Quernst Route (Cross-path for ALL) - Hiking in the Kellerwald National ParkEdersee
- 0: 57 pm
- 3,55 km
- 72 m
- 72 m
- 485 m
- 557 m
- 72 m
- Start: National Park entrance and parking lot “KellerwaldUhr” Frankenau
- Destination: National Park entrance and parking lot “KellerwaldUhr” Frankenau
The Quernst Route leads through a turbulent history and emerging wilderness. It shows how old boundaries are disappearing and opens the senses to new relationships between humankind and nature. Hikers follow the symbol of the Quernst Chapel along natural paths.
The power of nature is revealed on old windthrow areas along the Quernstpfad. A guided tour with the ranger over decaying roots and through young, emerging forest is recommended. Here the hiker has leisure to contemplatively engage with the emerging wilderness.
Cross path for ALL
If you use the same path along the Twitter boxes on both the outward and return journeys, the Quernst route becomes the "Crossroads for ALL" and can easily be used with electric scooters, wheelchairs and families with strollers!
Good to know
Path surfaces
- Unknown (22%)gravel (61%)Way (17%)
Best Season
- suitabledepending on the weather
Tour features
Accessibility
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, maps
Arrival & Parking
- ParkingNational park entrance and parking lot “Kellerwalduhr” Frankenau. Free parking spaces.Public transportation
Nearest bus stop/s: Frankenau Kellerwald clock
Line/s: AST 584.14, AST 583.5, AST 583.7, AST 584.4
NVV service phone: 0800-939-0800
All connections including AST taxi connections can be clearly seen via the NVV timetable information - www.nvv.de/fahrplanauskunft
Tip for the smartphone - Download the “NVV Mobil” app in the respective app store before the tour!
In general it should "AST-Taxi" (call shared taxi) be included in the planning. With the call-to-collect taxis (AST), the NVV ensures mobility on routes that are not in such high demand. Instead of taking the bus, you can travel here in normal taxis or rental cars. AST also have fixed timetables - all you have to do is (usually) call in to request a trip up to 30 minutes before the trip. Also consider that AST only operate if no normal buses are running parallel.
Call shared taxi center: +49 (0) 5631-5062088
More information / links
author
Karuna Eckel
Organization
Edersee | Your region: wild, colorful, healthy.
Our tip
- Download the Actionbound App Download and embark on a digital scavenger hunt through the Kellerwald National Park-EderseeAlong the GPS route you will receive exciting information and special features about the protected area.
The Quernst-Bound trail starts and ends at the Kellerwald Clock. Learn fascinating facts about the life cycle of the European beech, historical forest use, and the connection between bark beetle infestations and climate change.
Duration: 2 to 2,5 hours
The Quernst Chapel, which is usually open, invites you to linger. In the open area you also have a gigantic view into the distance. The flyer, see links, gives some interesting insights into the history.
The Quernst route or "Cross path for ALLThis route is one of the accessible tours in the national park and is therefore also suitable for electric scooters, wheelchairs, and families with strollers. Please note that you should use the same path along the birdwatching boxes on both the outward and return journeys, as the cross-path on the east side is not accessible.
Opposite the Quernst Chapel there is a disabled-accessible toilet and below the chapel there is a tactile, scale model of the Quernst Chapel for the visually impaired.
safety instructions
- The forests in the national park are not used for forestry purposes. Old trees and those at risk of breakage will not be removed. Trees can tip over and branches fall onto the paths. Visiting the national park and using all paths is therefore at your own risk! Please do not go into the forest in strong winds, heavy rain or snowfall.
This disturbs nature
Our natural heritage is protected in the national park. People are guests here. Nature requires special consideration. Therefore, please observe the behavioral instructions.
Nature is severely disturbed by the following actions:
- Don't scare animals
- Do not deviate from the marked paths
- Please be quiet so as not to scare animals
- Do not carelessly dispose of empty cans, bottles and other rubbish in the landscape
- Do not pick plants
- Do not light fires in the national park
- Keep your dog on a leash so that he doesn't startle any animals
- Park in the designated areas
- Camping is not permitted in the national park. Take advantage of the official offers.
Way markings
You can reach the special features of the national park via the marked hiking trails. Circular trails from the national park's hiking car parks are marked with animal or plant symbols. There are “sign trees” with place names at selected crossroads. They are landmarks for the hiker.
Rescue points
The official rescue points (e.g. KB-426) are entered/marked on the maps and signs on site in the national park. If you are injured, you can inform the emergency services (telephone: 112) of the relevant point. Unfortunately, the cell phone network is not comprehensive.
Liability
No liability is assumed for the accuracy of the information in the text and maps.
Map
Adventure region Edersee - ISBN 9783866969160 (2nd edition 2018) - mr-kartographie, engineering office and publisher (1:25.000)
Hiking and cycling map Edersee - ISBN 978-3-86973-192-6 (11th edition) - Cartographic Municipal Publishing Company mbH (1:25.000)
Hiking and cycling map Kellerwald-Edersee - ISBN 978-3-86973-189-6 - Cartographic Municipal Publishing Company mbH (1:33.000)
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