The Region
The Premier Vacation Region
Discover North Hesse around Edersee and Kellerwald.
We openly admit it – we are head over heels in love: with our home, its green forests, vibrant meadows, and the gentle hills of the Upland. The Kellerwald and its surroundings form a natural paradise that makes hearts beat faster – with three glittering lakes, vast fields, and a landscape that seems straight out of a picture book.
Experience the region – your adventure begins here. Whether it’s peaceful strolls under ancient canopies, exciting day trips, or spontaneous discovery tours – the possibilities in our vacation region are almost limitless. Hiking, cycling, fishing, canoeing, exploring castles, or simply pausing and enjoying the view… every day becomes an experience.
To make it easier for you to get started, here’s a selection of inspiring websites that introduce you to the most beautiful worlds of experience, excursion destinations, and activities – from secret spots to true classics.
And the best part: With the MeineCardPlus, which every one of our guests receives free of charge, a whole world of possibilities opens up to you – public transport, many admissions, offers, and experiences are included.
© Image: Heinrich Kowalski
- 595 sq km Nature Park
- > 9000 km Hiking Trails
- 3 Ski Resorts
- 3 Lakes
- > 100 Museums
- 5 Low Mountain Ranges
- > 500 km Bike Trails
The Overlook Lodge is located in the heart of the Kellerwald-Edersee Nature Park – just a few meters from the entrance to the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park. Nestled in the pristine landscape of GrimmHeimat North Hesse, it offers direct access to one of Europe’s last great beech forests, which is a UNESCO World Natural Heritage site.
Leave everyday life behind and enjoy the tranquility of centuries-old forests, clear lakes, gentle hills, and blooming meadows. Here, the National Park unfolds its wild beauty – a place where body and soul find harmony.
The Overlook Lodge offers all the amenities for a pleasant stay and is the ideal starting point for hikes, nature experiences, and discoveries in the heart of this unique protected area.
© Image: Ippolit Vikhorev
MeineCardPlus
The MeineCardPlus* grants you access to numerous experiences in GrimmHeimat North Hesse. Museums, thermal baths, animal parks, guided tours, or outdoor activities – many regional offers are available to you at no additional cost. The card is all you need at the ticket office, and admission is already included.
Mobility is also included: With the MeineCardPlus, you can travel free of charge on buses and trains of the North Hessian transport association. Your journey to Overlook Lodge can thus begin relaxed and environmentally friendly – directly into the tranquility of the Kellerwald and the Edersee experience.
*The MeineCardPlus is available free of charge to all our guests during their stay at Overlook Lodge.
Kellerwald-Edersee National Park
Embark on a wilderness adventure!
The Overlook Lodge is just a few meters from the entrance to the National Park. Your perfect starting point for a nature adventure.
The Waldecker Land
Dense forests, lakes with crystal-clear water, gentle hills, and vast meadows – the Waldecker Land, located in the heart of Germany, is characterized by incredible diversity.
Edersee
Your region: wild, colorful, healthy.
Greentrails
Europe’s largest mountain bike trail project. Mountain bike trails for the whole family. Discover 200 km of trails and 200 km of connecting paths in the beautiful nature of North Hesse.
Diemelsee
The Natural Gem in Sauerland
GrimmHeimat North Hesse
A journey through the homeland of the Brothers Grimm.
Willingen & the Upland
more. than you expect