--- title: "Circular route O2 Burbach-Oberdresselndorf to the Hirzgabel" url: "https://www.siegen-wittgenstein.info/en/tour/circular-route-o2-burbach-oberdresselndorf-to-the-hirzgabel" description: "From the Hickengrundhalle in Niederdresselndorf, the circular hiking trail first leads a short distance through the village, then continues on forest paths to reach the Hirzgabel. Parts of the path lead through the Weiher and Winterbach nature reserves with their rare animal and plant species. From the Hirzgabel, an unmistakable view opens up over the Hickengrund and its villages. Along the way, there is an opportunity to take a small break at the Hirzgabel resting place and enjoy the tranquility." language: "en" type: "SportsActivityLocation" image: "https://dam.destination.one/3586331/876398b27741e71ffa12745fc31296ec2004e3df3ef81ac1c4b08bf1848552f9/vesperinsel.jpg" breadcrumb: "Root > Siegen Wittgenstein > Special > Destination.Data Details > Tour" --- GPX ShareBookmark Bookmark Circular route O2 Burbach-Oberdresselndorf to the Hirzgabel =========================================================== - 4.55 km long - Round trip - Difficulty: medium - Condition: easy - Regional hiking trail Vesperinsel - 1:20 h - 4.55 km - 155 m - 166 m - 354 m - 517 m - 163 m - - Start: Hickengrundhalle Niederdresselndorf - Destination: Hickengrundhalle Niederdresselndorf This short circular hiking route with wonderful views of the Hickengrund is perfect as an after-work round or a short hike in between. From the Hickengrundhalle in Niederdresselndorf, the circular hiking trail first leads a short distance through the village, then continues on forest paths to reach the Hirzgabel. Parts of the path lead through the Weiher and Winterbach nature reserves with their rare animal and plant species. From the Hirzgabel, an unmistakable view opens up over the Hickengrund and its villages. Along the way, there is an opportunity to take a small break at the Hirzgabel resting place and enjoy the tranquility. Read more Waypoints --------- View on map Start Start Hickengrundhalle Niederdresselndorf - Nature panel/information centre - Parking facility - Children's playground - Rest area Destination Destination Hickengrundhalle Niederdresselndorf Show more Good to know ------------ Best to visit suitable Depends on weather - Jan - Feb - Mar - Apr - May - Jun - Jul - Aug - Sep - Oct - Nov - Dec Directions The starting point of our short hike is the Hickengrundhalle in Niederdresselndorf. From here we walk south along Westerwaldstraße and then turn left onto Hindenburgstraße. We keep right and come onto Dresselndorfer Straße, where we also continue to the right. It leads us to Oberdresselndorf, where we turn left onto the path into the forest. We follow Raingarten to Rabenscheider Weg, turn left there and turn left again at the second fork. Now we follow the path for quite a while, then hike up to the right. Afterwards, we turn left twice and begin the descent to get back onto Dresselndorfer Straße. From here, we return via Hindenburgstraße and Westerwaldstraße back to the Hickengrundhalle. Read more Tour information - Loop Road Equipment Sturdy and comfortable footwear, weather-appropriate and durable clothing in layers, if necessary telescopic poles, sun and rain protection, provisions and drinking water, first aid kit, pocket knife, mobile phone, if necessary headlamp, map material Read more Directions & Parking facilities **Getting there**From the A45 take the exit Haiger/Burbach onto L730 to Niederdresselndorf. Read more **Parking**Parking lot at the Hickengrundhalle Read more **Public transportation**By bus to Niedererdresselndorf train station, from there on foot to the Hickengrundhalle. Read more Author Mario Otterbach Organization Südliches Siegerland Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author Those hiking with children can make a detour to the playground in Oberdresselndorf. Read more Safety guidelines Sturdy footwear and weather-appropriate clothing is always a good advice. Read more Map Hiking map "Burbach" Read more Nearby ------ View on map - Place of interest - Parking facility - Historic site - Children's playground - Tours 71.67 km - Long-distance hiking trail 2.92 km - Regional hiking trail 9.63 km - Regional hiking trail Contact Westerwaldstraße 57299 Burbach Download GPX file - -