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Best trails in Arnsberg Forest Nature Park

Best trails in Arnsberg Forest Nature Park

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North Rhine-Westphalia
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The Arnsberg Forest Nature Park in North Rhine-Westphalia was established in 1961 and now covers an area of 599 km². Here you will find wooded low mountain landscapes of the North Sauerland uplands such as the Arnsberg Forest, the Warsteiner Hügelland and the Plackwald.

In the nature park, you can hike many beautiful trails along Lake Möhne or various Möhne and Ruhr tributaries, visit the mixed forest with its wildlife or discover mysterious caves such as the Bilstein Cave or the Hohler Stein Cave. From various observation towers (Lörmecke Tower, Küppelturm and Delecker Bismarck Tower) you can enjoy the view over the various nature reserves in the region.

Top sights

Möhnesee-Turm
Möhnesee-Turm
Viewpoint
Heve
Heve
River
Staumauer Möhnetalsperre
Staumauer Möhnetalsperre
Dam
Möhne Reservoir
Möhne Reservoir
Reservoir
Jagdschloss Sankt Meinolf
Jagdschloss Sankt Meinolf
Castle
Ausgleichsweiher
Ausgleichsweiher
Reservoir

Top trails

  1. #1 - Moehnesee - Jagdschloss Sankt Meinolf - Hevesee

    4.3 (57)·Moderate·10.3 km·Est. 3–3.5 hr
    Popular circular route in the Arnsberg Forest Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. This is a marvellous hike starting directly at the "Westphalian Sea", as the Möhnesee is also known. The route runs via the Möhnesee tower and the Sankt Meinolf hunting lodge, built in 1891 and located directly in the Arnsberg Forest Nature Park, to the Hevesee lake. Highlights of the hike: - Lake Heve - Saint Meinolf hunting lodge - Möhnesee tower - Lake Möhne

  2. #2 - Grosse Möhneseerunde

    4.0 (55)·Moderate·25.3 km·Est. 7–8 hr
    Panoramic hike in the Arnsberg Forest Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. This trail makes a complete loop around the beautiful Möhnesee lake. The tour starts and ends at the Delecke Süd car park. You will be accompanied by great views on this hike. There is a wide range of water sports on offer at the Möhnsee. Highlights of the hike: - Möhnetalsperre - Wonderful views - Local flora and fauna - Refreshment stops available

  3. #3 - Rundwanderweg A1: Im Arnsberger Wald bei Neheim

    4.1 (32)·Moderate·7.7 km·Est. 2–2.5 hr
    Idyllic and scenic hike in the Arnsberg Forest Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. A very beautiful hiking trail that leads through the Arnsberg Forest Nature Park. There is also the option of running on this route. Highlights of the tour: - Through the Arnsberg Forest Nature Park - Local flora and fauna - Beautiful natural landscapes

  4. #4 - Fitness Trail Circular Route A15

    4.0 (30)·Moderate·7.7 km·Est. 2–2.5 hr
    This idyllic circular route leads along the southern shore of the Möhne Dam in the Arnsberg Forest Nature Park. The trail opens up the densely wooded shore area south of Günne and runs along a mixture of flat shore paths and gently ascending forest trails through dense mixed woodland. A central highlight is the view over the "Westphalian Sea" and the proximity to the mighty Möhne Dam, an engineering masterpiece. The route is technically easy and ideal for hikers who are looking for a...

  5. #5 - Torhaus loop trail A7

    4.0 (24)·Easy·6 km·Est. 1.5–2 hr
    Popular circular hiking trail in the Arnsberg Forest Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. The A7 circular trail starts at the Torhaus car park. From here, you walk through the forest, sometimes along roads, sometimes along the banks of the Möhne dam. Highlights of the hike: - Möhne - Lake Möhne - gatehouse - Quiet forest - Delecker Bay

  6. #6 - Kleine Brüningsen Runde

    4.1 (21)·Easy·4.3 km·Est. 1–1.5 hr

  7. #7 - Möhne Dam Circular Route

    4.3 (37)·Moderate·19.3 km·Est. 5.5–6 hr
    Scenic tour around the Möhnesee lake, North Rhine-Westphalia. This circular route leads around Lake Möhne and to the Möhne dam. It can also be covered on foot, but most of the time it runs close to the road and on paved paths. There are refreshment stops and public toilets at the impressive Möhne Dam. The start is at the car park in "Seepark Möhnesee", right next to the campsite. There are also several places to stop for refreshments here. The "Seestr." bus stop is located nearby, so...

  8. #8 - Möhnesee and Hevesee

    4.4 (20)·Hard·22.2 km·Est. 6.5–7 hr
    This hike circles the western part of Lake Möhne and also Lake Heve, a smaller lake separated by the Heve dam. The route mainly runs along the wooded shoreline with views of the water. After passing the Hevesee, the route also leads through the forest to the hunting lodge of St Meinolf.

  9. #9 - Electoral Thiergarten Arnsberg

    4.1 (27)·Moderate·13.5 km·Est. 4.5–5 hr
    Historical circular route near Arnsberg, North Rhine-Westphalia. The themed trail comprises 41 historically interesting stations and documents the historical development of the Alt-Arnsberg district. It is advisable to obtain the brochure "Erlebnis-Wanderführer" in advance (available from the Arnsberg Tourist Office, Arnsberg bookshops and the Sauerland Museum). The circular route leads through parts of what is now the Obereimer nature reserve on the territory of the former electorate of...

  10. #10 - Loop trail A8: Loermecke Tower

    4.3 (22)·Moderate·11.4 km·Est. 3.5–4 hr
    Popular circular hiking trail in the Arnsberg Forest Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. The circular route A8 leads to the highest point of the Arnsberg Forest. Good starting points for the hike are, for example, the Loermecketurm car park or the Buchsplit car park. You hike almost continuously through the forest, where little surprises like the Josefsteich await you every now and then. Arrived at the high point of the hike, hikers with a head for heights can climb the more than 200 steps...
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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to hike in Arnsberg Forest Nature Park?

According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Arnsberg Forest Nature Park is Moehnesee - Jagdschloss Sankt Meinolf - Hevesee which has a 4.3 star rating from 57 reviews. This trail is 10.3 km long with an elevation gain of 314 m.

What is the longest trail in Arnsberg Forest Nature Park?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Arnsberg Forest Nature Park is Sauerland Waldroute (Fernwanderweg). This trail is estimated to be 242.2 km long.

How many trails are in Arnsberg Forest Nature Park?

There are 127 trails in Arnsberg Forest Nature Park.These trails have an average 4.1-star ratingfrom 736 AllTrails community reviews.

Which trail has the most elevation gain in Arnsberg Forest Nature Park?

Sauerland Waldroute (Fernwanderweg) has the most elevation gain with 8,197 m of total ascent. The park's runner-up is DM Road Bike Sauerland (2022), which has 4,957 m of elevation gain.

Are there camping trails available in Arnsberg Forest Nature Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 18 camping trails in Arnsberg Forest Nature Park and the most popular is Grosse Möhneseerunde with an average 4.0 star rating from 55 community reviews.

Are there running trails available in Arnsberg Forest Nature Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 17 running trails in Arnsberg Forest Nature Park and the most popular is Moehnesee - Jagdschloss Sankt Meinolf - Hevesee with an average 4.3 star rating from 57 community reviews.

Are there biking trails available in Arnsberg Forest Nature Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 23 biking trails in Arnsberg Forest Nature Park and the most popular is Möhne Dam Circular Route with an average 4.3 star rating from 37 community reviews.

Are there any trails with scenic mountain peak views in Arnsberg Forest Nature Park?

Yes, there are 87 trails with scenic mountain peak views in Arnsberg Forest Nature Park, including Grosse Möhneseerunde, Rundwanderweg A1: Im Arnsberger Wald bei Neheim, Torhaus loop trail A7, Kleine Brüningsen Runde and Möhnesee and Hevesee.

Are there any trails with cliffs in Arnsberg Forest Nature Park?

Are there any trails with rivers in Arnsberg Forest Nature Park?

Are there any trails with ponds in Arnsberg Forest Nature Park?

Are there any trails with picnic areas in Arnsberg Forest Nature Park?

Are there any trails with huts in Arnsberg Forest Nature Park?

Yes, there are 8 trails with huts in Arnsberg Forest Nature Park, including Möhne Dam Circular Route, Loop trail A8: Loermecke Tower, Niederense - Möhnesee, Wald Schloss-Route and Möhneseerunde ab Soest.

Are there any trails with dams in Arnsberg Forest Nature Park?

Yes, there are 17 trails with dams in Arnsberg Forest Nature Park, including Grosse Möhneseerunde, Möhne Dam Circular Route, Kleine Brüningsen Runde, Möhnesee and Hevesee and Niederense - Möhnesee.

Are there any trails with archaeological sites in Arnsberg Forest Nature Park?

Are there any trails with castles in Arnsberg Forest Nature Park?

Are there any trails with weather shelters in Arnsberg Forest Nature Park?

Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Arnsberg Forest Nature Park?

Are there any trails with springs in Arnsberg Forest Nature Park?

Yes, there are 13 trails with springs in Arnsberg Forest Nature Park, including Ernst Sluet trail, Rund um die Große Höhe und Markusberg, Wennigloher Rundweg, Hopfenberg Runde and Müssenberg and Hachen Castle Ruins.

Are there any trails with caves in Arnsberg Forest Nature Park?

Are there any trails with sun shelters in Arnsberg Forest Nature Park?

Yes, there is one trail with a sun shelter in Arnsberg Forest Nature Park: Rund um die Große Höhe und Markusberg.

Are there any trails with historical monuments in Arnsberg Forest Nature Park?

Yes, there are 3 trails with historical monuments in Arnsberg Forest Nature Park, including Müssenberg and Hachen Castle Ruins, Mountain Bike Tour aus Langenscheid and WestfalenWanderWeg Etappe 6: Wickede - Möhnesee.

Are there any trails with beaches in Arnsberg Forest Nature Park?

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