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Volkerode

Welcome to Volkerode, a charming destination in the heart of Germany. This Travel Guide will help you make the most of your stay and discover the many sights and activities of this idyllic region.

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Attractions in Volkerode


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recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 23.6 km
Duration 6:55 h
Ascent 599 m
Descent 602 m

This challenging route follows the P16 in the Hessian-Thuringian border area up to Hessellücke. From there, you hike with steep sections over the ...

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from Team Wandertag,   Welterberegion Wartburg Hainich
Hiking Trail · Geo-Naturpark Frau-Holle-Land
FWW Green Belt HE - TH (Stage 03 Bad Sooden-Allendorf - Hitzelrode)
recommended route Difficulty T1 moderate
Distance 17.2 km
Duration 5:00 h
Ascent 467 m
Descent 270 m

The 3rd stage crosses the state border multiple times between Hesse and Thuringia and leads into the Hessian Switzerland.

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from Andreas Skorka,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
Premium content Difficulty difficult closed
Distance 1,455.2 km
Duration 369:45 h
Ascent 16,973 m
Descent 15,746 m

The European long-distance path E6 is an ambitious project that is intended to run continuously from northern Finland to Turkey. On the German ...

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from Matthias Stiel,   Outdooractive Premium
Hiking Trail · Geo-Naturpark Frau-Holle-Land
Premium route P4 Hessische Schweiz - Walkable Green Belt
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 15.6 km
Duration 5:30 h
Ascent 384 m
Descent 384 m

Magnificent hiking route on the Gobert ridge in the Geo-Nature Park Frau-Holle-Land.

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from Anja Laun,   Geo-Naturpark Frau-Holle-Land
Premium content Difficulty moderate
Distance 15.6 km
Duration 4:40 h
Ascent 306 m
Descent 306 m

Narrow paths, wide views, and history along the Green Belt – the P4 "Hessian Switzerland" leads to the roof of Eichsfeld and delights with nature ...

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from Jarle Sänger,   Wandermagazin
Hiking Trail · Eichsfeld-Hainich-Werratal
Werra-Castle Trail Hesse
Premium content Difficulty T2 moderate
Distance 12.9 km
Duration 4:00 h
Ascent 524 m
Descent 325 m

A landscape that surprises and fascinates with its unexpected diversity. Just moments ago in the fertile river valley, shortly after in an almost ...

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from Thorsten Hoyer,   Wandermagazin
recommended route Difficulty moderate Open
Distance 284.6 km
Duration 78:04 h
Ascent 6,100 m
Descent 5,994 m

One of the most beautiful hiking trails in Germany is the 280 km long Eichsfeld hiking trail located in the heart of Germany, established after ...

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from HVE Eichsfeld Touristik e.V.,   Welterberegion Wartburg Hainich
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 23.1 km
Duration 10:00 h
Ascent 634 m
Descent 499 m

Long-distance hike from Wahlhausen to Kella

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from Team Wandertag,   Welterberegion Wartburg Hainich
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 12.9 km
Duration 4:05 h
Ascent 527 m
Descent 527 m

This partly demanding hike around the Hessische Schweiz leads over the Kolonnenweg and the Grenzweg to the 562 meter high Hohestein and back down ...

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from Team Wandertag,   Welterberegion Wartburg Hainich
Premium content Difficulty difficult
Distance 15.8 km
Duration 4:30 h
Ascent 362 m
Descent 362 m

We hike through undisturbed nature with magnificent views and rare flora along the historic border between Kurhessen and Prussia, later FRG and GDR ...

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from Reiner Penther,   Wandermagazin
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Geographical location and special features: Volkerode is located in the federal state of Hesse, about 20 kilometres south of Göttingen. The town is surrounded by rolling hills and green forests, which are perfect for outdoor activities. The surrounding area is characterised by a picturesque landscape with numerous hiking and cycling trails.

Tourist attractions: There are many historic buildings in Volkerode, such as St. Peter's Church or Berlepsch Castle. The castle was built as early as 1297 and offers its visitors a unique insight into the life of the nobles of the Middle Ages.

Cultural highlights and events: The city is also known for its cultural events such as the annual castle festival on the castle grounds or the Christmas market on the market square. Here you can enjoy local specialities as well as marvel at traditional handicrafts.

Culinary specialities: Volkerode has some culinary delights to offer: Be sure to try the delicious local apple wine as well as the famous Ahle Wurscht - a smoked raw sausage speciality from Northern Hesse.

Most important outdoor activities: The area around Volkerode is ideal for outdoor enthusiasts. In summer you can go hiking, cycling or horseback riding here and in winter there are opportunities for skiing and snowboarding in the nearby mountains.

Special places to visit in rainy weather: Even if it should rain, there are many possibilities in Volkerode: Visit the local history museum or take a guided tour of St. Peter's Church - both offer an interesting insight into the town's history.

Where is it most beautiful? One of the most beautiful places in Volkerode is undoubtedly Berlepsch Castle with its impressive Knights' Hall and romantic courtyard. Here you feel as if you have travelled back in time to the Middle Ages.

Overall, a visit to this charming town is always worthwhile - whether as a day trip or a longer stay, everyone will find something they like here. We hope that this travel guide has been of help to you and hope you enjoy your stay in Volkerode!

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  • October 01, 2025
    Rabenfeder Van Hell 
    October 01, 2025
    Schöne Rundtour, immer der gut beschilderten gelben 1 hinterher. Für den Aufstieg sollte man schon etwas Kondition mitbringen, und für ein paar Stellen auf Hörne auch Trittsicherheit. Die auf den Holzschildern beworbene Schlossschenke auf Burg Rothenstein konnten wir leider nicht nutzen, da das Tor zum Gelände zu war (01.10.2025). Wenn man mag kann man ganz am Ende noch in den Biergarten einkehren.
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    Written October 01, 2025
  • May 30, 2025
    S K 
    May 30, 2025
    Wunderschöne Wanderung durch den Wald, fast ausschließlich auf tollen kleinen Pfaden, fernab von Straßen, so richtig tief in der Natur, wo der Bärlauch duftet! Wanderschuhe und Trittsicherheit sind notwendig, Wanderstöcke sind auch sehr empfehlenswert. Bei nasser Witterung sollte man den Teil bei der Hörne nicht begehen. Vor der Schönen Aussicht war heute, am 30.05.25, ein kleines Wegstück gesperrt. Dort muss man dann leider ein kleines Stückchen zurück zum Hauptweg und diesem weiter folgen, parallel zum P4, bis man bei der nächsten Gelegenheit nach rechts doch noch zur Schönen Aussicht kommt und den P4 weiterlaufen kann. Den Weg zur Hörne hätte ich fast verpasst, obwohl der Weg die ganze Zeit über sehr gut ausgeschildert ist. Nur an dieser Stelle muss man etwas aufpassen, da geht es nach rechts ab auf einem kleineren Pfad. Das Schild Richtung "Hörne" hängt auf der anderen Baumseite.
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    Written May 30, 2025
  • May 29, 2025
    Konrad Trojok 
    Eine schöne, aussichtsreiche Tour. Zu bemerken ist, dass einige Passagen, insbesondere die Abstiege ziemlich anspruchsvoll sind. Wir haben die Runde von Bad Sooden aus gemacht, auch sehr schön in der Altstadt die Runde zu beenden.
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    Written May 29, 2025
  • October 26, 2024
    Torsten Sonntag
    October 26, 2024
    Heute mal (wieder) auf dem P4 unterwegs - einer der schönsten der Premiumwege - und bei dem Wetter waren die vielen Aussichten besonders sehenswert. Ich habe diesmal die südliche Runde zur Silberklippe ausgelassen, dafür am Gobert einige Punkte angesteuert. Bei dem vielen Laub muss aber ganz gut auf den Weg achten, außerdem ist einiges zugewachsen. Aber die Beschilderung ist sehr hilfreich dabei.
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    Photo: Torsten Sonntag, Community
    Written October 26, 2024
  • September 30, 2024
    Baroudeur Aventure
    September 30, 2024
    Very nice one
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    Written September 30, 2024
  • September 25, 2023
    Stephanie Möller
    September 24, 2023
    Sehr empfehlenswerte Tour. Immer wieder total schöne Einblicke in die Landschaft. Gute Wanderschuhe und auch Stöcke sind empfehlenswert.
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    Written September 25, 2023
  • July 01, 2021
    Björn Diebel 
    June 19, 2021
    Super Tour mit knackigen Anstiegen.
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    Written July 01, 2021
  • March 10, 2021
    Andreas Happe (TrekkingGuide.de) 
    Tolle Routen in wunderschönem Buchenwald. Ich wandere da immer wieder gern, zu ALLEN Jahreszeiten!
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    Written March 10, 2021
  • October 22, 2020
    Yves Panse
    October 22, 2020
    Sehr schöne, abwechslungsreiche, ruhige Tour mit wunderschönen Farben und Ausblicken.
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    Written October 22, 2020
  • May 23, 2020
    Jörg Lang
    Eschwege und der P4 Wanderweg ....perfekt
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    Written May 23, 2020
  • October 30, 2019
    C. S. 
    August 31, 2019
    wir sind wegen der Sperrung nur den Teil westlich von Hitzelrode gelaufen - dieses Stück ist aber sehr empfehlenswert!
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    Photo: C. S., Community
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    Written October 30, 2019
  • September 21, 2019
    Rüdiger Schneider 
    September 03, 2019
    Schöner Wanderweg mit toller Wegführung auf vielen Naturwegen mit schönen Ausblicken. Eine Wanderung die sich lohnt.
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    Written September 21, 2019

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