 m
Descent 395 m

The Lutherweg 1521 commemorates the route Martin Luther took in 1521 on his way to Worms (and back), following the "invitation" from Emperor ...

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from Gerhard Pierer,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
Long Distance Cycling · Waldhessen
Bad Hersfeld - Fulda Schleifenroute Stage 91 H
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 61.3 km
Duration 4:18 h
Ascent 222 m
Descent 135 m

This stage takes us from Bad Hersfeld to Fulda. It is one of over 330 connected stages. We have packed exciting points of interest (POI) for the ...

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from Awareness Deutschland MS,   Awareness Deutschland | die.blue.Charity & die.pink.Charity
Bicycle Rides · Rhön Mountains
Augsburg - Kassel Part 2 Nördlingen - Kassel
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 428 km
Duration 31:30 h
Ascent 1,992 m
Descent 2,283 m

Bike route via Rothenburg ob der T. - Würzburg - Fulda to Kassel. Mostly scenic along rivers. Larger climbs only before Ochsenfurt and near Fulda.

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from Ulrich Koppold,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
Long Distance Cycling · Germany
Weser Cycle Path-Romantic Road (D-Route 9)
Premium content Difficulty difficult
Distance 1,221.3 km
Duration 86:00 h
Ascent 4,260 m
Descent 3,510 m

The D-Route 9 follows the Weser Cycle Path and Romantic Road over more than 1200 km from Cuxhaven to Füssen.

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from Wiebke Hillen,   Outdooractive Premium
recommended route Difficulty T1 moderate Stage 5
Distance 20.7 km
Duration 5:10 h
Ascent 217 m
Descent 197 m

The Luther Trail 1521 commemorates the route Martin Luther took in 1521 on his way to Worms (and back), when he followed the "invitation" of ...

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from Gerhard Pierer,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
Bicycle Rides · Biosphärenreservat Rhön
ADAC border route – From Bad Hersfeld to Point Alpha
Premium content Difficulty moderate
Distance 66.5 km
Duration 4:50 h
Ascent 410 m
Descent 305 m

On just under 67 km from the Hessian Bad Hersfeld via the "House on the Border" and Point Alpha to Thuringian Vacha / Hessian Philippsthal

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from Tanja Ahrens,   ADAC Wanderführer
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 50.4 km
Duration 3:43 h
Ascent 280 m
Descent 276 m

Moderate cycling round via Kirchheim and along the Aula through the valley to Niederaula. Along the Fulda cycle path along the river we cycle past ...

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from HG Ostwinkel,   Community
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As one of the oldest spa towns in Germany, Bad Hersfeld is a destination that is equally interesting for culture and nature lovers. The town is located in the federal state of Hesse, in the middle of the picturesque Fulda Valley.

Tourist attractions include the 9th century Abbey Ruins, which are considered the town's landmark and are played every year during the festival. Eichhof Castle with its baroque garden and the museum on Linggplatz also offer an exciting insight into the history of the region.

Cultural highlights are offered by Bad Hersfeld mainly through its numerous events such as the Lullus Festival or the Christmas market. Here you can indulge in regional specialities and experience tradition at the same time.

For culinary specialities, it is recommended to try typical dishes such as "Ahle Worscht" (smoked mettwurst) or "Handkäs' mit Musik" (sour milk cheese with onions) - both specialities from Hessen.

For those who like to be active, Bad Hersfeld offers many opportunities for outdoor activities: Hiking on the premium hiking trail "Bergbau-Route", cycling along the Fulda cycle path or canoeing on the Fulda are just a few examples. The summer months in particular offer the best conditions for activities in the fresh air.

But even if it should rain, there are plenty of opportunities for leisure activities in Bad Hersfeld. For example, you can visit the AquaFit adventure pool or pamper yourself with wellness treatments at the Kurhaus.

The most beautiful thing to do in Bad Hersfeld is certainly to take a walk through the Kurpark or along the Fulda riverbank promenade. Here you can enjoy nature and relax at the same time.

Overall, Bad Hersfeld is a destination that is definitely worth a trip because of its history, culture and natural beauty. With this travel guide, you now have all the important information for a successful stay in this charming town.

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