Zum Hochheideturm
100% of reviewers say this trail is moderate
17.5kmLength
512mElevation gain
5–5.5hrEstimated time
Circular
Explore this 17.5-km circular trail near Willingen, Hesse. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 4 h 52 min to complete. This trail is great for camping, hiking, and running, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are April through November. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a lead.
Panoramic hike to the Hochheideturm tower near Willingen (Upland), Hesse
There are numerous refreshment stops along the route.
Highlights of the hike:
- Summer toboggan run in Willingen (Upland)
- View from the Hochheideturm tower
- Hiking through the beautiful heath landscape of the Sauerland
Top sights
Mühlenkopf
Peak
Hoppecke-Quelle
Spring
Neuer Clemensberg
Peak
Langenberg
Peak
Aschenputtel
Attraction
Kyrillpfad
Attraction
Hoher Stuhl
Attraction
Äolsharfe
Attraction
Original Willinger Glasmanufaktur
Attraction
Ettelsberg
Peak
Kriegerdenkmal
Ruins
Wohnmobilpark Willingen
Caravan site
Heidi
Attraction
Lüttekefeld
Peak
Hegekopf
Peak
Große Grube
Weather shelter
Kinderlieder
Attraction
Gestiefelte Kater
Attraction
Hensel und Gretel
Attraction
Kneippbecken
Attraction
Speicherbecken
Reservoir
Holz-Hängematte
Attraction
Rapunzel
Attraction
Schneewittchen
Attraction
Dschungelbuch
Attraction
Schlümpfe
Attraction
tapfere Schneiderlein
Attraction
Hase und Igel
Attraction
Max und Moritz
Attraction
Karius und Baktus
Attraction
Frau Holle
Attraction
Rattenfänger von Hameln
Attraction
Tischlein deck dich
Attraction
Zwergenhaus
Attraction
Streichelwiese
Attraction
Rumpelstielzchen
Attraction
Dornröschen
Attraction
Prinzessin auf der Erbse
Attraction
Rotkäppchen
Attraction
Gänseliesel
Attraction
Brüderchen und Schwesterchen
Attraction
Papageienshow
Attraction
Biene Maja
Attraction
Froschkönig
Attraction
Hans im Glück
Attraction
Greifvogelshow, Eulenshow
Attraction
Top sights
Mühlenkopf
Peak
Hoppecke-Quelle
Spring
Neuer Clemensberg
Peak
Langenberg
Peak
Aschenputtel
Attraction
Kyrillpfad
Attraction
Hoher Stuhl
Attraction
Äolsharfe
Attraction
Original Willinger Glasmanufaktur
Attraction
Ettelsberg
Peak
Kriegerdenkmal
Ruins
Wohnmobilpark Willingen
Caravan site
Heidi
Attraction
Lüttekefeld
Peak
Hegekopf
Peak
Große Grube
Weather shelter
Kinderlieder
Attraction
Gestiefelte Kater
Attraction
Hensel und Gretel
Attraction
Kneippbecken
Attraction
Speicherbecken
Reservoir
Holz-Hängematte
Attraction
Rapunzel
Attraction
Schneewittchen
Attraction
Dschungelbuch
Attraction
Schlümpfe
Attraction
tapfere Schneiderlein
Attraction
Hase und Igel
Attraction
Max und Moritz
Attraction
Karius und Baktus
Attraction
Frau Holle
Attraction
Rattenfänger von Hameln
Attraction
Tischlein deck dich
Attraction
Zwergenhaus
Attraction
Streichelwiese
Attraction
Rumpelstielzchen
Attraction
Dornröschen
Attraction
Prinzessin auf der Erbse
Attraction
Rotkäppchen
Attraction
Gänseliesel
Attraction
Brüderchen und Schwesterchen
Attraction
Papageienshow
Attraction
Biene Maja
Attraction
Froschkönig
Attraction
Hans im Glück
Attraction
Greifvogelshow, Eulenshow
Attraction
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Frequently asked questions
What is the expected weather this week for Zum Hochheideturm?
Expected weather for Zum Hochheideturm for the next 5 days is:
- Mon 21 September - 13.5 degrees/despejado
- Tue 22 September - 15.6 degrees/despejado
- Wed 23 September - 11.7 degrees/lluvia
- Thu 24 September - 15.2 degrees/llovizna
- Fri 25 September - 20.1 degrees/despejado
Where is Zum Hochheideturm located?
Zum Hochheideturm is a trail located in Sauerland-Rothaargebirge Nature Park.
How hard is Zum Hochheideturm?
Zum Hochheideturm is considered a hard hike that covers 17.5 km, with an elevation gain of 512 m. It takes about 5–5.5 hr to complete. Hard trails usually cover longer distances, and may have long or steep climbs or more difficult obstacles.
What is the elevation gain for Zum Hochheideturm?
Zum Hochheideturm is considered a hard hike that covers 17.5 km, with an elevation gain of 512 m. It takes about 5–5.5 hr to complete. Hard trails usually cover longer distances, and may have long or steep climbs or more difficult obstacles.
Is Zum Hochheideturm a circular?
Zum Hochheideturm is a circular trail that covers 17.5 km, with an elevation gain of 512 m. It takes about 5–5.5 hr to complete. Circular trails have the same starting point and endpoint. You'll follow a single route without retracing your steps.
How long is Zum Hochheideturm?
Zum Hochheideturm is a circular trail that covers 17.5 km, with an elevation gain of 512 m. It takes about 5–5.5 hr to complete. Circular trails have the same starting point and endpoint. You'll follow a single route without retracing your steps.
Are dogs allowed on Zum Hochheideturm?
Yes, dogs are allowed on Zum Hochheideturm, but must remain on a lead.
When is the best time of year to hike Zum Hochheideturm?
April to November is the most popular time of year to visit Zum Hochheideturm.
How busy is Zum Hochheideturm?
According to trailgoers, Zum Hochheideturm is usually not too busy. April to November is the most popular time of year to visit Zum Hochheideturm.
Is camping allowed at Zum Hochheideturm?
Camping is allowed on Zum Hochheideturm in Sauerland-Rothaargebirge Nature Park. Camping accommodations vary, and can include campsites, dispersed camping, huts, or in-town accommodations. You should always double check if a permit is required.
Is Zum Hochheideturm paved?
Yes, according to trailgoers, Zum Hochheideturm is partially paved.
Are there forests at Zum Hochheideturm?
Yes, Zum Hochheideturm is a forest trail in Sauerland-Rothaargebirge Nature Park.
Last updated on 19 September 2026 at 22:47 GMT+0