Hiking in the region Edersee – on the move in the quality region Hiking Germany

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A national park, a nature park, wilderness and winding paths for your hiking holiday.

Hiking in the region Edersee

Consciously traveling in nature and silence.

In the region Edersee Here you can discover hiking as a true nature experience – quiet, sustainable, and far from the ordinary. Instead of noise and speed, you'll find pristine nature: narrow paths, ancient forests, and expansive views.

The region has been since 2023 Edersee Certified as a quality region by Wanderbares Deutschland (Hiking in Germany). Four trails bear the "Quality Trail Wanderbares Deutschland" seal, and another has the "Premium Trail" designation. Quality you can feel in the trail design, orientation, and proximity to nature. Located in the Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park and National Park.Edersee You'll find yourself immersed in a landscape that gives you the space to truly arrive. The Kellerwald Jewels offer a special experience. The 16 carefully selected circular trails range from 4,5 to 15 km in length and lead you to springs, ridges, and viewpoints. Sometimes tranquil, sometimes impressive, always close to nature. Each trail tells its own story.

Hiking in the region Edersee is not a destination, but a path. A conscious outdoor experience for all who want to experience nature – authentic, slow-paced, and unadulterated.

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© Heinrich Kowalski
© Heinrich Kowalski
© Kellerwald Nature ParkEdersee
© Heinrich Kowalski
© Heinrich Kowalski
© Kellerwald Nature ParkEdersee

Hiking Germany quality region

We have been certified as a "Quality Region for Hiking in Germany" since 2023. In addition, four of our trails bear the "Quality Trail for Hiking in Germany" seal.

The Urwaldsteig: 66 km of wilderness on narrow paths.
The Kellerwaldsteig: 164 km through the diverse Kellerwald forest.
Eddis Edersee-Adventure tour: A qualified family hiking trail with 13 free adventure stations.
The Lichtenfels Panorama Trail: 70 km provides views of small river valleys and wide vistas.

Our aim is to give hikers the best possible experience for a carefree active holiday.

Detail page 'Urwaldsteig Edersee - Hiking in wild nature' open
© Heinrich Kowalski, Edersee | Your region: wild, colorful, healthy.
Tip: Jungle path Edersee - Hiking in wild nature
Now little visited
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Now heavily visited
66,12 km
1.904 m
21: 50 pm
1.904 m
Hike · difficult
34549 Edertal
Open the detailed page 'Kellerwaldsteig - Let your soul unwind'
© Heinrich Kowalski, Edersee | Your region: wild, colorful, healthy.
Tip: Kellerwaldsteig - really let your soul dangle
Now little visited
Now moderately visited
Now heavily visited
163,64 km
3.665 m
46: 10 pm
3.665 m
Hike · difficult
35110 Frankenau
Detail page 'Eddis Edersee Adventure Tour - Family hiking fun for young and old!' open
© Kappest, Eder Cycle Path
Tip: Eddis Edersee Adventure tour - family hiking fun for young and old!
Now little visited
Now moderately visited
Now heavily visited
4,79 km
90 m
1: 20 pm
90 m
Hike · easy
34549 Edertal
Open the detailed page 'Lichtenfels Panorama Trail - Hiking in the Waldeck Switzerland'
© Katharina Jaeger, Edersee | Your region: wild, colorful, healthy.
Tip: Lichtenfelser Panoramaweg - hiking in the Waldeckische Schweiz
Now little visited
Now moderately visited
Now heavily visited
71,12 km
1.040 m
18: 50 pm
1.040 m
Long-distance hiking trail · difficult
35104 Lichtenfels (Hesse)

Hiking fun guaranteed!

"The quality regions of Hikable Germany guarantee a complete hiking experience. Whether it's a day trip, a complete hiking holiday without changing accommodations, or a multi-day tour with a large pack: the quality criteria of Hikable Germany meet the highest standards regarding trails, hosts, service, and tourist information. For anyone who has ever hiked in a quality region, the logo of the Hikable Germany Quality Region is a must when choosing their vacation destination."

German Hiking Association, Kassel

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Immerse yourself in the breathtaking nature that is just waiting to be explored by you and enjoy the service of our hosts.

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24-hour hiking adventure Edersee 2025

Set yourself the challenge: approx. 44 km hiking marathon or approx. 86 km extreme hike!

What counts is not who is faster, better or who reaches the finish line first, but rather the hiking experience with like-minded people. Everyone hikes at their own pace, enjoys the many small natural wonders along the route in their own way or lingers at the numerous viewpoints or food and adventure stations. Along the way you make contacts and motivate other participants to persevere, because everyone has the motivation to complete 44 or 86 kilometers!

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Spend the night in nature!

The new trekking spots in the region Edersee

Listening to the sounds of the forest while falling asleep? This is possible at seven trekking sites in the region Edersee in the nature park. Three trekking sites have been established along the approximately 70 km long Lichtenfels Panorama Trail. The other four trekking sites are located on the northern loop of the Kellerwaldsteig trail. They are available to hikers for one overnight stay each and are located so that their distances correspond to a day's hike. A covered rest area with a table and benches, as well as a composting toilet, are included. Registration and further information can be found on the Kellerwald Nature Park website.Edersee.

To the Kellerwald Nature Park-Edersee

Experience the region Edersee

with our hiking brochure

In our hiking brochure we present a colorful selection of high-quality hiking trails throughout the entire area of the Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park and National Park.EderseeIt includes four of our quality and premium hiking trails, as well as a selection of 27 shorter circular trails, ranging from 3 to 11 km. The last few pages feature an overview map with the four main hiking trails and the shorter circular trails numbered. The brochure also includes a wealth of other information on hiking.

Hiking brochure region Edersee

Kellerwald Jewels

Discover the mysterious treasures of the Kellerwald forest – our affectionately named "Kellerwald Jewels" invite you to unforgettable hikes! These gems are carefully selected routes characterized by picturesque forest paths and breathtaking views. On routes ranging from approximately 4,5 km to almost 15 km, nature lovers can explore the region's enchanting landscape. Edersee let your soul unwind.

The 16 Kellerwald jewels present themselves as true masterpieces of nature, leading hikers through dense forests, along rippling waters and to viewpoints that take your breath away. Each path tells its own story and offers a unique mix of impressive natural views and varied panoramas.

The outstanding hiking quality of these routes is ensured by a high proportion of natural trails. Enjoy the peace and quiet of nature while exploring these Kellerwald gems. Whether you choose a shorter route for a relaxing day in nature or a longer tour with intense impressions, the Kellerwald gems promise unforgettable adventures for all hiking enthusiasts.

All hiking trails at a glance:

This original and honest forest lets me pause and breathe deeply.

When traveling in our densely populated country, it's always exciting to experience how central and easily accessible this wonderful national park is. Such large, unbroken copper beech forests are rare. The primeval forest trail provides easy access, yet you'll quickly find yourself alone because it's not overcrowded.

As a child, the forest near Frankenau was my playground. As a teenager, I wanted to get out into the world, as far away as possible. Since then, my perspective has sharpened. When I'm here, I feel "home." I'm rooted here, just like the trees that have stretched their roots here for hundreds of years. The steep slopes along the banks of the EderseeThey are fascinating. The orchids and carnations that grow here are true treasures.

My favorite time to hike is November. Autumn, with its colorful foliage, is always beautiful, but November is especially so. The slightly musty leaves smell spicy. The forest feels vast because your gaze is no longer confined. The gnarled, creaking trunks and branches are much more tangible. And when the fog swirls around, it becomes truly mystical.

What touches me most is that nature in the national park is not a staging, but rather the honesty and clarity of a landscape. She immerses you and takes you inside.

by Thorsten Hoyer, Editor-in-Chief of Wandermagazin

Trekking spots on the Kellerwaldsteig

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Junior Rangers - Discover and protect nature

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Nature Park & National Park Kellerwald-Edersee

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Jungle path Edersee

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