Best forest trails in Höxter
4.0(18 reviews)
Explore the most popular forest trails near Höxter 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
- 4.5 (5)·Moderate·7.9 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrThis route starts at the car park east of Brenkhausen near Höxter-Holzminden Airport. The trail leads directly into the Räuschenberg nature reserve, which is where the name of the trail comes from. The trail circles the airfield and then leads into the forest. It makes a loop through the forest and then leads back to the starting point.
- 3.6 (3)·Easy·2.3 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrInteresting hiking excursion in Höxter, North Rhine-Westphalia. This tour takes you into the beautiful Teutoburg Forest Nature Park to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Corvey Castle. The enchanting property was built as a monastery during the Benedictine order and is 1200 years old. All the buildings are still in excellent condition. Surrounded by vines, meadows and the ducal garden, the complex rises majestically above the neighbouring Weser. The outside area is also interesting: after a...
- 4.1 (4)·Hard·68.4 km·Est. 16.5–18 hrStage 2 of the "Weserradweg" long-distance cycle route, Lower Saxony. This is the second stage of the Weser Cycle Path, which is one of the most popular river cycle paths in Germany. This 68-kilometre section starts in Höxter and ends in Hameln, the Pied Piper town on the Weser. Highlights of the tour: - Höxter - Pied Piper town of Hameln - Views of the Weser
- 5.0 (2)·Easy·3.7 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrRelaxed circular hiking trail in the Teutoburg Forest/Eggegebirge Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. This very leisurely circular trail enchants with great views and vistas. You can park your car at the Michaelskapelle chapel. The paths are very flat and should not pose any major problems for children. Highlights of the hike: - Heiligenberg - Idyllic country lanes - St Michael's Chapel
- 2.0 (1)·Moderate·67.9 km·Est. 17.5–19 hrStage 7 of the D-Route 9 (Weser - Romantic Road). The seventh stage of D-Route 9 leads from Höxter via Bad Karlshafen and Bodenfelde to the stage destination of Hann. Münden. In addition to the Weser river landscape, this section also has several elevations to offer and thus provides a variety of panoramic views. Highlights: - Höxter: historic town hall, St Nicholas' Church, former Benedictine abbey of Corvey - Lake Godelheim - Baroque town and brine spa Bad Karlshafen - Thorengrund nature...
- Hard·141.9 km"Auf schmaler Spur" is a route which, according to its name, leads along the narrowest and most winding country roads in the region around Holzminden. It starts in Forst, along the Weser towards Bodenwerden / Rühle. In Rühle, the route climbs for the first time on a well-paved serpentine road into "Rühler Schweiz". From there you ride down to Golmbach in the direction of Negenborn. There you cycle up through the "Hooptal" to Stadtoldendorf. The route now leads through the fields towards...
- Easy·4.5 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrPopular loop trail in the Teutoburg Forest/Eggegebirge nature park, North Rhine-Westphalia. A beautiful, short loop trail that largely leads through idyllic open landscapes. The only uphill section is up to the Heiligenberg. You can rest a little at the St. Michael's Chapel on the Heiligenberg, which was built in 1078, before the hike continues in a relaxed manner. Highlights of the hike: - Heiligenberg - Quiet forest trails - St. Michael's Chapel - open landscapes
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest forest trail in Höxter?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Höxter is Weser cycle path stage 2: Höxter - Hameln. This trail is estimated to be 68.4 km long.
Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Höxter?
Höxter: With an ascent of 3,310 m, "Auf schmaler Spur": Höxter - Stadtoldendorf - Köterberg has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is Weser - Romantische Straße (D-Route 9) Etappe 7: Höxter - Hann. Münden with 1,468 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult forest trail in Höxter?
The most popular and difficult forest trail in Höxter is Weser cycle path stage 2: Höxter - Hameln with a 4.1-star rating from 4 reviews.