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Urwaldsteig Edersee

Worth knowing
The Urwaldsteig Edersee runs for a length of 66 kilometers through Germany.
The difficulty of the trail is rated as demanding and it usually takes 3 days to walk the Urwaldsteig Edersee.
Of course, how long it really takes for the trail depends on the experience and fitness of the hikers.
The drinking water supply is on the way no problem, since there are numerous possibilities to fill up the water supplies.
This can be done, for example, at streams, springs, but also at wells or public facilities. However, the water may have to be filtered before drinking!
On the trail you are self-sufficient.
But at irregular intervals (at least every few days) there is the possibility to buy food.
This needs to be planned accordingly and it can only be recommended to contact the aid stations and check the opening hours.
You can stay overnight on campsites.
Wild camping is not allowed As always, leave behind no traces . Rubbish has to be taken away and nature has to be respected and protected!
Campfires are currently prohibited. However, this can change at any time.
Therefore, please be sure to pay attention to public notices and a possible risk of forest fires..
In addition, new fireplaces should never be built, but existing ones should be used.
Facts about Urwaldsteig Edersee
Difficulty
- demanding
Length
66 km
Elevation gain
2.050 m
Elevation loss
2.050 m
Highest Point
525 m
Lowest Point
Eder / 204 m
Round Trip?
Yes
Walk in both directions?
Yes
66 km
2.050 m
2.050 m
525 m
Eder
204 m
You have the following accommodation options on the Urwaldsteig Edersee
- on campsites
Solitude on the Urwaldsteig Edersee
You come to villages several times a day and often meet people
The best time to hike the Urwaldsteig Edersee is:
January
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Arrival to the Urwaldsteig Edersee
You will arrive via Frankfurt am Main Airport.
You can get to Starting point via Bus / Zug. Duration approx. 4 hours.
Departure from the Urwaldsteig Edersee
Departure is via Frankfurt am Main Airport.
You can get to the airport per Bus / Zug. Takes about 4 hours.
Useful links to the Urwaldsteig Edersee
- Official website of the trail
- The following websites offer you further information: Link 1 Link 2
- You can find a PDF with further information here:
Our recommendation for hiking maps and hiking guides to the Urwaldsteig Edersee
Map and elevation profile of the Urwaldsteig Edersee
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