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Hesse
Regierungsbezirk Kassel
Schwalm-Eder-Kreis
Gilserberg

Helenenquelle – Alte Schmiede Hut loop from Schönau

Moderate

5.0

(7)

42

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Helenenquelle – Alte Schmiede Hut loop from Schönau

02:11

7.77km

160m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 9, 2026

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Naturpark Kellerwald-Edersee

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

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1

1.71 km

Bench at the trail junction in Naturpark Kellerwald-Edersee

Highlight • Rest Area

2

2.32 km

Some of the non-native trees that are already quite large - I would say coastal firs and sequoias. Exciting...

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4

2.71 km

Helenenquelle

Highlight • Natural Monument

The Helenenquelle (not to be confused with the Helenenquelle near Bad Wildungen) pours refreshing water.
Above is a stone with an inscription.
Some benches are at the source, but they are not that inviting 😬.

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5

2.97 km

Alte Schmiede Hut

Highlight • Mountain Hut

This hut Alte Schmiede looks a bit neglected, but can be used for a rest (outdoor area).

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6

3.40 km

On this stage, the Kellerwaldsteig runs for many kilometers through beautiful beech forests.

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7

6.25 km

Kyramide Shelter

Highlight • Mountain Hut

The great refuge near Schönau, not far from the ruins of Schönstein Castle, invites you to take a break!
The history of the Schönau Ascension Festival is described inside.

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8

6.42 km

An interestingly designed board and slide show on the village history.

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7.77 km

End point

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.98 km

908 m

883 m

Surfaces

4.46 km

1.78 km

772 m

621 m

134 m

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Highest point (420 m)

Lowest point (300 m)

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Wednesday 7 October

15°C

6°C

31 %

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Comments

April 28, 2024,Runde Schönau Burgruine - Helenquwelle
Broken 🙈 for me it was a strenuous hike today, @Gerhard 🥾🎒🚴‍♂️🍁

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