Osnabrück Hellern - Hüggel - Iburg
24.6kmLength
702mElevation gain
7–7.5hrEstimated time
Point-to-point
Panoramic hike in the Teutoburg Forest, Lower Saxony.
The starting point for this hike from Osnabrück to Bad Iburg can be the bus stop "Kleine Schulstraße" (bus 91/92) in Hellern, for example. Once in Bad Iburg, you can take the bus back to Hellern (with a change at Osnabrück Neumarkt). If you want to take a shortcut, take the X493 bus to Hasbergen, Plessen or Schierke and then over the Heidhornberg to Jägerberg. Hasbergen also has a railway station.
There are places to stop for refreshments.
Highlights of the hike:
- idyllic forest
- Hüggel
- Bad Iburg
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Top sights
Lienener Berg
Peak
Schaipers Pütt
Spring
Westerbecker Berg
Peak
Schloss Iburg
Castle
Kahler Berg
Peak
Langer Berg
Peak
Jägerberg
Peak
Mittelberg
Peak
Bükersberg
Peak
Martiniberg
Peak
Butterberg
Peak
Bischöfliche Residenz
Castle
Gesmoldsberg
Peak
Gellenbecker Gräberfeld
Archaeological site
Historisches Mühlrad
Archaeological site
Top sights
Lienener Berg
Peak
Schaipers Pütt
Spring
Westerbecker Berg
Peak
Schloss Iburg
Castle
Kahler Berg
Peak
Langer Berg
Peak
Jägerberg
Peak
Mittelberg
Peak
Bükersberg
Peak
Martiniberg
Peak
Butterberg
Peak
Bischöfliche Residenz
Castle
Gesmoldsberg
Peak
Gellenbecker Gräberfeld
Archaeological site
Historisches Mühlrad
Archaeological site
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Enjoy this 24.6-km point-to-point trail near Osnabrück, Lower Saxony. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 6 h 41 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day.
What is the expected weather this week for Osnabrück Hellern - Hüggel - Iburg?
Expected weather for Osnabrück Hellern - Hüggel - Iburg for the next 5 days is:
- Wed 23 September - 17.3 degrees/clear
- Thu 24 September - 17.9 degrees/clear
- Fri 25 September - 19.6 degrees/clear
- Sat 26 September - 23.7 degrees/clear
- Sun 27 September - 20.2 degrees/showers
Where is Osnabrück Hellern - Hüggel - Iburg located?
Osnabrück Hellern - Hüggel - Iburg is a trail located in Nature and Geopark TERRA.vita.
How hard is Osnabrück Hellern - Hüggel - Iburg?
Osnabrück Hellern - Hüggel - Iburg is considered a hard hike that covers 24.6 km, with an elevation gain of 702 m. It takes about 7–7.5 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 Osnabrück Hellern - Hüggel - Iburg?
Osnabrück Hellern - Hüggel - Iburg is considered a hard hike that covers 24.6 km, with an elevation gain of 702 m. It takes about 7–7.5 hr to complete. Hard trails usually cover longer distances, and may have long or steep climbs or more difficult obstacles.
Is Osnabrück Hellern - Hüggel - Iburg a point-to-point trail?
Osnabrück Hellern - Hüggel - Iburg is a point to point trail that covers 24.6 km, with an elevation gain of 702 m. It takes about 7–7.5 hr to complete. Point-to-point routes have a different starting point and endpoint. The length of the trail refers to one-way travel on this route. Don't forget to plan for transportation when exploring point-to-point routes!
How long is Osnabrück Hellern - Hüggel - Iburg?
Osnabrück Hellern - Hüggel - Iburg is a point to point trail that covers 24.6 km, with an elevation gain of 702 m. It takes about 7–7.5 hr to complete. Point-to-point routes have a different starting point and endpoint. The length of the trail refers to one-way travel on this route. Don't forget to plan for transportation when exploring point-to-point routes!
Are dogs allowed on Osnabrück Hellern - Hüggel - Iburg?
Dogs may be allowed on Osnabrück Hellern - Hüggel - Iburg. Be sure to check regulations before heading out.
Is Osnabrück Hellern - Hüggel - Iburg paved?
Yes, according to trailgoers, Osnabrück Hellern - Hüggel - Iburg is partially paved.
Are there forests at Osnabrück Hellern - Hüggel - Iburg?
Yes, Osnabrück Hellern - Hüggel - Iburg is a forest trail in Nature and Geopark TERRA.vita.
Last updated on 22 September 2026 at 22:41 GMT+0