· Regional
· KS
Hard
Kasselsteig Etappe 6
📏
20.6 km
Distance
⏱
5h 8min
Est. duration
⛰
Hard
Difficulty
➡
Linear
Route type
Heiligenrode - Gut Windhausen - Steinertsee - Oberkaufungen
Covering 20.6 km, this demanding trail is best tackled by experienced walkers in good condition. Budget roughly 4 hours and 35 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 KS waymarkers throughout to stay on the official trail line.
This trail forms part of the Regional Walking Network (RWN), linking local communities and natural features across the region. Waymarking is managed at the regional level.
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Waypoints
5 points along the routeA
Start
· Heiligenrode Wicher Straße, Niestetal
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Finish
· Oberkaufungen Bahnhof, Kaufungen
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the total distance of Kasselsteig Etappe 6?
The total distance of Kasselsteig Etappe 6 is 20.6 km.
What is the estimated walking time for Kasselsteig Etappe 6?
The estimated walking time for Kasselsteig Etappe 6 is approximately 5h 8min.
Is Kasselsteig Etappe 6 a loop trail?
No, Kasselsteig Etappe 6 is a linear (point-to-point) trail. It runs from Heiligenrode Wicher Straße, Niestetal to Oberkaufungen Bahnhof, Kaufungen. Plan ahead for return transport.
What is the starting point of Kasselsteig Etappe 6?
The starting point of Kasselsteig Etappe 6 is Heiligenrode Wicher Straße, Niestetal.
What fitness level is needed for Kasselsteig Etappe 6?
Kasselsteig Etappe 6 is rated hard. Prior hiking experience and solid fitness are required.
Who maintains the Kasselsteig Etappe 6 trail?
Kasselsteig Etappe 6 is maintained and managed by Hessisch-Waldeckischer Gebirgsverein(HWGV).