Im Teutoburgerwald über die Lavendelfelder und zur Falkenburg
30.7kmLength
1,002mElevation gain
9–10hrEstimated time
Circular
Varied hike in the eastern Teutoburg Forest, North Rhine-Westphalia.
Start at the car park in the south of Holzhausen-Externsteine. A number of historical and geological sights await those who embark on the rather long hike: the Externsteine natural monument, the Falkenburg ruins, whose history began in the 12th century, and the wonderfully fragrant lavender fields in the Wiembecke valley.
Highlights:
- Externsteine
- Lavender fields "Petite Provence"
- Falkenburg Castle
- Barrier wall cultural monument
- Grotenburg Castle
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Top sights
Grottenfels
Cliff
Stemberg
Peak
Sachsentaufe
Attraction
Falkenburg
Archaeological site
Europäisches Wanderkreuz
Attraction
Hermann Memorial
Monument
Grotenburg
Peak
Grotenburg
Archaeological site
Bärenstein
Peak
Petite Provence
Attraction
Wackelsteinfels
Cliff
Treppenfels
Cliff
Falkenberg
Peak
Hellberg
Peak
Warwegsgrund
Valley
Ostertal
Valley
Höhenkammer
Archaeological site
Wackelstein
Attraction
Felsengrab
Archaeological site
Großer Hünenring
Archaeological site
Turmfels
Cliff
Ransberg
Peak
Wiggengrund
Valley
Geisterschlucht
Valley
Sengebeutel
Peak
Bleibusch
Peak
High Plateau
Peak
Märchengrund
Valley
Paschenburg
Peak
Hangstein
Peak
Obere Breitenaht
Valley
Hellgrund
Valley
Bienenparadies
Garden
Kulturdenkmal Sperrwall
Archaeological site
ehemaliger Märchenwald
Attraction
Top sights
Grottenfels
Cliff
Stemberg
Peak
Sachsentaufe
Attraction
Falkenburg
Archaeological site
Europäisches Wanderkreuz
Attraction
Hermann Memorial
Monument
Grotenburg
Peak
Grotenburg
Archaeological site
Bärenstein
Peak
Petite Provence
Attraction
Wackelsteinfels
Cliff
Treppenfels
Cliff
Falkenberg
Peak
Hellberg
Peak
Warwegsgrund
Valley
Ostertal
Valley
Höhenkammer
Archaeological site
Wackelstein
Attraction
Felsengrab
Archaeological site
Großer Hünenring
Archaeological site
Turmfels
Cliff
Ransberg
Peak
Wiggengrund
Valley
Geisterschlucht
Valley
Sengebeutel
Peak
Bleibusch
Peak
High Plateau
Peak
Märchengrund
Valley
Paschenburg
Peak
Hangstein
Peak
Obere Breitenaht
Valley
Hellgrund
Valley
Bienenparadies
Garden
Kulturdenkmal Sperrwall
Archaeological site
ehemaliger Märchenwald
Attraction
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Discover this 30.7-km circular trail near Horn-Bad Meinberg, North Rhine-Westphalia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 8 h 55 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
What is the expected weather this week for Im Teutoburgerwald über die Lavendelfelder und zur Falkenburg?
Expected weather for Im Teutoburgerwald über die Lavendelfelder und zur Falkenburg for the next 5 days is:
- Sat 26 September - 23.1 degrees/clear
- Sun 27 September - 24.8 degrees/clear
- Mon 28 September - 24.4 degrees/clear
- Tue 29 September - 23.9 degrees/clear
- Wed 30 September - 22.2 degrees/clear
Where is Im Teutoburgerwald über die Lavendelfelder und zur Falkenburg located?
Im Teutoburgerwald über die Lavendelfelder und zur Falkenburg is a trail located in Teutoburg Forest / Egge Hills Nature Park.
How hard is Im Teutoburgerwald über die Lavendelfelder und zur Falkenburg?
Im Teutoburgerwald über die Lavendelfelder und zur Falkenburg is considered a hard hike that covers 30.7 km, with an elevation gain of 1,002 m. It takes about 9–10 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 Im Teutoburgerwald über die Lavendelfelder und zur Falkenburg?
Im Teutoburgerwald über die Lavendelfelder und zur Falkenburg is considered a hard hike that covers 30.7 km, with an elevation gain of 1,002 m. It takes about 9–10 hr to complete. Hard trails usually cover longer distances, and may have long or steep climbs or more difficult obstacles.
Is Im Teutoburgerwald über die Lavendelfelder und zur Falkenburg a circular?
Im Teutoburgerwald über die Lavendelfelder und zur Falkenburg is a circular trail that covers 30.7 km, with an elevation gain of 1,002 m. It takes about 9–10 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 Im Teutoburgerwald über die Lavendelfelder und zur Falkenburg?
Im Teutoburgerwald über die Lavendelfelder und zur Falkenburg is a circular trail that covers 30.7 km, with an elevation gain of 1,002 m. It takes about 9–10 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 Im Teutoburgerwald über die Lavendelfelder und zur Falkenburg?
Dogs may be allowed on Im Teutoburgerwald über die Lavendelfelder und zur Falkenburg. Be sure to check regulations before heading out.
When is the best time of year to hike Im Teutoburgerwald über die Lavendelfelder und zur Falkenburg?
Im Teutoburgerwald über die Lavendelfelder und zur Falkenburg is open all year round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
How busy is Im Teutoburgerwald über die Lavendelfelder und zur Falkenburg?
According to trailgoers, Im Teutoburgerwald über die Lavendelfelder und zur Falkenburg is usually busy. Im Teutoburgerwald über die Lavendelfelder und zur Falkenburg is open all year round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
Is Im Teutoburgerwald über die Lavendelfelder und zur Falkenburg paved?
Yes, according to trailgoers, Im Teutoburgerwald über die Lavendelfelder und zur Falkenburg is partially paved.
Are there forests at Im Teutoburgerwald über die Lavendelfelder und zur Falkenburg?
Yes, Im Teutoburgerwald über die Lavendelfelder und zur Falkenburg is a forest trail in Teutoburg Forest / Egge Hills Nature Park.
Are there wildflowers at Im Teutoburgerwald über die Lavendelfelder und zur Falkenburg?
Yes, trailgoers have reported a variety of wildflower types on Im Teutoburgerwald über die Lavendelfelder und zur Falkenburg, though the specific types can vary from month to month.
Last updated on 26 September 2026 at 00:35 GMT+0