Best historic site trails in Balve
4.2(39 reviews)
Explore the most popular historic site trails near Balve with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
Top trails
- 4.4 (14)·Moderate·10.3 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrIn the Luisenhütte, you can discover the history of smelting technology in the neighbouring Ruhr region. A complete ironworks ensemble with iron foundry and everything that goes with it has been opened to visitors. The tour follows the raw materials through the plant. The tour then continues to Melscheder Mühle and Wocklum moated castle.
- 4.3 (10)·Hard·19.3 km·Est. 6.5–7 hrHilly circular hike near Balve, North Rhine-Westphalia Beautiful circular hike that starts at a hiking car park on the outskirts of Balve. This circular route leads past the Kreuzeiche (with a resting place) to the anchor point (with a bench) and on past a few resting places through wooded forests back to the starting point. There are several places to rest along the way. Highlights: - Shady forest paths - Hiking in the Sauerland-Rothaargebirge Nature Park - Hilly route
- 4.7 (2)·Hard·42.6 km·Est. 13.5–15 hrChallenging and varied mountain bike tour near Balve, North Rhine-Westphalia. An exciting circuit for an adventurous bike tour that starts in Langenholthausen and leads via Affeln and Leveringhausen. Refreshment stops are available. Highlights of the tour: - Local flora and fauna - Viewing opportunities - Enchanting natural landscapes
- Hard·21.9 km·Est. 7–7.5 hrHistoric section of the Sauerland Forest Route near Lake Sorpe, North Rhine-Westphalia. The third stage of the Sauerland Forest Route takes hikers into the world of legends and stories. From Volkringhausen, the route leads along the village of Sanssouci and the Melscheder Mühle mill. The route leads partly along Lake Sorpe and over the Brachtenberg and to the next legend station. The end of the stage is Sundern-Amecke. Highlights: - Luisenhütte - Wocklum Castle - Sorpesee lake with...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest historic site trail in Balve?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest historic site trail in Balve is Langenholthausen - Affeln - Leveringhausen. This trail is estimated to be 42.6 km long.
Which historic site trail has the most elevation gain in Balve?
Balve: With an ascent of 1,634 m, Langenholthausen - Affeln - Leveringhausen has the most elevation gain of all of the historic site trails in the area. The next highest ascent for historic site trails is Balver Höhenweg - Kreuzeiche with 852 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult historic site trail in Balve?
The most popular and difficult historic site trail in Balve is Balver Höhenweg - Kreuzeiche with a 4.3-star rating from 10 reviews.