Discover Scheid: Shore, Trails and Waldeck

Discover Scheid from different perspectives. The peninsula has a sunbathing lawn and a designated dog beach; visitors also have direct access to the Urwaldsteig. The landing stage on Lake Edersee is another point of reference. When looking for accommodation, it helps to first decide what mix of time by the water, activity and excursions you want.

Time by the Water and Activities on the Lake

The sunbathing lawn and designated dog beach are on the Scheid peninsula. Lake Edersee also offers quiet coves and a wide range of activities on the water: sailing, surfing, paddling, rowing, stand-up paddleboarding, pedal boats and electric boats, as well as passenger boat trips. Courses and rental equipment are also available in the Lake Edersee area; current offerings from individual providers may vary. The activities differ in nature: with paddling, rowing and stand-up paddleboarding, you propel yourself across the water, while passenger boat trips offer a different way to get around. Sailing, pedal boats and electric boats add further ways to enjoy the lake.

On Foot, by Bike or by Ferry

There are also different points of interest on land. The Urwaldsteig is directly accessible in Scheid; a cycle path runs around Lake Edersee. The seasonal ferry connection to Rehbach adds another way to get around. Check the timetable before travelling, as the ferry connection is seasonal. The trail, cycle route and ferry represent different ways of getting around. You can tailor your stay more towards hiking, cycling or taking a ferry.

Historic Impressions in the Wider Destination of Waldeck

The wider destination of Waldeck adds a distinct historical focus. Waldeck Castle is a castle-like fortified complex dating from the 12th century. Waldeck’s historic old town features a medieval town wall and striking building facades. The castle and old town thus offer different perspectives on history: the fortified complex and the historic townscape. The Waldecker Schlossbahn runs from Lake Edersee up to Waldeck Castle and back. During the ride, passengers receive entertaining information about the region and its inhabitants. The service is seasonal; check the timetable before travelling.

Choose the Right Focus for Your Accommodation Search

If lakeside areas, direct access to the Urwaldsteig and the landing stage on Lake Edersee shape your travel plans, you can choose Scheid as your search destination. Lake Edersee offers a variety of water activities; in the wider destination of Waldeck, the old town, castle and ride on the Schlossbahn add historic impressions. This comparison can help you decide before searching whether you want to focus on the shore and getting around on trails or on the water, or whether town history is also important.

Discover more destinations: Ober-Werbe, Netze, Nieder-Werbe, Dehringhausen.

Back to the overview of destinations: Waldeck.