- 1: 20 pm
- 4,79 km
- 90 m
- 90 m
- 263 m
- 310 m
- 47 m
- Start: Edersee Wildlife Park (Buchenhaus)
- Destination: Edersee Wildlife Park (Buchenhaus)
Hiking fun, hiking experience and information are the focus of the hike on the 4,8 km long main route. Children and parents alike will discover exciting and informative hiking fun through the realm of rustic beeches on the adventure tour. The family hiking trail is characterized by a short walking time, little difference in altitude and 13 free family fun adventure stations.
The circular hiking trail runs on mostly natural paths and paths from the Edersee wildlife park to the treetop path, via the rustic path back to the wildlife park. The start and end point for the 4,8 km long main route is the wildlife park. For the very small hikers there is also a small Eddis Edersee adventure tour of around 2 km in length. The start and end point for this is at the ticket office of the treetop path. At the two starting points, the children receive Eddi's adventure hiking map with lots of information and a competition.
When developing the family hiking trail, emphasis was placed on using the existing, family-friendly infrastructure. The provision of free parking spaces, good connections to public transport and family-friendly rest stops with public toilets are also part of this.
This family hiking fun is the first quality hiking trail according to the new criteria of the German Hiking Association for short trails with a focus on "Family" in Hesse.
The circular trail is also one of our 16 "Kellerwald Jewels," which are distinguished by their scenic forest paths and breathtaking views. These jewels are carefully selected routes ranging in length from approximately 4,5 km to almost 15 km. If you enjoyed the hike, feel free to discover other gems of the Kellerwald and Edersee region.
Path surfaces
- Unknown (17%)Asphalt (29%)gravel (40%)Way (8%)Path (7%)
Best Season
- suitabledepending on the weather
Directions
Grand Adventure Tour: approx. 4,8 km (starting from Edersee Wildlife Park (Buchenhaus) with stations 1-13)
Short adventure tour: approx. 2,0 km (starting from the ticket office of the Edersee treetop walkway) with stations 4-11
stations on the tour
- The beech is spread by animals
- diversity in secret
- community
- Of the life of the squirrel
- Mysterious soil worlds
- Colorful forest of leaves
- Huge networks
- long jump of animals
- Baumkronenweg
- Eddie lives here
- Cold and warm trees
- Eddi's menu
- On quiet paws...
Tour features
Accessibility
refreshment possibility
Family Friendly
Suitable for prams
Flatly
Equipment
- Day hiking backpack (approx. 20 litres) with rain cover, sturdy and comfortable shoes, weather-appropriate and hard-wearing clothing in the multi-layer principle, telescopic poles if necessary, sun and rain protection, provisions and drinking water, first aid kit, pocket knife, mobile phone
Arrival & Parking
- How to find us
Arriving by road is recommended via the B485 federal road.
From the North, at the roundabout, take the L3383 towards Affoldern.
From the south, take the junction onto the L3086 towards AffoldernParkingWild animal park Edersee car park (Edertal-Hemfurth). Free parking.Public transportationNearest bus stop(s): Edertal-Hemfurth Wildlife Park
Line(s): 515, AST 583.1
NVV-ServcieTelephone: 0800-939-0800
All connections, including AST taxi services, can be viewed in detail via the NVV timetable information system - www.nvv.de/fahrplanauskunft
Tip for smartphone users - download the "NVV Mobil" app from the respective app store before your tour!
Generally, the "AST taxi" (on-demand shared taxi) should also be included in your planning. With the on-demand shared taxis (AST), the NVV (North Hesse Transport Association) ensures mobility on routes with lower demand. Instead of a bus, you travel in regular taxis or rental cars. AST services also have fixed timetables – you simply need to book your ride (usually) by phone up to 30 minutes before departure. Please also note that AST services only run when no regular bus lines are operating.
Call-a-taxi service center: +49 (0) 5631-5062088
More information / links
Download the participation form as a PDF: https://touren.erlebnisregion-edersee.de/r/47618177?page=media%2Fdownload
Our tip
- Plan the whole day and take the wildlife park and the treetop path with you. There are discounted combination tickets available...
safety instructions
The narrow path from the Buchenhaus or Wild Animal Park (approx. 600 m) cannot be used with prams. Also with this little path it is possible to cross an obstacle. On the parallel dirt road, the stroller can be taken with you without any problems!
The stroller can be taken along on the rest of the hiking trail, but it is only recommended to a limited extent, as there are narrow and sloping paths.
The family hiking trail leads through shady forests. Occasionally trees may have fallen over and branches may have fallen on the path. The use of Eddis Edersee adventure tour is at your own risk. You should not walk the hiking trail in strong winds, heavy rain and snowfall.
Map
Erlebnisregion Edersee - ISBN 9783866969160 (2nd edition 2018) - mr-kartographie, engineering office and publisher (1:25.000)
Hiking and cycling map Edersee - ISBN 978-3-86973-192-6 (11th edition) - Cartographic Municipal Publishing Company mbH (1:25.000)
author
Karuna Eckel
