MTB Tour: Altena - Altenaffeln
59.1kmLength
2,042mElevation gain
Circular
Varied mountain bike tour in North Rhine-Westphalia.
This is a beautiful, sometimes strenuous circular tour due to the inclines. As a hiking or trail running excursion, the tour is certainly rather demanding - for mountain bikers and gravel bikers there are some small, special challenges. There are refreshment stops along the way. The trail is a mixture of tarmac and forest paths.
The start is in Altena, close to the railway station "Altena (Westfalen)". This means travelling to and from the trail using public transport is possible.
Highlights:
- beautiful views
- varied landscape
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Top sights
Lenneterrasse
Viewpoint
Burg Altena
Castle
Burg Holtzbrink
Manor
Wixberg
Peak
Rimberg
Peak
Lenneplatte
Cliff
Imberg
Peak
Rüssenberg
Peak
Süllberg
Peak
Kuhler
Peak
Bueberg
Peak
Schwarzes Kreuz
Peak
Biwakplatz Kettling
Campsite
Ütterlingser Viadukt
Building
Borkequelle
Spring
Trachtenberg
Peak
Mostenberg
Peak
Nücklenberg
Peak
Hädnocken
Peak
Schellhorn
Peak
Landwehr Elfenfohren
Archaeological site
Landwehr
Archaeological site
Lenneterrasse am Fluss
Viewpoint
Seckeler Berg
Peak
Leisenberg
Peak
Ismecke-Quelle
Spring
Denkmalwand
Cliff
Lennewächter
Cliff
Galgenberg
Peak
Wohnmobilstellplatz Lennepromenade
Caravan site
Jugendgästehaus und Zeltplatz Bahnhof Garbeck
Campsite
Top sights
Lenneterrasse
Viewpoint
Burg Altena
Castle
Burg Holtzbrink
Manor
Wixberg
Peak
Rimberg
Peak
Lenneplatte
Cliff
Imberg
Peak
Rüssenberg
Peak
Süllberg
Peak
Kuhler
Peak
Bueberg
Peak
Schwarzes Kreuz
Peak
Biwakplatz Kettling
Campsite
Ütterlingser Viadukt
Building
Borkequelle
Spring
Trachtenberg
Peak
Mostenberg
Peak
Nücklenberg
Peak
Hädnocken
Peak
Schellhorn
Peak
Landwehr Elfenfohren
Archaeological site
Landwehr
Archaeological site
Lenneterrasse am Fluss
Viewpoint
Seckeler Berg
Peak
Leisenberg
Peak
Ismecke-Quelle
Spring
Denkmalwand
Cliff
Lennewächter
Cliff
Galgenberg
Peak
Wohnmobilstellplatz Lennepromenade
Caravan site
Jugendgästehaus und Zeltplatz Bahnhof Garbeck
Campsite
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Get to know this 59.1-km circular trail near Altena, North Rhine-Westphalia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route. This is a popular trail for camping and mountain biking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day.
What is the expected weather this week for MTB Tour: Altena - Altenaffeln?
Expected weather for MTB Tour: Altena - Altenaffeln for the next 5 days is:
- Sat 26 September - 24.4 degrees/clear
- Sun 27 September - 24.2 degrees/clear
- Mon 28 September - 25.7 degrees/clear
- Tue 29 September - 27 degrees/clear
- Wed 30 September - 19.3 degrees/showers
Where is MTB Tour: Altena - Altenaffeln located?
MTB Tour: Altena - Altenaffeln is a trail located in Sauerland-Rothaargebirge Nature Park.
Are dogs allowed on MTB Tour: Altena - Altenaffeln?
Dogs may be allowed on MTB Tour: Altena - Altenaffeln. Be sure to check regulations before heading out.
Are there scenic views at MTB Tour: Altena - Altenaffeln?
Yes, according to trailgoers, MTB Tour: Altena - Altenaffeln features multiple scenic viewpoints. Some of the viewpoints include Lenneterrasse and Lenneterrasse am Fluss.
Is camping allowed at MTB Tour: Altena - Altenaffeln?
Camping is allowed on MTB Tour: Altena - Altenaffeln 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 mountain biking allowed at MTB Tour: Altena - Altenaffeln?
Mountain biking is allowed on MTB Tour: Altena - Altenaffeln in Sauerland-Rothaargebirge Nature Park. Double check if the trail is mixed use or MTB-only.
Is MTB Tour: Altena - Altenaffeln paved?
Yes, according to trailgoers, MTB Tour: Altena - Altenaffeln is partially paved.
Are there forests at MTB Tour: Altena - Altenaffeln?
Yes, MTB Tour: Altena - Altenaffeln is a forest trail in Sauerland-Rothaargebirge Nature Park.
Last updated on 17 September 2026 at 02:54 GMT+0