Sixth room designated for "Ki1 Ebers' Snack"
The Solling-Vogler region, nestled in the heart of Weserbergland, has experienced a surge in visitor interest, thanks to its participation in the "Germany's Most Beautiful Hiking Trail" competition and related hiking events. Since March 2025, hiking enthusiasts from across Germany have been casting their votes for the unique Ki1 - Zum Ebersnacken trail, drawing attention to the region's natural beauty and well-prepared hiking routes.
The annual Mackenser Wandertag, which attracts 160 to 200 hikers, is a testament to the strong and growing community interest in the region. The competition has resulted in a growing interest in the Solling-Vogler region, with an increase in website visits by 200% reported by Manuel Liebig, Managing Director of the Solling-Vogler region.
The region offers a variety of hiking routes catering to different skill levels. The Ki1 - Zum Ebersnacken trail, a challenging 12.4 km trail, is one of the popular options, well-marked and equipped with facilities like refreshment stations with water and fruit. Special features added in 2025, such as a children's hiking rally and a stamp collection activity, have further encouraged family participation and engagement with the natural environment.
Active voting stations in Grüningen and Bodenwerder-Heyen were rewarded with a flight over the Vogler ridge, adding an exciting element to the competition. Voting was conducted both online and by mail, with the Ebersnacken trail receiving 4,311 votes, which constituted 11.59% of the total votes.
Despite not securing the top spot in the competition, the Solling-Vogler region's trail ranked 6th in Germany's most beautiful hiking trail day tours category. The competition did not affect the ranking of the Solling-Vogler region's trail in the top 6 of Germany's most beautiful hiking trail day tours category.
The increased visibility from the competition is expected to have long-term benefits for the Solling-Vogler region. Achim Timmermann, the trail warden, expressed his satisfaction with the well-filled hiking car parks during the competition, indicating a significant increase in visitor numbers. Sebastian Rode, chairman of the Solling-Vogler region, expressed that they would have likely made it to the podium in previous years.
The Caspar-David-Friedrich-Weg in the Saxon Switzerland won the competition with over 6,000 votes. However, the Solling-Vogler region's participation in the competition brought more visitors to the region beyond just those voting for the trail. The competition and related events provided both recreational benefits and economic opportunities, as recognized by the event organizers and hiking associations involved.
In conclusion, the Solling-Vogler region has successfully leveraged the "Germany's Most Beautiful Hiking Trail" competition to boost its tourism sector, attracting hiking enthusiasts from across Germany and showcasing its natural beauty and well-prepared hiking routes. The region's commitment to providing enjoyable and engaging hiking experiences, coupled with its strategic participation in such competitions, promises a bright future for tourism in the Solling-Vogler region.
[1] Source: Solling-Vogler region press release, dated August 15, 2025.
The Solling-Vogler region, renowned for its hiking trails, has seen a significant rise in hiker interest due to its participation in the "Germany's Most Beautiful Hiking Trail" competition.
Sports enthusiasts from across Germany have been actively visiting the region to explore its diverse hiking routes, including the popular Ki1 - Zum Ebersnacken trail.
