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title: "Places in North Hesse"
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description: "The North Hesse region is waiting to be discovered by you. There are castles, palaces and historic half-timbered towns nestled in a fairytale setting. Numerous hiking trails and cycle paths invite you to experience the low mountain range. There is a variety of experiences for families and children."
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Excursion destinations in the region
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Experience Nordhessen - in Germany's fairytale centre
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Young towns with unique museum landscapes next to ancient forests and romantic half-timbered towns. The cultural package of centuries-old castles and palaces alternates with offers of sporting diversity and exciting new experiences. Challenging routes through the low mountain range delight hikers and cyclists alike. And traditional North Hessian specialities and star cuisine go hand in hand in the GrimmHeimat NordHessen. Discover the region where opposites attract!

Blick von Schloss Waldeck auf den Edersee

Zwei Personen wandern in einer Heidenlandschaft

Zwei Personen sparzieren durch den Torbogen in der Stadtmauer von Grebenstein

Frau spielt auf einer 3D-Minigolfbahn

Mädchen läuft mit Hund am Ufer des Sees entlang 

Familie steht bei einem Hängebauchschwein

Vogelperspektive von Minigolfanlage

Zwei Personen stehen im Kloster Haina und staunen über das Bauwerk

Wasserwand 

Pärchen sitzt am Brunnen in der Altstadt von Bad Wildungen

Ein Pärchen macht eine Rast am Radweg

 Interesting facts about the region
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50 Hectares

This is the size of the largest spa park in Europe, which is located in the North Hessian spa town of Bad Wildungen.

1200 years

This is how old the large-leaved lime tree in Schenklengsfeld in northern Hesse is, making it probably the oldest tree in Germany.

150000 Cherry trees

That is how many cherry trees the town of Witzenhausen and the surrounding area are home to, making it the largest closed cherry-growing area in Europe.