--- title: "Ederseebahn-Radweg - In the footsteps of the old Edersee Railway" url: "https://www.nordhessenerleben.de/en/tour/ederseebahn-radweg-in-the-footsteps-of-the-old-edersee-railway" description: "The Hanseatic city of Korbach, the town of Waldeck and the municipality of Edertal invite you to a tour on one of the most spectacular bike paths in Hesse. Discover the Waldecker Land on the former route of the Ederseebahn, which once connected the Ruhr area or Amsterdam with the spa town of Bad Wildungen. The asphalted cycle path is suitable for all cyclists with a maximum gradient of two percent. Refreshment stops along the way offer recreation, if nevertheless once a break is desired. Along the way, many a relic bears witness to the railroad's past: picturesque bridges, old train stations, two tunnels and, above all, the 28-meter-high and 180 meters long viaduct in Waldeck-Selbach, a highlight of the tour.The entrance to the Ederseebahn cycle path is on the southern outskirts of Korbach. Here there are good parking and rest facilities (also for motor homes), a repair station as well as information boards with information about the city of Korbach and the bike paths around the city. A restored historic locomotive and old signaling equipment are reminders of the old railroad line." language: "en" type: "SportsActivityLocation" image: "https://dam.destination.one/939685/dedae0cd7e36e75a05a219bd64be8fad2e99e1f72e3491f1e27f4852eb975490/radknoten-korbach-mit-lok.jpg" breadcrumb: "Root > [Translate to English:] WelcomePlus > Special > Destination.Data Details > Tour" --- GPX ShareBookmark Bookmark Ederseebahn-Radweg - In the footsteps of the old Edersee Railway ================================================================ - 26.10 km long - Difficulty: easy - Condition: very easy - Great panorama - regional bike tour - Cycling tour Radknoten Korbach mit Lok Infotafel Radknoten Korbach Ederseebahn-Radweg - 2:01 h - 26.10 km - 107 m - 249 m - 241 m - 389 m - 148 m - - Start: Parking lot bike hub Korbach - Destination: Parking lot "Am Michelskopf" in Edertal-Buhlen The Ederseebahn cycle path is the attraction for cyclists in the Waldecker Land region. From the Hanseatic town of Korbach to Buhlen on Lake Edersee or the other way around, this family-friendly former railroad route leads. The Hanseatic city of Korbach, the town of Waldeck and the municipality of Edertal invite you to a tour on one of the most spectacular bike paths in Hesse. Discover the Waldecker Land on the former route of the Ederseebahn, which once connected the Ruhr area or Amsterdam with the spa town of Bad Wildungen. The asphalted cycle path is suitable for all cyclists with a maximum gradient of two percent. Refreshment stops along the way offer recreation, if nevertheless once a break is desired. Along the way, many a relic bears witness to the railroad's past: picturesque bridges, old train stations, two tunnels and, above all, the 28-meter-high and 180 meters long viaduct in Waldeck-Selbach, a highlight of the tour. The entrance to the Ederseebahn cycle path is on the southern outskirts of Korbach. Here there are good parking and rest facilities (also for motor homes), a repair station as well as information boards with information about the city of Korbach and the bike paths around the city. A restored historic locomotive and old signaling equipment are reminders of the old railroad line. Read more Good to know ------------ Pavements Asphalt (100%) Best to visit suitable Depends on weather - Jan - Feb - Mar - Apr - May - Jun - Jul - Aug - Sep - Oct - Nov - Dec Directions The average gradient of the entire route is only 2%, making it ideal not only for families with children. In addition to the two endpoints of the trail, there are other entry points, such as the adjacent villages or designated parking areas. Round off your trip with a visit to the historic old town of Korbach, with its attractive pedestrian zone, or make a detour to one of the picturesque villages along the route. Those who have completed the entire distance can refresh themselves with a cool swim in the Edersee! Read more Route markings Read more Equipment General Bicycle: Safe bicycle, bicycle helmet, day cycling backpack (approximately 20 liters) with rain cover, comfortable sports shoes, if necessary cycling shoes, weather-appropriate and durable clothing in layers, if necessary cycling jersey, if necessary cycling gloves, bicycle pump, bicycle tool kit, sun and rain protection, provisions and drinking water, water bottle and suitable holder, first aid kit, pocket knife, mobile phone, if necessary mobile phone holder for the handlebars, if necessary headlamp and reflectors, maps.E-Bike: Optional spare battery, charger, bicycle helmet, day cycling backpack (approximately 20 liters) with rain cover, comfortable sports shoes, if necessary cycling shoes, weather-appropriate and durable clothing in layers, if necessary cycling jersey, if necessary cycling gloves, bicycle pump, bicycle tool kit, sun and rain protection, provisions and drinking water, water bottle and suitable holder, first aid kit, pocket knife, mobile phone, if necessary mobile phone holder for the handlebars, if necessary headlamp and reflectors, maps. Read more Directions & Parking facilities **Getting there**The journey by road to Korbach is recommended via thefederal roads B251 and B252. The start of the cycle path begins at aboutheight of the street "Wildunger Landstraße" No. 22. Read more **Public transportation**reachable by train and busNearest bus stop: Korbach SüdLines: 501, 504, 510, 501.1, 510.1, AST 581.11, AST 580.2, AST 581.1,AST 581.3, AST 581.4, AST 581.5, AST 581.6, AST 581.7, AST 581.8, AST581.9, partly SEV Read more Documents Read more Author Korbach-Information Organization Regionalmanagement Nordhessen GmbH34117 Kassel License (master data) Korbach-Information Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author A loop from Korbach via Edertal-Buhlen, continuing on the Eder-Radweg towards the west, to Herzhausen (a short train ride back to Korbach) makes for a great, low-gradient day trip and round tour! Read more Nearby ------ View on map - Event - guided tour/tour - guided tour/tour - exhibition - Place of interest - info point - parking garage/parking spot - amusement park - Tours 238.65 km - Cycling tour 26.05 km - regional bike tour 20.96 km - regional bike tour Contact **Korbach-Information** Prof.-Bier-Straße 15 34497 Korbach Download GPX file - - - -