Best walking trails in Haltern am See
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- 4.5 (27)·Easy·3.4 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrFamily-friendly circular hiking trail in the Hohe Mark Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. The Westruper Heide nature reserve is one of the most popular hiking areas near Haltern am See. There are a total of four signposted circular hiking trails here. These include the bee route, which is marked with red signs and owes its name to a beehive located very close to the hiking car park. During the heather blossom in August and September, you can also explore the bee route as part of a guided...
- 4.2 (9)·Easy·3.5 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrShort Roman circular route near Haltern am See, North Rhine-Westphalia This route into the landscape conservation area near Haltern starts at the Römerweg hiking car park. It is also available in a long version - but the shortened version is also very popular. Its prehistory as a long trade route is interesting. The path is well signposted (no. 43) and somewhat hilly, but without any major difficulties. The giant twin beech tree makes a good photo opportunity and the dense ferns on the...
- 4.0 (2)·Easy·3.5 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrBeautiful short hiking trail near Haltern am See, North Rhine-Westphalia To the south of Haltern am See is the wooded area of "Die Haard". The Bossendorf hiking car park is a perfect starting point for beautiful nature excursions. This route is comfortable and a great forest circuit through "Die Haard" over a short distance. A road has to be crossed twice. A little caution is required. Highlights: - picturesque forest area - Quiet paths - Popular hiking area
- 4.7 (2)·Easy·4.5 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrRelaxed circular hiking trail in the Hohe Mark Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. This is a generally relaxed circular hike through "the green lungs of the Ruhr region", as the Haard is also known. Well-maintained forest paths make for pleasant walking. Highlights of the hike: - Dachsberg - burial mound - Beautiful forest paths
- 4.4 (3)·Easy·3.9 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrFamily-friendly circular hiking trail in the Hohe Mark Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. This circular trail takes you high up: at 146 metres, the Waldbeerenberg is the highest peak in the Hohe Mark. Another highlight of this loop, which is perfect for a walk with children, are the so-called witches' beeches. These fascinating trees, also known as Süntelbuchen, are the subject of all kinds of legends and myths. Highlights of the hike: - Idyllic forest paths - Witches' beeches - Forest...
- 5.0 (1)·Easy·2.9 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrThis short route begins in the village of Tannenberg at the Tannenberg chapel. It first heads north and then turns left to finally reach the A7 motorway. Follow this in a southerly direction to the Alter Weseler Weg, where the path turns left and leads back to the starting point.
- 5.0 (2)·Easy·3.4 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrPopular loop trail in the Hohe Mark Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. The Schwalbental loop trail A1 starts at the car park or at the bus stop at Ketteler Hof. The route leads through idyllic forest and through the Schultendille nature reserve (dogs must be kept on a leash here). Highlights of the hike: - Schultendille nature reserve - Ketteler Hof - Quiet forest trails
- Easy·3.9 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrFamily-friendly walk in the Hohe Mark Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. The A2 circular hiking trail leads through the largest area of dwarf shrub heathland in Westphalia: the Westruper Heide. In order to protect the sensitive heathland, it is not permitted to leave the paths. Dogs must be kept on a lead. Highlights of the hike: - Westruper Heide nature reserve - Westruper Wälder nature reserve - Inland dune
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest walking trail in Haltern am See?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest walking trail in Haltern am See is Dachsberg loop trail A3. This trail is estimated to be 4.5 km long.
Which walking trail has the most elevation gain in Haltern am See?
Haltern am See: With an ascent of 138 m, Dachsberg loop trail A3 has the most elevation gain of all of the walking trails in the area. The next highest ascent for walking trails is Uhlenhof loop trail A6 with 101 m of elevation gain.
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