· National
· X7
Hard
Herkulesweg - Etappe 6
📏
23.5 km
Distance
⏱
5h 51min
Est. duration
⛰
Hard
Difficulty
➡
Linear
Route type
Bad Wilhelmshöhe - Karlsaue - Eichwald - Heiligenrode - Sensenstein - Königsalm
Covering 23.5 km, this demanding trail is best tackled by experienced walkers in good condition. Budget roughly 5 hours and 13 minutes or consider splitting it across two days.
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. Follow the X7 waymarkers throughout to stay on the official trail line.
As a National Walking Network (NWN) trail, this route represents a nationally recognised hiking corridor. Infrastructure and waymarking are maintained at a high standard.
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Waypoints
5 points along the routeA
Start
· Besucherzentrum Bergpark Wilhelmshöhe
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Finish
· Königsalm
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the total distance of Herkulesweg - Etappe 6?
The total distance of Herkulesweg - Etappe 6 is 23.5 km.
What is the estimated walking time for Herkulesweg - Etappe 6?
The estimated walking time for Herkulesweg - Etappe 6 is approximately 5h 51min.
Is Herkulesweg - Etappe 6 a loop trail?
No, Herkulesweg - Etappe 6 is a linear (point-to-point) trail. It runs from Besucherzentrum Bergpark Wilhelmshöhe to Königsalm. Plan ahead for return transport.
What is the starting point of Herkulesweg - Etappe 6?
The starting point of Herkulesweg - Etappe 6 is Besucherzentrum Bergpark Wilhelmshöhe.
What fitness level is needed for Herkulesweg - Etappe 6?
Herkulesweg - Etappe 6 is rated hard. Prior hiking experience and solid fitness are required.
Who maintains the Herkulesweg - Etappe 6 trail?
Herkulesweg - Etappe 6 is maintained and managed by Hessisch-Waldeckischer Gebirgs- und Heimatverein(HWGHV).
Is Herkulesweg - Etappe 6 part of a larger trail network?
Yes, Herkulesweg - Etappe 6 is part of the National Walking Network (NWN), connecting this route to a wider network of long-distance hiking trails.