· National
· X7
Hard
Herkulesweg - Etappe 2
📏
18.5 km
Distance
⏱
4h 36min
Est. duration
⛰
Hard
Difficulty
➡
Linear
Route type
Hommershausen - Dalwigksthal - Fürstenberg - Herzhausen
Covering 18.5 km, this is a substantial hike requiring a reasonable base fitness. Most walkers complete it in about 4 hours and 6 minutes.
This linear trail moves from one end to the other without looping back. A return journey by transport — or retracing the path — is needed to get back to the start. The trail is officially waymarked as X7, so look out for the trail markers along the way.
This route is part of the National Walking Network (NWN) — a flagship trail maintained to national standards, often following scenic or historically significant corridors.
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Waypoints
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Start
· Hommershausen, Bushaltestelle Hommershausen, Frankenberg (Eder)
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Finish
· Herzhausen
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the Herkulesweg - Etappe 2 hiking route?
Herkulesweg - Etappe 2 is 18.5 km long.
How much time should I allow for Herkulesweg - Etappe 2?
Most walkers allow around 4h 36min for Herkulesweg - Etappe 2 at a comfortable pace.
Is Herkulesweg - Etappe 2 a circular or linear route?
Herkulesweg - Etappe 2 is a linear route, not a loop. It runs from Hommershausen, Bushaltestelle Hommershausen, Frankenberg (Eder) to Herzhausen. Return transport from the finish point is recommended.
Where does Herkulesweg - Etappe 2 start?
Herkulesweg - Etappe 2 starts at Hommershausen, Bushaltestelle Hommershausen, Frankenberg (Eder).
Is Herkulesweg - Etappe 2 suitable for beginners?
Herkulesweg - Etappe 2 is not recommended for beginners. Good fitness and trail experience are needed.
Who maintains the Herkulesweg - Etappe 2 trail?
Herkulesweg - Etappe 2 is maintained and managed by Hessisch-Waldeckischer Gebirgs- und Heimatverein(HWGHV).
Is Herkulesweg - Etappe 2 part of a larger trail network?
Yes, Herkulesweg - Etappe 2 is part of the National Walking Network (NWN), connecting this route to a wider network of long-distance hiking trails.