Jungle path Edersee: Stage Herzhausen Asel
- 3: 20 pm
- 10,94 km
- 189 m
- 214 m
- 241 m
- 316 m
- 75 m
- Start: National Park entrance and hiking car park "National Park Centre" near Vöhl-Herzhausen
- Destination: Hiking car park "Strieder Eiche" near Vöhl-Asel
From Herzhausen or the slightly upstream Kirchlotheim, the Urwaldsteig leads first through the fields above the Teichmann Camping and Holiday Park (National Park Centre), circles the Ochsenbühl and then reaches the reservoir root of the Edersees at the Eder Bridge near Herzhausen.
You walk along the waterfront promenade of the EderseeIt overlooks the "Ederufer bei Herzhausen" nature reserve – a waterfowl paradise. When the water recedes, pioneer plants cover the lake bed and, together with extensive sedge marshes, shape the landscape of the so-called "Ederfeld."
Behind Herzhausen the path follows the steep Edersee-slopes.
Below the Hochstein you cross an impressive rubble slope with rustic forest stands. Views of the lake always invite you to linger.
At the Hohefahrt you climb uphill to the next slope path, which leads you safely to Asel.
Good to know
Path surfaces
- Street (4%)Asphalt (6%)gravel (13%)Way (64%)Path (13%)
Best Season
- suitabledepending on the weather
Tour features
Accessibility
refreshment possibility
Culturally interesting
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
- ParkingNational park entrance and hiking car park “NationalparkZentrum” near Vöhl-Herzhausen. Free parking spaces.Public transportation
Nearest bus stop/s at the start of the stage: Vöhl-Herzhausen National Park Center
Line/s: 501, 521, AST 581.11, AST 581.5, AST 585.1
Nearest bus stop/s at the end of the stage: Vöhl-Asel To Aselbucht
Line/s: 501.2, AST 581.5, AST 585.1
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, the “AST-Taxi” (CallSammelTaxi) should also be included in the planning. With the CallSammelTaxis (AST), the NVV ensures mobility on routes that are not in great demand. Instead of taking the bus, you can travel here in normal taxis or rental cars. AST also have fixed timetables - you just have to register your wish to travel by telephone (usually) up to 30 minutes before the journey. Also remember that AST only run when there are no normal buses running at the same time.
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
- The old Aseler Bridge near Asel usually appears from late summer to late autumn. Take a quiet walk over here again...
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)
