Diemeltaler Schmetterlings-Steig

Unique natural treasures await you along the way: colorful butterflies, rare orchids and herb-scented juniper heaths. At the right time of year, the scent of fresh wild garlic fills the air in many places, covering the beech forest floor. Here you can leave the hustle and bustle of everyday life behind you and enjoy the tranquillity of nature. The open limestone grasslands above the Diemel offer wonderful views far across the Diemel valley. In the valleys, you hike through tranquil half-timbered villages and small towns.
Sights such as the German Huguenot Museum in Bad Karlshafen, the moated castle of Wülmersen and the breathtaking Weser Skywalk are just waiting to be discovered. The Diemeltaler Schmetterlingssteig can also be easily combined with a cycle tour on the Diemel cycle path or a canoe tour on the natural river. In any case, you will experience pure nature here with many other possibilities.
The Schmetterlingssteig trail alternates between gently ascending the limestone slopes and then descending again into the Diemel valley. In many places, hosts invite you to linger. So simply enjoy several days in the Diemel valley and hike in several stages. Cross-connections in the valleys also allow you to hike different rounds on the Diemeltaler Schmetterlingssteig - ideal for day or half-day hikes. The length and duration vary depending on the route chosen.