Gehrdener Rundwanderweg

It goes straight up to the Katharienberg. You walk through a beautiful avenue of venerable old lime and chestnut trees. The path, which also serves as a Way of the Cross, leads up to the chapel there and plays an important role in Gehrden, especially on Easter weekends. A pergola leads through a species-rich hedge to a meadow orchard. This is grazed by cattle and there is a short section here with an Alpine feel.
The fruit trees, which are tended voluntarily by the villagers, also line the rest of the path. Community tree pruning campaigns take place in spring and the harvest in autumn.
The areas in the north of Gehrden, which used to be used as a grove, are characterized by centuries-old imposing oaks, which stand at large intervals in a meadow and fields. The hiking trail runs between them and young trees have already been replanted to preserve the character of the landscape.
The trail then descends back to the village center, through which the Öse flows. Shortly before the village, this is divided into the natural stream and a small mill canal. Information boards on fish stocks line the path, which leads idyllically along the mill canal.
Before the end of the tour, hikers can look forward to some special highlights. The magnificent monastery church from the 12th century with its magnificent interior is located in a green area. Right next to it is Gehrden Castle, a former monastery building which is now used as a hotel and restaurant. The nearby castle park is home to 2 trees of national significance, the 12 Apostle lime tree and a mighty sycamore maple.