Mühlensteig (Fernwanderweg)
63.4kmLength
1,878mElevation gain
18–19.5hrEstimated time
Point-to-point
Varied long-distance hiking trail in the Wiehen and Weser mountains
The Mühlenkreis district is home to an abundance of historic mills that have been lovingly restored and are fully functional - the long-distance hiking trail therefore lives up to its name. The direction and stages can be customised; three of the stages suggested here are less than 15 km long and are suitable for beginners. The last stage is a little longer, but is also easy to master. Along the way, there are places to stop for refreshments, museums and, of course, mills, but also quiet moments in nature where you can simply take a deep breath and find yourself.
Highlights:
- Historic mills
- "Beech cathedrals" in the Wiehengebirge mountains
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Top sights
Kaiser-Wilhelm-Denkmal
Monument
Moltketurm
Tower
Westphalian Gap
Valley
Wittekindsburg
Archaeological site
Kreuzkirche Wittekindsberg
Archaeological site
Lohfelder Egge
Peak
Lohfelder Kuppe
Peak
Häverstädter Mountain
Peak
Steinberg (Rote Klippe)
Peak
Königsberg
Peak
Habichtswand
Cliff
Dützer Berg
Peak
Wülpker Haineberg
Peak
Wülpker Egge
Peak
Margarethenklus
Attraction
Eidinghauser Berg
Peak
Bergkirchener Kopf
Peak
Horsthöhe
Peak
Breitenbrink
Peak
Gehlenbecker Berg
Peak
Nettelstedter Berg
Peak
Heidbrink
Peak
Glösinghauser Berg
Peak
Wolfsschlucht
Cliff
Wittekindsberg
Peak
Stremmels Ruh
Cliff
Kleinenbremer Haineberg
Peak
Papenbrink
Peak
Donoer Berg
Peak
Wittekindsburg
Attraction
U-Verlagerung Dachs 1
Monument
Gut Oheimb
Castle
Wittekindsquelle
Spring
Wittekind-Quelle
Spring
Uphauser Berg
Peak
Lutternsche Egge
Peak
Rothenuffeler Berg
Peak
Haddenhauser Berg
Peak
Volmerdingser Berg
Peak
Lutternsche Egge
Peak
Kahlewart
Peak
Bröderhauser Mountain
Peak
Eickhorster Berg
Peak
Schnathorster Berg
Peak
Lübber Berg
Peak
Kniebrink
Peak
Blasheimer Berg
Peak
Fettenholser Berg
Peak
Straußberg
Peak
Domprobstberg
Peak
Silberblick
Viewpoint
Hartingsche Mühle
Attraction
Wohnmobilstellplatz Porta-Bad
Caravan site
Glösinghauser Hütte
Weather shelter
Windmühle Struckhof
Attraction
Top sights
Kaiser-Wilhelm-Denkmal
Monument
Moltketurm
Tower
Westphalian Gap
Valley
Wittekindsburg
Archaeological site
Kreuzkirche Wittekindsberg
Archaeological site
Lohfelder Egge
Peak
Lohfelder Kuppe
Peak
Häverstädter Mountain
Peak
Steinberg (Rote Klippe)
Peak
Königsberg
Peak
Habichtswand
Cliff
Dützer Berg
Peak
Wülpker Haineberg
Peak
Wülpker Egge
Peak
Margarethenklus
Attraction
Eidinghauser Berg
Peak
Bergkirchener Kopf
Peak
Horsthöhe
Peak
Breitenbrink
Peak
Gehlenbecker Berg
Peak
Nettelstedter Berg
Peak
Heidbrink
Peak
Glösinghauser Berg
Peak
Wolfsschlucht
Cliff
Wittekindsberg
Peak
Stremmels Ruh
Cliff
Kleinenbremer Haineberg
Peak
Papenbrink
Peak
Donoer Berg
Peak
Wittekindsburg
Attraction
U-Verlagerung Dachs 1
Monument
Gut Oheimb
Castle
Wittekindsquelle
Spring
Wittekind-Quelle
Spring
Uphauser Berg
Peak
Lutternsche Egge
Peak
Rothenuffeler Berg
Peak
Haddenhauser Berg
Peak
Volmerdingser Berg
Peak
Lutternsche Egge
Peak
Kahlewart
Peak
Bröderhauser Mountain
Peak
Eickhorster Berg
Peak
Schnathorster Berg
Peak
Lübber Berg
Peak
Kniebrink
Peak
Blasheimer Berg
Peak
Fettenholser Berg
Peak
Straußberg
Peak
Domprobstberg
Peak
Silberblick
Viewpoint
Hartingsche Mühle
Attraction
Wohnmobilstellplatz Porta-Bad
Caravan site
Glösinghauser Hütte
Weather shelter
Windmühle Struckhof
Attraction
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Get to know this 63.4-km point-to-point trail near Preußisch Oldendorf, North Rhine-Westphalia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 17 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 Mühlensteig (Fernwanderweg)?
Expected weather for Mühlensteig (Fernwanderweg) for the next 5 days is:
- Thu 24 September - 16.7 degrees/clear
- Fri 25 September - 20.6 degrees/clear
- Sat 26 September - 18.8 degrees/clear
- Sun 27 September - 25.2 degrees/clear
- Mon 28 September - 25.6 degrees/drizzle
Where is Mühlensteig (Fernwanderweg) located?
Mühlensteig (Fernwanderweg) is a trail located in Nature and Geopark TERRA.vita.
How hard is Mühlensteig (Fernwanderweg)?
Mühlensteig (Fernwanderweg) is considered a hard hike that covers 63.4 km, with an elevation gain of 1,878 m. It takes about 18–19.5 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 Mühlensteig (Fernwanderweg)?
Mühlensteig (Fernwanderweg) is considered a hard hike that covers 63.4 km, with an elevation gain of 1,878 m. It takes about 18–19.5 hr to complete. Hard trails usually cover longer distances, and may have long or steep climbs or more difficult obstacles.
Is Mühlensteig (Fernwanderweg) a point-to-point trail?
Mühlensteig (Fernwanderweg) is a point to point trail that covers 63.4 km, with an elevation gain of 1,878 m. It takes about 18–19.5 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 Mühlensteig (Fernwanderweg)?
Mühlensteig (Fernwanderweg) is a point to point trail that covers 63.4 km, with an elevation gain of 1,878 m. It takes about 18–19.5 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 Mühlensteig (Fernwanderweg)?
Dogs may be allowed on Mühlensteig (Fernwanderweg). Be sure to check regulations before heading out.
Are there scenic views at Mühlensteig (Fernwanderweg)?
Yes, Silberblick is located on Mühlensteig (Fernwanderweg).
Is Mühlensteig (Fernwanderweg) paved?
Yes, according to trailgoers, Mühlensteig (Fernwanderweg) is partially paved.
Are there forests at Mühlensteig (Fernwanderweg)?
Yes, Mühlensteig (Fernwanderweg) is a forest trail in Nature and Geopark TERRA.vita.
Are there wildflowers at Mühlensteig (Fernwanderweg)?
Yes, trailgoers have reported a variety of wildflower types on Mühlensteig (Fernwanderweg), though the specific types can vary from month to month.
Is there wildlife at Mühlensteig (Fernwanderweg)?
Yes, many trailgoers have spotted wildlife at Mühlensteig (Fernwanderweg) in Nature and Geopark TERRA.vita. Always observe wildlife from a safe distance.
Last updated on 23 September 2026 at 22:49 GMT+0