Jungle path Edersee: Stage Hemfurth Bringhausen
- 3: 25 pm
- 10,09 km
- 428 m
- 297 m
- 204 m
- 525 m
- 321 m
- Start: Uniper Standsteilbahn car park (valley station) Edertal-Hemfurth
- Destination: National Park entrance and hiking car park "Kirchweg" Edertal-Bringhausen
From the parking lot of the Uniper (formerly E.ON) funicular railway in Hemfurth, the path first leads up a small slope and then in further serpentines into the national park to the Großer Hegekopf.
On a short route you overcome approx. 200 meters of altitude. If the climb is too strenuous for you, take the funicular to “Peterskopf” and from there take the marked access path to the main route of the Urwaldsteig.
Soon you will pass through the natural forest at the “Weißen Stein” and pass the western flank of the large high storage basin. Here you also have one of the most spectacular panoramic views in the region, get your camera ready!
Later you will immerse yourself on narrow paths in the extensive, old beech stands of the national park.
The next stop is the “Sauermilchplatz”, where a refuge invites you to take a break. At Daudenberg, the main path leads through the blocky southwest slopes, which drop steeply to the Keßbachtal.
After circling the interesting mountain range, you can descend to Bringhausen on the branching access road.
Good to know
Path surfaces
- Unknown (1%)gravel (2%)Way (12%)Path (85%)
Best Season
- suitabledepending on the weather
Tour features
Accessibility
refreshment possibility
Family Friendly
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, if necessary .Headlamp, maps
Arrival & Parking
- ParkingUniper funicular car park (valley station) Edertal-Hemfurth. Free parking spaces.Public transportation
Nearest bus stop/s at the start of the stage: Edertal-Hemfurth Eder Bridge
Line/s: 503,515, AST 583.1, AST 583.2
Nearest bus stop/s at the end of the stage: Edertal-Bringhausen Mitte
Line/s: 515, AST 583.1
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
Books
Jungle path Edersee Brochure - Hiking in the wild nature in the Kellerwald Nature and National Park-Edersee 84 pages, approx. 65 photos and 17 maps ISBN 3-932583-14-0
Kellerwaldsteig with Urwaldsteig Edersee (The path is the destination) (3rd revised edition 2019) ISBN 978-3-86686-623-2 Conrad Stein Verlag
author
Karuna Eckel
Organization
Edersee | Your region: wild, colorful, healthy.
Our tip
- Don't be put off by the cell phone mast on Peterskopf. Here you will find the most beautiful panoramic view in the region!
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.
Use of the Urwaldsteig is at your own risk. You should not walk the Urwaldsteig in strong winds, heavy rain or snowfall.
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)
