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Best dog-friendly trails in Teutoburg Forest / Egge Hills Nature Park

Best dog-friendly trails in Teutoburg Forest / Egge Hills Nature Park

3.9(69 reviews)

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North Rhine-Westphalia
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#4 of 9 nature parks

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The Teutoburg Forest/Eggegebirge Nature Park was founded in 1965 and covers an area of 2736 square kilometres in the north-east of North Rhine-Westphalia. It is the sixth largest park in Germany and the second largest park in the federal state. Part of the nature park is the Teutoburg Forest, but the area is much larger and includes other nature conservation and forest areas.

Visitors can enjoy the varied landscape and beautiful forest trails here - relaxation for the whole family. Impressive cultural landscapes and natural treasures such as the Externsteine or the Desenberg volcano also await.

Top sights

Grottenfels
Grottenfels
Cliff
Stemberg
Stemberg
Peak
Bollerspring
Bollerspring
Spring
Sandsteinquelle
Sandsteinquelle
Spring
Lewenberg
Lewenberg
Peak
Jammertal
Jammertal
Valley

Top trails

  1. #1 - Patensteig

    4.6 (56)·Moderate·6.6 km·Est. 1.5–2 hr
    Popular hiking trail in the Teutoburg Forest Nature Park / Eggegebirge. The Patensteig is one of the most popular hiking trails in the region. Three of the four larger Extertal waterfalls are connected on this route. In addition, you hike through wildly romantic stream valleys, shady forests and lovely fields. This is a pure nature experience for the whole family. The Patensteig requires sure-footedness and appropriate footwear. Information boards along the route refer to historical events...

  2. #2 - Luhbachweg

    4.1 (9)·Moderate·8.7 km·Est. 2.5–3 hr
    Idyllic and dog-friendly hiking excursion in Langenholzhausen near Kalletal, North Rhine-Westphalia. Charming circular route across fields, meadows and forests. A short yet varied tour. Highlights of the tour: - Beautiful views - Local flora and fauna - Pretty natural landscapes
  3. Rundwanderweg A3 Rischenau - Schwalenberger Wald

    #3 - Rundwanderweg A3 Rischenau - Schwalenberger Wald

    4.0 (1)·Easy·6 km·Est. 1.5–2 hr
    Panoramic circular trail through the Schwalenberg Forest, North Rhine-Westphalia. The circular trail leads through the Salkenbruch with its numerous spring streams, wet woodlands and beech forests. It is worth stopping for a while at the refuge and enjoying the view. The starting and finishing point is the car park at the memorial in Rischenau. Highlights: - Spring streams and wetland forests - marvellous beech forests - marvellous views
  4. Rundwanderweg A4 Kreuzkrug

    #4 - Rundwanderweg A4 Kreuzkrug

    4.0 (1)·Easy·3.4 km·Est. 0.5–1 hr
    Idyllic round "Kreuzkrug", North Rhine-Westphalia The Fürstliche Forsthaus Kreuzkrug is a great starting point for various hikes. This short route is perfect for relaxing in nature. Well-maintained paths lead partly through the forest and partly along fields. A stop at the forester's lodge (Thu-Sun) or a nice picnic is a great way to round off the walk. Highlights: - Quiet paths - idyllic nature

  5. #5 - Um den Flugplatz Detmold

    2.7 (2)·Easy·2.6 km·Est. 0.5–1 hr
    Short, scenic tour in Detmold, North Rhine-Westphalia. The local recreation trail Am Flugplatz takes you around the special landing site. Here you have the opportunity to see and observe gliders in action. Great fun for the whole family. Highlights: - Tower of the Detmold airfield - Views of gliders

  6. #6 - Schlangen Rundwanderweg A1: Langes Tal / Noaks Pumpe

    Moderate·7.6 km·Est. 2–2.5 hr
    Family-friendly and scenic circular hiking trail in Schlangen, North Rhine-Westphalia. Starting at the car park at the "Lange Tal" natural monument, the trail follows the Bohmsweg up to the Noaks Pumpe viewing point and through the Lange Tal. Highlights of the hike: - Immig quarry - Noaks Pump - Klockenberg - Long Valley - Long Valley" natural monument
  7. Rundwanderweg A3 Vinsebeck

    #7 - Rundwanderweg A3 Vinsebeck

    Easy·4 km·Est. 0.5–1 hr
    Scenic loop around Vinsebeck, North Rhine-Westphalia This beautiful walk begins with a cultural highlight, the moated castle of Vinsebeck. This impressive baroque creation is considered one of the most beautiful castles in Westphalia. The route leads along easily accessible paths through fields and partly through the village of Vinsebeck. Highlights: - Vinsebeck moated castle - Niedere Mühle mill - Scenic landscape
  8. Schlangen Rundwanderweg A2

    #8 - Schlangen Rundwanderweg A2

    Easy·4.3 km·Est. 1–1.5 hr
    Family-friendly and scenic circular hiking trail near Schlangen, North Rhine-Westphalia. Starting at the car park at the "Lange Tal" natural monument, the route follows the Hühnerbergsweg up to the Emken valley and through the Lange Tal. Far-reaching views and idyllic scenery are guaranteed. Highlights: - Long Valley - Emkental nature reserve
  9. Blankenrode Rundweg A6

    #9 - Blankenrode Rundweg A6

    Easy·4.5 km·Est. 1–1.5 hr
    Idyllic circular route from Blankenrode, North Rhine-Westphalia The A6 circular trail from Blankerode leads through the wild and romantic Altenautal valley along the Altenau river, which gives the trail its name, and high up along the valley slope. The bus stop can be the start and end point. However, there is also a car park. Highlights: - marvellous view - Altenautal valley - Local flora and fauna
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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best dog-friendly trail to hike in Teutoburg Forest / Egge Hills Nature Park?

According to users from AllTrails.com, the best dog-friendly trail to hike in Teutoburg Forest / Egge Hills Nature Park is Patensteig, which has a 4.6 star rating from 56 reviews. This trail is 6.6 km long with an elevation gain of 160 m.

What is the longest dog-friendly trail in Teutoburg Forest / Egge Hills Nature Park?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest dog-friendly trail in Teutoburg Forest / Egge Hills Nature Park is Luhbachweg. This trail is estimated to be 8.7 km long.

How many dog-friendly trails are in Teutoburg Forest / Egge Hills Nature Park?

There are 9 dog-friendly trails in Teutoburg Forest / Egge Hills Nature Park.These dog-friendly trails have an average 3.9-star ratingfrom 69 AllTrails community reviews.

Which dog-friendly trail has the most elevation gain in Teutoburg Forest / Egge Hills Nature Park?

Luhbachweg has the most elevation gain for dog-friendly trails with 256 m of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Patensteig, which has 160 m of elevation gain.

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