Best backpacking trails in Winterberg

This route follows stage 3 of the Rothaarsteig, connecting the winter sports hub of Winterberg with the mountain village of Schanze on one of the trail's most famous sections. From Winterberg, the path leads past the St. Georg ski jump up to the Kahler Asten (842 m / 2,762 ft), the most renowned peak in the region. Here, the open heathland offers a spectacular 360-degree view that, on clear days, extends as far as the Harz Mountains and the Rhön. After visiting the source of the Lenne River,...

First stage of the Ruhr Valley Cycle Route in Sauerland, North Rhine-Westphalia. The first day tour of the Ruhr Valley Cycle Route, which has been awarded four stars by the ADFC, leads from the source of the Ruhr near Winterberg via Olsberg to Meschede. Along the way, the beautifully rolling hills of the Sauerland and marvellous views of the surrounding area can be enjoyed. There are restaurants to stop off at in the small villages. There are car parks at the starting point and the...

Culturally rich stretch of road in Sauerland, North Rhine-Westphalia The first stage of the Winterberg High Tour begins at the monument to the Winterberg merchant and leads along the beautiful Pilosopher's Path to the town hall. For a while, the hiking trail now runs parallel to the Rothaarweg X2 up to the Astenturm. Highlights: -Memorial to the Winterberg merchant -Philosopher's path -Witch trial memorial -Astentower

Popular long-distance cycle path in the Ruhr area, North Rhine-Westphalia. This route is 240 kilometers of pure cycling pleasure in North Rhine-Westphalia, more precisely between Sauerland and the Ruhr Metropolis. No other river in Germany combines (industrial) culture and nature in such a small area. More than half of the route runs along the water and along the way there are numerous historic towns, leisure activities, and beautiful landscapes. Beginning at the source of the Ruhr at the...

Nature and culture-rich section of the Sauerland-Höhenflug long-distance hiking trail Over mountains and through valleys, this varied hike offers breathtaking views and numerous nature-related sights. Through forests, across meadows and fields, the trail leads the hiker along historical and cultural sites that make for an interesting and varied experience. Highlights: -Chapel of the Way of the Cross -lookout tower on the Ziegenhelle -Borg's barn

Natural section of track in the Sauerland, North Rhine-Westphalia Follow the signposts for the Winterberger Hochtour uphill to the saddle between Rösberg and Alte Grimme. Where you meet the Elkeringhausen-Glindfeld hiking trail (white square), follow it to the saddle. There, follow the E4 markings to the right and hike to the summit of the Alte Grimme. Continue through the beautiful Orketal valley and then southwards over the crater head to Züschen. There are refreshment stops...

Scenic route section in Sauerland, North Rhine-Westphalia The second stage of the Winterberger Hochtour starts at the Astenturm and leads westwards. From the mountain station on the Sahnehang, you have a wonderful view of the Hunau with the television tower (on a clear day). You walk through the idyllic Renau valley to the Renau meadow. In wet weather, you should be sure-footed, as the roots and footbridges can be very slippery. If you wish, you can stop off in Altastenberg for a bite to...

Scenic route section in Sauerland, North Rhine-Westphalia The seventh stage of the Sauerland-Höhenflug starts in the spa town of Altastenberg, the highest town in North Rhine-Westphalia. The route leads along natural paths and a nature trail to the Kahler Asten, a section of which runs parallel to the Rothaarsteig. There is a mountain inn, a meteorological station and a natural history exhibition on the Kahler Asten. In Mollseifen there is another opportunity for refreshments, after which...

Scenic section of the route in Sauerland, North Rhine-Westphalia The tenth stage of the Sauerland-Höhenflug starts in Küstelberg. The Höhenflug and Rothaarsteig run parallel for a while, but their paths diverge again at the Hillekopfhütte. The route leads up the Krutenberg with its unforgettable panoramic views. There are plenty of places to take a break along the way. The trail climbs steeply up to the Kahler Pön with its rare high heath landscape - here heathland and mountain meadows...

Idyllic stretch of road in Sauerland, North Rhine-Westphalia The ninth stage of the Winterberger Hochtour begins in Mollseifen; in the Odeborntal valley, you hike to the Odeborntal car park in the Rothaargebirge nature park. From there, the trail climbs up quite steep hairpin bends to Hoheleye. There are refreshment stops here. Highlights: - Hesselbach valley - Hoheleye cave village