- Parking available
- Bus stop available
- Bad Weather Special
- For groups
- for school classes
- for families
- for individual guests
- Suitable for seniors
- Suitable for strollers
- for children (ages 6–10)
- for children (ages 10 and up)
- Children's Playground (Outdoors)
- Restroom facilities
- Baby-changing room
- Accessibility Verified
- Accessible for people with mobility impairments
- Partially accessible for wheelchair users
- Partially accessible for people with hearing impairments
- Partially accessible for people with visual impairments
- Partially accessible for blind people
Kellerwald National Park Center
Tourist Information | Visitor Center | Movie Theater | Nature Sign/Information Center | Souvenirs | Electric Vehicle Charging Station | Parking | Bus Stop | Museum/Exhibition
The central information and education center is located in the western part of the national park in Vöhl-Herzhausen on Lake Eder. In addition to an exhibition, a 4D film, and many hands-on activities, the National Park Center also offers dining options and other services.
NEW: The film “Hidden Worlds – Primeval Forest” in the National Park Center’s 4D sensory theater.
Address
Kellerwald National Park Center
Weg zur Wildnis 1
34516 Vöhl
Telephone: 05621 9040-160
Properties:
The multimedia exhibition at the Kellerwald National Park Center invites visitors to linger. Artistic displays and entertaining exhibits offer extraordinary insights into the wilderness of the Kellerwald. In “Treasures of the Wilderness,” visitors can experience the national park’s diverse habitats from surprising perspectives. In the “WaldWerk,” it’s all about turning, pressing, pushing, and cranking. The interactive exhibits are designed for active and curious visitors who want to discover the essence of the primeval beech forests and their inhabitants. And in the “FilmRaum,” a unique 4D sensory film is playing: Join the wildcat on a fascinating journey through the wilderness of the national park. There, you’ll encounter hidden worlds and very special forest dwellers. The National Park Shop invites you to browse, and afterward, visitors can explore the nearby national park on exciting discovery tours—either on their own or accompanied by a ranger.
E-bike rental from April through October: With two e-bikes, a bike tour through the national park or around Lake Eder is a pleasure even for casual cyclists. You’re welcome to test ride the e-bikes for free in the parking lot. Prices per e-bike per day (10 a.m. to 6 p.m.): €25
E-scooter rental: Less experienced wheelchair users or people with mobility impairments or unsteady gait can borrow an electric scooter free of charge at the National Park Center. This allows them to independently explore “The Wilderness of Tomorrow” on the nearby Hagenstein Route in the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park.
Please note that dogs are not permitted inside the building. If you’d still like to visit the exhibition without your four-legged friend, we have dog crates available in the outdoor area. Please feel free to speak with the ticket office staff about this.
Prices
Adults/Teens (ages 15 and up): 7 €
Children (ages 8 to 14): 4.50 €
Children (up to age 7): free
Reduced-rate* (with ID): 4.50 €
*People with severe disabilities, schoolchildren, college students, apprentices, ÖBFD participants, FÖJ participants
Groups:
Family ticket: 15 €
Group ticket for adults (10 or more people): 6 € per person
Group ticket for children (10 or more people): 3 € per person
Group ticket for those eligible for reduced rates (10 or more people): 3 € per person
Annual passes:
Annual pass for adults: 30 €
Annual pass for children/those eligible for reduced rates: 20 €
Family annual pass: 60 €
School groups:
School groups with or without an educational program: free
Accompanying teacher: free
Children (ages 8 to 14): 4.50 €
Children (up to age 7): free
Reduced-rate* (with ID): 4.50 €
*People with severe disabilities, schoolchildren, college students, apprentices, ÖBFD participants, FÖJ participants
Groups:
Family ticket: 15 €
Group ticket for adults (10 or more people): 6 € per person
Group ticket for children (10 or more people): 3 € per person
Group ticket for those eligible for reduced rates (10 or more people): 3 € per person
Annual passes:
Annual pass for adults: 30 €
Annual pass for children/those eligible for reduced rates: 20 €
Family annual pass: 60 €
School groups:
School groups with or without an educational program: free
Accompanying teacher: free
Business hours
We are closed on Mondays from November through March.
Directions
If traveling by car, we recommend taking Federal Highway B252. Parking Parking lot (cars + buses*) at the National Park Center. This parking lot is free for cars and buses. Accessible parking spaces are available. There is also ample parking for bicycles. Public Transportation Nearest train station: Herzhausen National Park Station From there, it’s about a 15- to 20-minute walk or a 5-minute bike ride to the National Park Center. Nearest bus stop(s): National Park Center Route(s): 521; 581.11; 585.1 NVV Customer Service Hotline: 0800-939-0800 All connections, including “AST-Taxi” (shared-ride taxi) routes, are listed in detail on the NVV schedule information page—www.nvv.de/fahrplanauskunft Tip for smartphone users: Download the “NVV Mobil” app from your app store before your trip! In general, you should also factor the “AST Taxi” into your planning. With its shared-ride taxis, the NVV ensures transportation on routes that aren’t in high demand. Instead of taking the bus, you’ll be traveling here in regular taxis or rental cars. AST taxis also have fixed schedules—you simply need to call to request a ride (usually) at least 30 minutes before departure. Please also keep in mind that AST taxis only operate when no regular bus routes are running at the same time. Shared Taxi Dispatch Center: +49 (0) 5631-5062088
