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Regierungsbezirk Kassel

Schwalm-Eder-Kreis

Gilserberg

Alte Schmiede Hut – Helenenquelle loop from Gilserberg

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Germany

Hesse

Regierungsbezirk Kassel

Schwalm-Eder-Kreis

Gilserberg

Alte Schmiede Hut – Helenenquelle loop from Gilserberg

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Alte Schmiede Hut – Helenenquelle loop from Gilserberg

02:22

25.6km

440m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

Last updated: May 7, 2026

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Includes segments that go up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 20.2 km for 45 m

After 20.4 km for 45 m

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5.07 km

View of the Fields in Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park

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8.20 km

Model of the Rommershäuser Hammer

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Around 1600, an iron forge was built here to use the minerals available in the mountains. More details are on the notice board.

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8.49 km

Alte Schmiede Hut

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

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10.7 km

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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20.3 km

Schönstein Castle Ruins

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The Schönstein castle ruins are a bit overgrown, but still a worthwhile detour. The ruins are romantic.

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25.2 km

Gilserberg Adventure Playground

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great adventure playground

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25.6 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

18.6 km

3.50 km

2.17 km

1.35 km

Surfaces

16.9 km

5.39 km

3.17 km

< 100 m

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Highest point (420 m)

Lowest point (290 m)

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Thursday 16 July

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Alte Schmiede Hut – Helenenquelle loop from Gilserberg

View of the Fields in Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park

Model of the Rommershäuser Hammer

View of Kellerwald

Alte Schmiede Hut

Helenenquelle

Schönstein Castle Ruins

Gilserberg Adventure Playground

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