Kassel
The southern part of the Hohe Habichtswald adjoins the UNESCO World Heritage Bergpark, which, although it has a dense network of beautiful hiking trails, today appears rather natural and untamed. The hike starts at the tram stop “Kassel Druseltal” and first leads toward Brasselsberg along the Dönchebach to the historic trail junction Kaffeemühle. Basalt and lignite from the Habichtswald were important materials for building and landscape design for several centuries and also served as a source of energy. Along the route, traces of landscape alterations for raw material extraction can be seen. Especially at Teufelseck, impressive outcrops are visible, which are due to basalt quarrying in the 18th century, when Herkules and Bergpark were created. Passing the amphibian protection area “Sieben Teiche” and Birkenkopf, the route now leads to the southern tip of the Habichtswald, the Baunsberg, whose core has been designated a nature reserve with bizarre basalt formations and block scree slopes. From Baunsberg, the dynamically grown urban area of Baunatal can be viewed well. The descent leads through the generously designed city park to the market square, where, as every year, vendors and clubs invite visitors to a cozy Christmas market, where you can round off the hike with a snack or a hot drink. Nature Park Guide: Jörg Daniel Information: Route length approx. 12 km. Point-to-point hike! The group does not return to the starting point! From Baunatal city center, bus line 51 takes you back to Kassel to the Druseltal stop.
