- 0: 34 pm
- 1,96 km
- 52 m
- 52 m
- 284 m
- 336 m
- 52 m
- Start: Village Community Center Vöhl-Asel
- Destination: Village community center Vöhl-Asel
"Hunter of the night...!" - "Flying vampires...?" - "Where do they actually live...?" - "What do they actually look like...?" - These are all questions that interested observers ask themselves again and again. The bats have been observed for several years by some committed citizens of the Asel district. Occupancy, nurseries, summer and winter quarters are registered, counts are made and this educational trail is maintained!
Due to the geographical location of the town of Asel, surrounded by extensive contiguous forest areas, several hectares of arable and meadow areas, wet meadows with streams, natural wet biotopes, and the immediate proximity to the expanded Kellerwald-Edersee National Park, the population of the bat population, which is still highly threatened, has increased Fortunately, it has stabilized in this region in particular.
Furthermore, the ecological management of agricultural land has contributed to creating improved habitats for this animal species. This circumstance gave the village community the idea of creating the country's first bat nature trail in order to draw attention to the mysterious world of the actually "unknown" animals.
At various stations you can test your knowledge and get lots of interesting information about bats. The information boards and the diorama at the water treading facility provide a lot of information about bats.
If you want to hike the bat nature trail, you can park your car at the DGH and start hiking from there. The path leads through the adjacent forest. The diorama mentioned above is on the grounds of the water treading facility. There are many bat specimens on display here. Here you can marvel at the animals up close.
Path surfaces
- Unknown (26%)Street (1%)Asphalt (8%)gravel (8%)Way (55%)Path (2%)
Best Season
- suitabledepending on the weather
Tour features
Accessibility
refreshment possibility
Family Friendly
Culturally interesting
Flatly
Equipment
- Day hiking backpack (approx. 20 liters) with rain cover, sturdy and comfortable shoes, weather-appropriate and durable clothing in a multi-layer principle, telescopic poles if necessary, sun and rain protection, provisions and drinking water, first aid kit, pocket knife, cell phone,
Arrival & Parking
- How to find usWe recommend arriving by road via the federal highway B252, turning off in Herzhausen L3084 in the direction of Vöhl. In Vöhl then take the K32 junction towards Asel.ParkingAsel village community center parking lot. Free parking spaces.Public transportation
Nearest bus stop(s): Vöhl-Asel Zur Aselbucht
Line(s): 501.2, AST 581.5, AST 585.1
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
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Our tip
A visit to the bat trail can also include a look inside the bat tower. The converted transformer station is normally locked. Here you can admire other nocturnal hunters, such as badgers, foxes, martens, raccoons, a barn owl, and various bat specimens. To arrange a visit, please call the local mayor of Asel-Süd (see www.fledermauslehrpfad.de ).
safety instructions
The nature trail leads through shady forests and open terrain. Occasionally trees may have toppled over and branches may have fallen onto the path. Use of the bat nature trail is at your own risk. You should not walk the nature trail in strong winds, heavy rain or snowfall.
Driving with strollers or wheelchairs is not possible or is only possible to a limited extent. Please keep dogs on a leash! Riding on the bat nature trail is prohibited. Please leave the bat nature trail as you found it so that the next visitor can enjoy it too.
author
Karuna Eckel
