Ungedanken: Hiking and History on the BĂĽraberg
Accommodation in Ungedanken
Ungedanken lies in the Eder Valley at the foot of the BĂĽraberg, 280 m above sea level. The choice of trails and historical sites offer different ways to plan your stay around your activity level or interests.
Hiking Trails in Ungedanken
Five hiking trails are designated in Ungedanken. Their lengths range from the DoornkaathĂĽttenweg to the Grenzweg:
- DoornkaathĂĽttenweg: 4.5 km
- BĂĽrabergtour: 5.0 km
- Ameisenweg: 5.0 km
- Rothhelmshausentour: 6.5 km
- Grenzweg: 14.5 km
Two of the designated routes are each 5.0 km long; the Rothhelmshausentour is a little longer at 6.5 km. The shortest route is the 4.5 km DoornkaathĂĽttenweg, and the longest is the 14.5 km Grenzweg. These figures give you a clear basis for comparing routes by distance.
The U1 BĂĽrabergtour starts at the multifunctional building. One section of the tour is part of the Ars Natura art trail. The U2 Ameisenweg focuses on views of the Ostenbach Valley. Numerous anthills in the area around the trail are protected. The two trails therefore differ in more than just their names: the U1 is linked to the art trail, while the U2 is described in terms of its views and protected anthills.
The BĂĽraberg and Local History
The Frankish fortress of Büraburg stood on the Büraberg from the Late Merovingian period onward. It covered about 8 hectares. The approximate area gives an idea of the site’s size, while the dating places it in its historical context.
Ungedanken’s religious history also spans different periods and institutions. In 1864, the village had its own synagogue. Today’s Brigidenkirche served as the cathedral church of the Diocese of Hesse. These details add further aspects of local history to the story of the Frankish fortress.
Plan Your Journey and Stay
Ungedanken railway station is on An der B 253. If you are planning to travel by train, check current departures and services in advance, as they may change. This lets you consider your journey as a separate planning factor alongside choosing a suitable hiking route.
Culture in the Wider Destination of Fritzlar
The wider destination of Fritzlar has other historical and cultural attractions. In 2004, Fritzlar Cathedral of St. Peter received the honorary title of Papal Basilica. The cathedral complex includes crypts with the high tomb of Saint Wigbert, the cathedral library, the cloister, and the collegiate building with the cathedral museum and treasury.
The Protestant Town Church, also known as the Franciscan Church, is a two-aisled Gothic hall church. It was built in the first third of the 14th century, after a Franciscan monastery was founded in 1237. It has served as the Protestant town church since 1817. Its furnishings include a crucifixion group dating to around 1320, a Marian fresco from around 1330, and a Baroque altar dedicated to St. John of Nepomuk from 1735. Concerts are held there throughout the year; guided tours are available on request and by prior arrangement.
The Gray Tower in Fritzlar is one of the tallest surviving municipal defensive towers in Germany. Its four floors feature numerous details about Fritzlar’s history. The architectural and decorative details of the churches and tower form a distinct cultural focus within the wider destination of Fritzlar.
For the wider travel overview: Fritzlar.
