Best wildlife trails in Sauerland-Rothaargebirge Nature Park

Fantastic circular route in the Sauerland mountains, North Rhine-Westphalia. This route is a certified premium hiking trail and is part of the Rothaarsteig trails. Start is at the parking lot at the ski hut in Westfeld. It goes up to what is probably the most famous of all Sauerland mountains via the Kahler Asten Steig. Sturdy shoes are highly recommended in order to enjoy the magnificent mountain world unscathed. This ascent has it all, but also rewards with great views of many gorges and...

Picturesque and scenic excursion in the Sauerland-Roothaargebirge Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. A very charming hiking trail that leads through the Sauerland-Roothaargebirge Nature Park. A particularly beautiful trail that is suitable for the whole family. Highlights of the tour: - Through the Sauerland-Roothaargebirge Nature Park - Local flora and fauna - Beautiful natural landscapes

Panoramic circular hike in the Sauerland-Rothaargebirge Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. From the railway station, you first walk through the spa gardens, the old town of Winterberg and along the Way of the Cross around the Kreuzberg. You hike downhill on well-surfaced paths into the Orketal valley. The route then leads through the Helletal valley back to the starting point. Beautiful loop with good views. Dogs can run freely on the paths for the most part (with the exception of the town...

Popular circular route to the only natural waterfall in North Rhine-Westphalia, near Bestwig, North Rhine-Westphalia. This route leads through a lush mixed forest to the impressive Plästerlegge in the Sauerland-Rothaargebirge nature park. The paths are mostly natural. Sturdy shoes are recommended. There is plenty of seating around the waterfall. Here you can rest and enjoy the sound of the waterfall. The Plästerlegge is particularly impressive after a few rainy days - then it turns into an...

This route follows stage 1 of the Rothaarsteig, connecting the old Hanseatic town of Brilon with the popular resort town of Willingen on a scenic section. The hike starts at the historic marketplace in Brilon and leads through the Briloner Bürgerwald up to the Borberg, the highest point of the Brilon plateau, offering expansive views of the Ruhr Valley. Further highlights include the Ginsterköpfe with its "forest sofa," the artistic "Feuereiche" (Fire Oak), and the imposing Bruchhauser Steine...

This route follows stage 2 of the Rothaarsteig, connecting the World Cup resort of Willingen with the famous winter sports hub of Winterberg on a visually stunning section. The hike leads over the Langenberg (843 m / 2,766 ft), the highest mountain in North Rhine-Westphalia, and through the Neuer Hagen nature reserve, the state's largest highland heath. Highlights include the sweeping panoramic views from the treeless summit of the Clemensberg, visiting the source of the Ruhr River, and the...

Wonderful and varied hiking tour in the Bergisches Land, North Rhine-Westphalia. Always along the water, it goes around the Genkeltalsperre dam. The hiking sign is a white A4 on a black background. Highlights of the route: - beautiful natural landscapes - Local flora and fauna - great views of and around the Genkeltalsperre dam

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,...

Idyllic loop aroundLake Sorpe, North Rhine-Westphalia. The circular route around the Sorpe reservoir in the Sauerland region is well developed and has hardly any metres in altitude. There are some shady sections and beautiful views of the equalising basin. There are beaches around the Sorpesee for swimming, sailing, fishing, hiking and cycling. This route therefore offers everything for a great leisure activity. Due to the minimal gradients, this route is suitable for everyone. The distance...

Popular quality trail in the Rothaargebirge, North Rhine-Westphalia The Rothaarsteig bison trail is a certified quality hiking trail that enchants hikers of all ages with picturesque views and impressive wildlife. As the name of the circular hike suggests, this route is all about the majestic bison. The best place to observe them is in the "bison wilderness" enclosure near the starting point. Accessible by bus and train (short walk from the Kappler Mühle stop). There are refreshment...