Best lake trails in Willingen
4.1(191 reviews)
Explore the most popular lake trails near Willingen with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
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- 4.2 (44)·Moderate·7.7 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrPanoramic circular hike in the Diemelsee Nature Park, Hesse. The Ettelsberg is a popular destination for active people all year round; depending on the time of year, you can go mountain biking or skiing, hiking and enjoy nature here. Highlights of the hike: - fantastic views - Summit of the Ettelsberg - High Heath Tower - reservoir - Willingen wildlife and leisure park
- 4.6 (33)·Moderate·7.6 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular circular route in the Diemelsee Nature Park, Hesse. Even before the hike, Usseln offers the opportunity to relax a little, have a coffee or visit the Upländer Milchmuhseum. Then it's off to the source of the Diemel and through the Kahle Pön nature reserve near Usseln via Büller Höhe back to the railway station. The route is well marked throughout. Highlights of the hike: - Source of the Diemel - Usseln - Kahle Pön nature reserve near Usseln
- 4.3 (15)·Moderate·12.1 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrHiking tour in the Diemelsee Nature Park with plenty of views. Beautiful, official hiking trail of the municipality of Willingen on the Clemensberg in the Neuer Hagen nature reserve in Hesse. Highlights of the hike: - Ascent to the Clemensberg mountain - Hiking along the river Hoppecke - Flora and fauna of the Neuer Hagen nature reserve
- 4.3 (13)·Moderate·15.6 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrPopular circular hike in the Diemelsee Nature Park, Hesse. This circular hike organised by the German Hiking Youth starts at the train station in Willingen. From there, you walk through the town with its numerous cafés and shops to the Willingen tourist information centre by the lagoon pool and the ice rink. From there, you follow the hiking trail towards Stryck and soon reach the world's largest ski jump "Mühlenkopfschanze" (www.weltcupschanze-willingen.de). You can reach the inrun tower by...
- 3.8 (9)·Moderate·22.4 km·Est. 6.5–7 hrVaried circular trail in the Diemelsee Nature Park, Hesse/North Rhine-Westphalia. A beautiful mountain bike tour from Willingen. It goes over a few hills such as the Langenberg through the "Neuer Hagen" nature reserve, where you will find the largest mountain heath in north-west Germany. There is a restaurant along the way. Highlights of the hike: - Neuer Hagen nature reserve - Langenberg - Ettelsberg - Also accessible by bus and train - Refreshment stops
- 4.7 (7)·Hard·17.5 km·Est. 5–5.5 hrPanoramic hike to the Hochheideturm tower near Willingen (Upland), Hesse There are numerous refreshment stops along the route. Highlights of the hike: - Summer toboggan run in Willingen (Upland) - View from the Hochheideturm tower - Hiking through the beautiful heath landscape of the Sauerland
- 4.5 (11)·Hard·17.5 km·Est. 5–5.5 hrPopular hike in the Diemelsee Nature Park, Hesse. If you are travelling by public transport, there is a short access route from Usseln station. It is possible to stop by the Willingen Wildlife and Leisure Park. Highlights of the hike: - Willingen wildlife and leisure park - Several places to stop for refreshments - Stryck pond - Hunter's vineyard
- 4.0 (3)·Hard·22 km·Est. 7–7.5 hrVaried hiking trail to the Clemensberg from Willingen (Uppland), Hesse The route starts at the railway station in Willingen (Upland). There are refreshment stops along the route. Highlights of the hike: - Hiking on the Uplandsteig and Rothaarsteig long-distance hiking trails - View from the Clemensberg - Summer toboggan run in Willingen
- 5.0 (5)·Hard·47.6 km·Est. 14–15 hrChallenging MTB tour in the Diemelsee Nature Park, Hesse. A beautiful mountain bike tour to the deep blue Diemelsee, the absolute highlight of this route. However, the trail-rich ride over the Eimberg border ridge also leaves little to be desired. The Diemelsee is the perfect place to take a breather before cycling back to the starting point across fields and through beautiful forest sections. Highlights of the route: - Diemelsee - Trails on the Eimberg border ridge - Picturesque fields and...
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest lake trail in Willingen?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest lake trail in Willingen is Diemelradweg (Radfernweg). This trail is estimated to be 112.3 km long.
Which lake trail has the most elevation gain in Willingen?
Willingen: With an ascent of 1,985 m, MTB: Rund um Winterberg und Niedersfeld has the most elevation gain of all of the lake trails in the area. The next highest ascent for lake trails is Diemelradweg (Radfernweg) with 1,953 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult lake trail in Willingen?
The most popular and difficult lake trail in Willingen is W6 Willingen and the Hochheiden Plateau with a 4.1-star rating from 12 reviews.