Best forest trails in Wenden

4.0(36 reviews)

Explore the most popular forest trails near Wenden 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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#1 - Lehrpfad Wendener Hütte
4.0 (5)·Moderate·7.9 km·Est. 2.5–3 hr
Official educational trail on the subject of metal mining west of Wenden in North Rhine-Westphalia. This cultural hiking trail leads through shady forest paths in the Sauerland-Rothaargebirge Nature Park. Highlights of the tour: - Beautiful and shady forest paths - Wendener Hütte technical cultural monument - Information boards on metal mining and processing in the region
#2 - Wendener Rundweg
4.4 (3)·Hard·40.6 km·Est. 12–13 hr
#3 - From Wenden along the Albe
4.9 (10)·Moderate·6.9 km·Est. 2–2.5 hr
Relaxed hike in the Sauerland-Rothaargebirge Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. This entertaining circular walk leads from northern Wenden through beautiful fields and woodland between Schönau and Elben. On the way back, you walk along the small Albe stream. Highlights of the hike: - Balzenberg - Albe - Varied field and forest paths
#4 - Sauerländischer Gebirgsverein lwn A3
3.7 (5)·Moderate·13.4 km·Est. 3.5–4 hr
Varied and picturesque hiking trail around Altenhof, North Rhine-Westphalia. Hiking trails around the beautiful Sauerland-Rothaargebirge National Park with beautiful views of the stunning natural landscape. Highlights of the tour: - Beautiful views - Local flora and fauna - Beautiful natural landscapes
#5 - Wenden Loop
5.0 (2)·Moderate·11.3 km·Est. 3–3.5 hr
#6 - Von Wenden zur Brüner Kapelle
3.2 (4)·Moderate·5.5 km·Est. 1.5–2 hr
#7 - Von Schönau nach Albe
3.6 (2)·Moderate·10 km·Est. 3–3.5 hr
#8 - Wenden - Schönau Loop
3.0 (5)·Easy·7.6 km·Est. 2–2.5 hr
Charming and idyllic hiking tour in Wenden, North Rhine-Westphalia. This beautiful tour leads through the Sauerland-Rothaargebirge Nature Park. Refreshment stops available. Highlights of the tour: - Great views of the surrounding area - Local flora and fauna - Picturesque natural landscape - Sauerland-Rothaargebirge Nature Park
#9 - Kreuztal - Harfel
Moderate·6.9 km·Est. 2–2.5 hr
#10 - Schönau - Biggesee
Hard·27 km·Est. 8–8.5 hr
Very beautiful, easy cycle path. From Schönau through the Albe valley to Wenden. Continue along the cycle path to Gerlingen. From there, follow the river Bigge to the Biggesee.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the longest forest trail in Wenden?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Wenden is Wendener Rundweg. This trail is estimated to be 40.6 km long.

Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Wenden?

Wenden: With an ascent of 1,335 m, Wendener Rundweg has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is Schönau - Biggesee with 797 m of elevation gain.