Best trails near Kahler Asten
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Kahler Asten: This area is best seen from the trail. Good news: 17 trails will get you there, including hiking, camping, and backpacking trails. Plan your trip with hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Kahler Asten: Explore this area from one of 2 easy hiking routes or discover child friendly routes for your next family trip. Kahler Asten: Looking for a challenge? Choose from 15 more difficult routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Kahler Asten are perfect for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts.
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- 4.3 (147)·Moderate·5.8 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrIdyllic hike in Winterberg, North Rhine-Westphalia. At 841.9 metres, the Kahle Asten is the third highest mountain in the Rothaargebirge. There are car parks and a bus stop at the starting point. There is a weather station and the Astenturm tower on the mountain, which has a hotel and restaurant. It is also a very popular winter sports area. Highlights of the tour: - Kahler Asten - Branch Tower - Landwehr Winterberg ski jump
- 4.5 (125)·Moderate·11.9 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrScenic and varied hiking and running tour in Winterberg, North Rhine-Westphalia. The hike (or running tour) leads from the P5 car park in Winterberg to the Kahler Asten and the Hoher Knochen. Travelling by bus is also possible. Highlights of the tour: - Idyllic views - Interesting local flora and fauna - Charming natural landscape
- 4.5 (115)·Hard·15.9 km·Est. 5–5.5 hrFantastic 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...
- 4.1 (23)·Hard·18.8 kmThis 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,...
- 4.5 (21)·Moderate·12.2 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrPopular circular hike in the Sauerland-Rothaargebirge Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. From the Kahler Asten car park, the route follows forest paths around the Hoher Knochen and the Hömberg. As you start from the highest point in North Rhine-Westphalia, the route initially goes downhill on partly washed-out or muddy paths. The ascent on the way back is relatively gentle. Dogs can run freely on the paths. Highlights of the hike: - Kahler Asten - Great views over the Rothaargebirge...
- 4.3 (7)·Moderate·9.7 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrThis classic high-altitude tour leads through the "roof of the Sauerland" and connects the highest church village in the region, Altastenberg, with its most famous peak. The trail opens up the vast high heath landscapes of the Rothaargebirge and runs along a varied mix of well-developed hiking trails, natural paths and sections of the famous Rothaarsteig. A central highlight is the summit of the Kahler Asten (841 m) with its striking viewing tower and the high heath area, which is significant...
- 4.0 (9)·Hard·23.3 km·Est. 7.5–8 hrThe tour starts at the railway station in Winterberg and first runs through the tourist town to the St. Georgs-Schanze with a magnificent panoramic view over the Hochsauerland. A beautiful forest path takes you to the most famous mountain in North Rhine-Westphalia, the Kahler Asten. There you can climb the Astenturm tower or hike the Heidelehrpfad nature trail with its 15 stations and the Lennequelle spring. You reach the "Helleplatz" car park via the forest and can take the bus back to...
- 4.1 (6)·Moderate·7.1 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrPanoramic hike up the Kahler Asten in the Rothaargebirge bi Winterberg, North Rhine-Westphalia There are refreshment stops in Altastenberg and on the Kahler Asten. Highlights of the hike: - atmospheric hike through the Rothaargebirge mountains - Ascent to the Kahler Asten - View from the Astenturm tower
- 4.0 (7)·Moderate·10.8 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrPanoramic circular route to the Kahler Asten, North Rhine-Westphalia. The circular trail opens up the landscape around the Kahler Asten near Winterberg. One destination on the way to the summit is the Lennequelle spring, which rises in a small rocky outcrop on the slope of the mountain. Once at the top, the view opens up over the hilly landscape of the Sauerland. The route leads through the spruce forests typical of the region as well as across the treeless heathland of the summit, which...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Kahler Asten?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Kahler Asten. On AllTrails.com/en-gb/, you'll find 15 hiking trails, 5 backpacking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Kahler Asten?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Kahler Asten is Kahlen Asten Circular Route, which has a 4.3 star rating from 147 reviews. This trail is 5.8 km long with an elevation gain of 217 m.
What is the longest trail near Kahler Asten?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Kahler Asten is MTB: Rund um Winterberg und Niedersfeld. This trail is estimated to be 61.5 km long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Kahler Asten?
Kahler Asten: With an ascent of 1,985 m, MTB: Rund um Winterberg und Niedersfeld has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Jugendwanderweg Winterberger Höhentour with 878 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Kahler Asten?
The most popular and difficult trail near Kahler Asten is Kahler-Asten-Steig with a 4.5-star rating from 115 reviews.
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