On the Senneweg From Bielefeld to Oerlinghausen
16.7kmLength
471mElevation gain
4.5–5hrEstimated time
Point-to-point
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 the Senne
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Top sights
Jammertal
Valley
Schopketal
Valley
Oerlinghauser Schlucht
Valley
Markengrund
Valley
Eisgrundsberg
Peak
Fichtenschlucht
Valley
Lamberg
Peak
ehemaliges Munitionslager Buschkamp
Archaeological site
Landwehrbachtal
Valley
Schnatgrund
Valley
Holtkamp
Valley
Spiegelshof
Manor
Burg und Festung Sparrenberg
Castle
Süsterkirche
Building
Neustädter Marienkirche
Building
Altstädter Nicolaikirche
Building
Wellsprungtal
Valley
Zwergental
Valley
Waterboertal
Valley
Menkhauser Bachtal
Valley
Zionsberg
Peak
Laucksegge
Peak
Schürgrund
Valley
Bohnenbachtal
Valley
Bielefeld Gorge
Valley
Langengrund
Valley
Jostmeiers Berg
Peak
Bullerbeeketal
Valley
Fichtenschluchtquelle
Spring
Helle Grund
Valley
55-er Kaserne (Ostflügel)
Building
Armoury
Archaeological site
55-er Kaserne (Nordflügel)
Building
Hülsegge
Peak
Eisgrund
Valley
Lonnerbachtal
Valley
Sparrenberg
Peak
Kantensiektal
Valley
Plasegge
Peak
Bokeler Berg
Peak
Obere Eggebachquelle
Spring
Landwehrbachquelle
Spring
Kilometerstein Berlin
Attraction
Brunnen am Alten Markt
Attraction
Archäo Welle
Attraction
Top sights
Jammertal
Valley
Schopketal
Valley
Oerlinghauser Schlucht
Valley
Markengrund
Valley
Eisgrundsberg
Peak
Fichtenschlucht
Valley
Lamberg
Peak
ehemaliges Munitionslager Buschkamp
Archaeological site
Landwehrbachtal
Valley
Schnatgrund
Valley
Holtkamp
Valley
Spiegelshof
Manor
Burg und Festung Sparrenberg
Castle
Süsterkirche
Building
Neustädter Marienkirche
Building
Altstädter Nicolaikirche
Building
Wellsprungtal
Valley
Zwergental
Valley
Waterboertal
Valley
Menkhauser Bachtal
Valley
Zionsberg
Peak
Laucksegge
Peak
Schürgrund
Valley
Bohnenbachtal
Valley
Bielefeld Gorge
Valley
Langengrund
Valley
Jostmeiers Berg
Peak
Bullerbeeketal
Valley
Fichtenschluchtquelle
Spring
Helle Grund
Valley
55-er Kaserne (Ostflügel)
Building
Armoury
Archaeological site
55-er Kaserne (Nordflügel)
Building
Hülsegge
Peak
Eisgrund
Valley
Lonnerbachtal
Valley
Sparrenberg
Peak
Kantensiektal
Valley
Plasegge
Peak
Bokeler Berg
Peak
Obere Eggebachquelle
Spring
Landwehrbachquelle
Spring
Kilometerstein Berlin
Attraction
Brunnen am Alten Markt
Attraction
Archäo Welle
Attraction
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Explore this 16.7-km point-to-point trail near Bielefeld, North Rhine-Westphalia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 4 h 23 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking and running, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day.
What is the expected weather this week for On the Senneweg From Bielefeld to Oerlinghausen?
Expected weather for On the Senneweg From Bielefeld to Oerlinghausen for the next 5 days is:
- Sat 26 September - 22.6 degrees/clear
- Sun 27 September - 22.3 degrees/clear
- Mon 28 September - 24.8 degrees/clear
- Tue 29 September - 25.5 degrees/clear
- Wed 30 September - 19.2 degrees/showers
Where is On the Senneweg From Bielefeld to Oerlinghausen located?
On the Senneweg From Bielefeld to Oerlinghausen is a trail located in Teutoburg Forest / Egge Hills Nature Park.
How hard is On the Senneweg From Bielefeld to Oerlinghausen?
On the Senneweg From Bielefeld to Oerlinghausen is considered a hard hike that covers 16.7 km, with an elevation gain of 471 m. It takes about 4.5–5 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 On the Senneweg From Bielefeld to Oerlinghausen?
On the Senneweg From Bielefeld to Oerlinghausen is considered a hard hike that covers 16.7 km, with an elevation gain of 471 m. It takes about 4.5–5 hr to complete. Hard trails usually cover longer distances, and may have long or steep climbs or more difficult obstacles.
Is On the Senneweg From Bielefeld to Oerlinghausen a point-to-point trail?
On the Senneweg From Bielefeld to Oerlinghausen is a point to point trail that covers 16.7 km, with an elevation gain of 471 m. It takes about 4.5–5 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 On the Senneweg From Bielefeld to Oerlinghausen?
On the Senneweg From Bielefeld to Oerlinghausen is a point to point trail that covers 16.7 km, with an elevation gain of 471 m. It takes about 4.5–5 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 On the Senneweg From Bielefeld to Oerlinghausen?
Dogs may be allowed on On the Senneweg From Bielefeld to Oerlinghausen. Be sure to check regulations before heading out.
Is On the Senneweg From Bielefeld to Oerlinghausen paved?
Yes, according to trailgoers, On the Senneweg From Bielefeld to Oerlinghausen is partially paved.
Are there forests at On the Senneweg From Bielefeld to Oerlinghausen?
Yes, On the Senneweg From Bielefeld to Oerlinghausen is a forest trail in Teutoburg Forest / Egge Hills Nature Park.
Last updated on 25 September 2026 at 22:46 GMT+0