Heringen, a region in the district of Hersfeld-Rotenburg in eastern Hesse, Germany, is situated within the scenic Werratal region along the Werra River. The landscape is characterized by rolling hills, dense forests, and riverbanks, with prominent features such as the unique Monte Kali and the surrounding foothills of the Thuringian Forest, Seulingswald, and Anterior Rhön. This diverse terrain provides a suitable environment for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, road cycling, and more.
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Average rating
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4.2
(5)
10
riders
25.9km
01:37
240m
240m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
(7)
19
riders
30.4km
02:32
460m
460m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.3
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10
riders
26.5km
01:42
260m
260m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
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10
riders
33.7km
02:58
560m
560m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.5
(20)
90
hikers
11.8km
03:16
200m
200m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.4
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55
hikers
11.6km
03:09
160m
170m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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45
hikers
4.33km
01:11
70m
70m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.4
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33
hikers
15.3km
04:16
290m
290m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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4.8
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150
riders
114km
06:52
810m
810m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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34
riders
29.6km
01:57
320m
320m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
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107
riders
56.4km
03:22
330m
330m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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14
riders
31.5km
02:03
380m
380m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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52
riders
58.5km
03:02
1,020m
1,020m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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21
riders
49.8km
02:22
430m
430m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

15
riders
30.8km
01:26
300m
300m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.0
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12
riders
54.4km
02:28
550m
550m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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33
runners
6.75km
00:47
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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107
runners
8.50km
00:53
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11
runners
9.83km
01:06
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
runners
7.26km
00:47
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3.5
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7
riders
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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6
riders
76.2km
05:42
1,220m
1,220m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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14
riders
86.5km
04:59
610m
610m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.0
(1)
2
riders
29.3km
02:15
480m
480m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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Heringen offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Hiking, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Road cycling, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region's diverse landscape, featuring the Werra River and Monte Kali, supports these activities for various skill levels.
Heringen provides diverse hiking opportunities, including routes along the Werra River and trails leading to Monte Kali. The region features rolling hills, dense forests, and riverbanks. For detailed information on specific routes, consult the Hiking around Heringen guide.
Heringen is suitable for mountain biking, with numerous trails winding through forests and over mountain slopes. The area also features a bike park with various routes and elements for different skill levels. More information is available in the MTB Trails around Heringen guide.
Heringen offers routes for both touring and road cycling, often following the Werratal region and its scenic riverbanks. Cyclists can explore the diverse landscape of eastern Hesse. Specific routes are detailed in the Cycling around Heringen and Road Cycling Routes around Heringen guides.
Heringen caters to a wide range of abilities, offering routes that vary from easy, family-friendly options to more demanding challenges. The varied terrain along riverbanks and through forests provides suitable environments for all ages. Specific routes can be found in the relevant sport guides.
Key points of interest include Monte Kali, an impressive potash tailings heap, and the Werra River. The region also features historical castles like Herzberg Castle and Eichhof Castle, which are integrated into the natural environment. Nature reserves such as the Rhäden nature reserve offer additional exploration.
Spring and autumn are considered optimal seasons for outdoor activities in Heringen. During these periods, temperatures are generally mild, and the natural environment displays vibrant colors, enhancing the experience of hiking and cycling.
Heringen is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 15,000 visitors sharing their experiences. The routes in the region have an average rating of 4.55 out of 5 stars, indicating a high level of satisfaction among users.
Komoot offers several guides for Heringen, including Hiking around Heringen, Cycling around Heringen, MTB Trails around Heringen, Road Cycling Routes around Heringen, Running Trails around Heringen, and Gravel biking around Heringen.
For general inquiries, the municipal administration of Heringen (Werra) can be reached by phone at 06624 933-0. Additional information is available on the official website, www.heringen.de.
Heringen offers opportunities for jogging and running, with trails winding through its diverse landscape of forests and riverbanks. For specific routes and details, refer to the Running Trails around Heringen guide.
The terrain in Heringen is characterized by rolling hills, dense forests, and idyllic riverbanks along the Werra River. It includes the foothills of the Thuringian Forest, Seulingswald, and Anterior Rhön, providing varied challenges for different activities.

