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Best waterfall trails in Teutoburg Forest / Egge Hills Nature Park

Best waterfall trails in Teutoburg Forest / Egge Hills Nature Park

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North Rhine-Westphalia
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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 - Hermannsweg Stage 8: Detmold - Horn-Bad Meinberg

    4.6 (45)·Hard·17.9 km·Est. 5.5–6.5 hr
    This route is stage 8 of the Hermannsweg, a long-distance trail through the Teutoburger Wald. This specific segment begins at the Hermannsdenkmal near Detmold and travels southeast to the Lippischer Velmerstot, ending in Leopoldstal. The path descends from the Grotenburg to the Adlerwarte and the legendary Externsteine, vertical sandstone formations that hikers can climb for panoramic views. Moving into the Eggegebirge, the trail follows the romantic Silberbachtal valley before a final steep...

  2. #2 - 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...

  3. #3 - Donoper Ponds in the Teutoburg Forest

    4.5 (19)·Moderate·5.5 km·Est. 1.5–2 hr
    This idyllic route leads through one of the oldest nature reserves in the Lippe region on the edge of the Teutoburg Forest near Detmold. The path explores the protected area of the Donoper Teiche and the adjacent Hiddeser Bent, following a diverse mixture of well-maintained forest trails, soft paths, and wooden boardwalks over marshy sections. A central highlight is the ensemble of historical ponds, created in the 17th century for fish farming, and the mysterious atmosphere of the adjacent...

  4. #4 - Eggeweg Stage 1: Externsteine - Bad Driburg

    4.5 (10)·Hard·23.3 km·Est. 7–7.5 hr
    Scenic section of the Eggeweg trail The hiking sign is the X. The trail leads from the Externsteine through romantic valleys and over gently rolling hills. You can rest and eat provisions in the mountain huts. As the route is quite long, you should allow plenty of time, but if you wish, you can also use one of the overnight accommodation options along the way. Highlights: - Externsteine - Iburg Castle

  5. #5 - Viaduct Hikiing Trail Altenbeken

    4.3 (17)·Hard·28.6 km·Est. 8–9 hr
    Idyllic circular route Altenbeken near North Rhine-Westphalia. The viaduct trail starts in Altenbeken and can be reached every half hour by train or tram from Paderborn. It starts right at a great highlight: an exhibited steam locomotive from 1941. The trail then leads along beautiful hiking trails around the town and offers the Great Viaduct, the largest limestone bridge in Europe, as a special highlight. The Mariengrotte in Buke and the "Driburger Grund" adventure playground with barbecue...

  6. #6 - Leopoldstal: A3 Silberbach valley

    3.4 (14)·Moderate·3.9 km·Est. 1–1.5 hr
    Popular circular hiking trail in the Teutoburg Forest/Eggegebirge Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. The Leopoldstal circular hiking trail A3 is perfect for a family outing in the countryside. The circular trail leads a short distance from the Silbermühle car park through the Silberbachtal valley. There are a few hundred metres uphill at the start, but afterwards you can enjoy the route in a relaxed manner. Highlights of the hike: - Silbermühle - Quiet forest paths - Knieberg - Silberbach...

  7. #7 - Themenweg Moor-Köche-Tour

    4.6 (5)·Hard·37.3 km·Est. 10–11 hr
    [Horn-Bad Meinberg

  8. #8 - Leopoldstal: A2 Silberbachtal

    4.0 (7)·Easy·5.3 km·Est. 1.5–2 hr
    Family-friendly circular route from Leopoldstal, North Rhine-Westphalia. The circular trail starts at the old school in Leopoldstal. It leads through the beautiful Eggeosthang forest area with Lippischer Velmersstot along the Way of the Cross. A detour to the mystical stone labyrinth is worthwhile along the way. The route finally leads back through the Silberbach valley. Highlights: - Detour to the stone labyrinth - Beautiful forest paths - marvellous views

  9. #9 - Diemel Cycle Route Stage 3: Warburg - Bad Karlshafen

    4.8 (3)·Moderate·40.7 km·Est. 10.5–11.5 hr
    Stage 3 of the Diemel Cycle Path. The last day tour of the Diemel Cycle Path follows the Diemel from Warburg to where it flows into the Weser in Bad Karlshafen. This section also passes numerous nature reserves. In Trendelburg, Würmelsen and Helmarshausen, you pass historic castle and palace ruins. Marking: Ammonites Highlights: - Diemel mill - Wülmersen moated castle

  10. #10 - On the Senneweg From Bielefeld to Oerlinghausen

    5.0 (3)·Hard·16.7 km·Est. 4.5–5 hr
    Panoramic hike in the Teutoburg Forest/Eggegebirge nature park, North Rhine-Westphalia. The approximately 65 km long long-distance hiking trail "Senneweg" is a historic pilgrimage route between Paderborn and Bielefeld. This beautiful hike on the Senneweg begins at Bielefeld Central Station. Via the ridge of the Teutoburg Forest you reach the Alexander Church in Oerlinghausen. Highlights of the hike: - Alexander Church in Oerlinghausen - ridge of the Teutoburg Forest - magnificent views of...
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Frequently asked questions

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

According to users from AllTrails.com, the best waterfall trail to hike in Teutoburg Forest / Egge Hills Nature Park is Hermannsweg Stage 8: Detmold - Horn-Bad Meinberg, which has a 4.6 star rating from 45 reviews. This trail is 17.9 km long with an elevation gain of 692 m.

What is the longest waterfall trail in Teutoburg Forest / Egge Hills Nature Park?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest waterfall trail in Teutoburg Forest / Egge Hills Nature Park is Römer-Lippe-Route Etappe 1: Detmold - Paderborn. This trail is estimated to be 48.3 km long.

How many waterfall trails are in Teutoburg Forest / Egge Hills Nature Park?

There are 25 waterfall trails in Teutoburg Forest / Egge Hills Nature Park.These waterfall trails have an average 4.3-star ratingfrom 205 AllTrails community reviews.

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

Von der Senne nach Dissen has the most elevation gain for waterfall trails with 1,482 m of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Römer-Lippe-Route Etappe 1: Detmold - Paderborn, which has 907 m of elevation gain.

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