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Loccum-Volkenroda pilgrim's way – From monastery to monastery
17 days
1-6 h/day
295km
4,560m
4,310m
Even today, the two places are closely connected. The 295-kilometer-long Loccum-Volkenroda pilgrimage route, opened in 2005, leads from monastery to monastery. Mainly through Lower Saxony and Thuringia, you hike through varied low mountain landscapes, historic towns and charming village idylls on 17 stages, passing countless churches, chapels and monasteries as well as the former inner German border.
At the starting and ending point, you will find a sculpture by the artist Karl Imfeld. Both works form the group 'Beginning and End'. At these pilgrimage sites, your hike on the Loccum-Volkenroda pilgrimage route begins and ends, regardless of which direction you choose. The path takes you to very different places on your pilgrimage. You hike over the gentle hills of the Weserbergland, through the heights of Vogler and Solling and pass through wide meadows in the Eichsfeld. In the embracing silence of the mixed forests, through which you walk, you will find peace and distance from the noise of the world.
Whether alone, with friends or family - the easy to walk route with its gentle ascents is suitable for pilgrims, long-distance hikers and those who want to become one. No special knowledge is required. The pilgrimage route can basically be hiked all year round, but the warmer months are recommended. In addition to sturdy footwear, you should bring weatherproof and warm clothing, a headgear and sun protection.
Due to the good infrastructure, it is usually sufficient to bring provisions for one to two days. You should always have enough water, about two liters, with you. At many stage destinations, various catering options await you. Here you can usually also stay in hotels or guesthouses after prior booking. If you want to stay overnight in the inexpensive pilgrim accommodations along the way, remember to bring a sleeping bag and a mat. You can find more information about the pilgrim accommodations here: loccum-volkenroda.de/downloads/merkmale/internet/angebot-1.pdf.
You can easily reach the starting point of the hike by public transport. From Wunstorf station near Hanover, take the bus to Rehburg and change there to the bus to Loccum. At the end of your pilgrimage, take the bus from Volkenroda to Mühlhausen and change there at the station to the train that will take you home.
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Pilgrim's Way Loccum-Volkenroda
294km
4,460m
4,220m
Last updated: November 4, 2024
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1. Stage 1: From Loccum to Stadthagen – Pilgrim's Way Loccum-Volkenroda
21.8km
05:35
100m
70m
Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
2. Stage 2: From Stadthagen to Rehren – Pilgrim's Way Loccum-Volkenroda
18.8km
05:09
330m
240m
Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3. Stage 3: From Rehren to Fischbeck – Pilgrim's Way Loccum-Volkenroda
16.1km
04:19
170m
260m
Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
5. Stage 5: From Hameln to Lüntorf - Pilgrim's Way Loccum-Volkenroda
17.2km
04:49
380m
230m
Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
6. Stage 6: From Lüntorf to Bodenwerder - Pilgrim's Way Loccum-Volkenroda
15.5km
04:12
160m
300m
Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
7. Stage 7: From Bodenwerder to Kirchbrak – Pilgrim's Way Loccum-Volkenroda
7.99km
02:24
260m
220m
Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
8. Stage 8: From Kirchbrak to Amelungsborn – Pilgrim's Way Loccum-Volkenroda
10.8km
03:11
360m
270m
Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
10. Stage 10: From Silberborn to Uslar - Pilgrim's Way Loccum-Volkenroda
19.0km
05:27
300m
570m
Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
11. Stage 11: From Uslar to Bursfelde – Pilgrim's Way Loccum-Volkenroda
19.6km
05:31
390m
430m
Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
13. Stage 13: From Dransfeld to Friedland - Pilgrim's Way Loccum-Volkenroda
24.8km
06:46
340m
460m
Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Collection Stats
Activities
17
Distance
295 km
Duration
80:47 h
Elevation
4,560 m
4,310 m
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