Best lake trails in Winterberg
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Explore the most popular lake trails near Winterberg 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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- 4.4 (57)·Moderate·9.3 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrVaried circular route in North Rhine-Westphalia. Technically very easy circular route, mostly on gravel roads around the ski lift carousel and the trail park. The climbs require a bit of fitness, but you can also push comfortably. Otherwise well suited for beginners and families. Highlights of the tour: - Sürenberg - Mining site - Landal valley station - Landal Winterberg holiday park - Poppenberg valley station - Ski lift Astenstrasse
- 4.4 (37)·Moderate·7.1 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrScenic hiking tour in Winterberg, North Rhine-Westphalia. This fairly leisurely circular route starts at Winterberg railway station. From there, the trail leads close to the Helle along idyllic forest paths and finally across meadows to Elkringhausen. On the other side of the Helle, the trail leads back and passes the small Bodensee lake, where it is worth taking a break. A slight ascent goes back to the railway station. Highlights of the hike: - Beautiful views of Helle and Lake...
- 4.1 (23)·Hard·18.8 kmThis 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,...
- 4.3 (24)·Easy·4 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrThis varied circular route, which is particularly lively in winter, leads through the heart of the Winterberg ski lift carousel in the Hochsauerland region. The trail takes in two of the most striking peaks in the ski area, the Bremberg and the Sürenberg. The route runs along a mixture of wide forest paths, gravel hiking trails and passages directly along the ski slopes, which, especially in the snow-free season, offers exciting insights behind the scenes of the lift technology. A central...
- 4.5 (19)·Moderate·7.4 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrPanoramic hike in Winterberg, North Rhine-Westphalia. This idyllic circular hike leads via the Rothaarsteig and the Langewiese up to the Hoher Knochen. After a short descent into the Lenne valley, you follow the course of the Lenne up the valley to Lenneplätze and from there back to the starting point in Neuastenberg. Highlights: - Idyllic natural landscapes - Local flora and fauna - Beautiful views
- 4.4 (20)·Moderate·6.6 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular circular hiking trail near Winterberg, North Rhine-Westphalia. The start and finish of this short circular trail through the forest is at Winterberg Golf Club. You can also stop off here after the walk. The route runs around the Langenberg and includes a longer but moderate climb towards the end. Highlights of the hike: - Langenberg - Quiet forest paths
- 4.0 (22)·Hard·16.1 km·Est. 5.5–6 hrScenic and varied hiking excursion in the Sauerland-Rothaargebirge Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. The tour starts and ends in Silbach. A particular highlight of the tour is the mountain lake. Highlights of the tour: - Accessible by bus and train - Nice views of the landscape - Local flora and fauna
- 4.0 (14)·Moderate·10 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrExciting and challenging mountain bike tour in Winterberg, North Rhine-Westphalia. The technically demanding loop combines the difficult (black) trails. For this circular route, which starts and ends at the Bremberg car park, the rider should be experienced. Highlights of the route: - Wonderful views - Local flora and fauna - Varied natural landscapes
- 4.7 (12)·Hard·38.1 km·Est. 11–12 hrChallenging and scenic mountain bike tour in the Sauerland region near Winterberg, North Rhine-Westphalia. The MTB tour starts at the Bremberg car park. It first goes via Winterberg and through the Ruhr Valley to Niedernfeld. From here it gets challenging - the trail climbs steeply uphill towards Langenberg and the Hochheide. The effort is rewarded with marvellous views. The route continues up and down via the Hillekopf to Küstelberg and back to WInterberg. Great views and lovely resting...
- 4.0 (7)·Moderate·10.8 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrPanoramic circular route to the Kahler Asten, North Rhine-Westphalia. The circular trail opens up the landscape around the Kahler Asten near Winterberg. One destination on the way to the summit is the Lennequelle spring, which rises in a small rocky outcrop on the slope of the mountain. Once at the top, the view opens up over the hilly landscape of the Sauerland. The route leads through the spruce forests typical of the region as well as across the treeless heathland of the summit, which...
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest lake trail in Winterberg?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest lake trail in Winterberg is TorTour de Ruhr 2022. This trail is estimated to be 228.7 km long.
Which lake trail has the most elevation gain in Winterberg?
Winterberg: With an ascent of 4,327 m, TorTour de Ruhr 2022 has the most elevation gain of all of the lake trails in the area. The next highest ascent for lake trails is Kahler Asten: Sauerlandtour with 1,936 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult lake trail in Winterberg?
The most popular and difficult lake trail in Winterberg is Rothaarsteig Stage 3: Winterberg - Schanze with a 4.1-star rating from 23 reviews.
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