Best walking trails in Arnsberg Forest Nature Park
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.
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- 4.2 (8)·Easy·1.9 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrAdmission to the Bilstein Valley Wildlife Park is free and accessible all year round. There are also guided tours of the Bilstein Cave and lynx feeding. The short circular route leads past the viewing point on the Bilstein rock, the forest playground and, of course, enclosures with typical forest animals: Red and sika deer, raccoons, foxes, wild boar and lynx. It is also worth visiting the Warsteiner Waldwirtschaft, which offers coffee and cake, hearty meals and cold drinks. The wildlife park...
- 4.8 (11)·Moderate·4.2 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrPopular loop trail in the Arnsberg Forest Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. The starting point of this hikeon the A11 is the parking lot at the Heve near Neuhaus. The route is made for a relaxed break in nature, also with children. There is a short, fairly steep climb just after crossing the Heve for the first time. Highlights of the route: - Heve - quiet forest trails - Neuhaus
- 4.9 (3)·Easy·1.9 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrNature experience trail on the subject of forest, water and soil near Rüthen in Bibertal. The beaver trail in Rüthen offers 17 exciting stations on the forest, water and soil. See, smell, hear, feel - the 17 stations awaken every sense to unravel the mystery of the forest. Most of the stations are accessible for wheelchair users.
- 3.9 (2)·Easy·4.5 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrFamily-friendly circular hiking trail in the Arnsberg Forest Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. This beautiful, four-and-a-half kilometre route south-east of Belecke is ideal for a jog or a walk with children. Much of the A2 circular trail runs through the forest. Highlights of the hike: - idyllic forest paths - beautiful views
- 2.0 (1)·Moderate·4.2 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrFamily-friendly loop trail in the Arnsberg Forest Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. The Birkenhof car park is the start and finish of the Hirschberger loop trail A2. There are a few picnic spots along the way, for example at the Bermecke hut or at the Kohlenmeiler. Highlights of the route: - Schottmecke - nice picnic spots - idyllic forest trails
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the best trail for walking in Arnsberg Forest Nature Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best trail for walking in Arnsberg Forest Nature Park is Kleine Brüningsen Runde, which has a 4.1 star rating from 21 reviews. This trail is 4.3 km long with an elevation gain of 135 m.
What is the longest walking trail in Arnsberg Forest Nature Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest walking trail in Arnsberg Forest Nature Park is Rund um Günne und Westrich. This trail is estimated to be 9.3 km long.
How many walking trails are in Arnsberg Forest Nature Park?
There are 15 walking trails in Arnsberg Forest Nature Park.These walking trails have an average 4.1-star ratingfrom 54 AllTrails community reviews.
Which walking trail has the most elevation gain in Arnsberg Forest Nature Park?
Arnsberg has the most elevation gain for walking trails with 392 m of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Rund um Günne und Westrich, which has 281 m of elevation gain.
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