Natursteig Sieg Stage 6: Loop around Herchen
50% of reviewers say this trail is hard
20kmLength
684mElevation gain
6–6.5hrEstimated time
Circular
Section of the Natursteig Sieg
In the "Wälder auf dem Leuscheid" nature reserve, you can experience pure nature, forest and bubbling springs. Again and again you hike on winding paths, then again on wide forest tracks. The route is gently uphill all the way to the circular ramparts.
Highlights:
- "Wälder auf dem Leuscheid" nature reserve
- Circular rampart
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Top sights
Wohnmobilstellplatz Herchen
Caravan site
Hindenburgdenkmal
Monument
Heilbrunnen
Attraction
Ringwälle
Attraction
Ringwälle
Picnic site
Landwehr
Archaeological site
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Try this 20.0-km circular trail near Windeck, North Rhine-Westphalia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 54 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
What is the expected weather this week for Natursteig Sieg Stage 6: Loop around Herchen?
Expected weather for Natursteig Sieg Stage 6: Loop around Herchen for the next 5 days is:
- Sat 26 September - 25.9 degrees/clear
- Sun 27 September - 27 degrees/clear
- Mon 28 September - 26.8 degrees/clear
- Tue 29 September - 27.5 degrees/clear
- Wed 30 September - 24.5 degrees/showers
Where is Natursteig Sieg Stage 6: Loop around Herchen located?
Natursteig Sieg Stage 6: Loop around Herchen is a trail located in Bergisches Land Nature Park.
How hard is Natursteig Sieg Stage 6: Loop around Herchen?
Natursteig Sieg Stage 6: Loop around Herchen is considered a hard hike that covers 20 km, with an elevation gain of 684 m. It takes about 6–6.5 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 Natursteig Sieg Stage 6: Loop around Herchen?
Natursteig Sieg Stage 6: Loop around Herchen is considered a hard hike that covers 20 km, with an elevation gain of 684 m. It takes about 6–6.5 hr to complete. Hard trails usually cover longer distances, and may have long or steep climbs or more difficult obstacles.
Is Natursteig Sieg Stage 6: Loop around Herchen a circular?
Natursteig Sieg Stage 6: Loop around Herchen is a circular trail that covers 20 km, with an elevation gain of 684 m. It takes about 6–6.5 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 Natursteig Sieg Stage 6: Loop around Herchen?
Natursteig Sieg Stage 6: Loop around Herchen is a circular trail that covers 20 km, with an elevation gain of 684 m. It takes about 6–6.5 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 Natursteig Sieg Stage 6: Loop around Herchen?
Dogs may be allowed on Natursteig Sieg Stage 6: Loop around Herchen. Be sure to check regulations before heading out.
When is the best time of year to hike Natursteig Sieg Stage 6: Loop around Herchen?
Natursteig Sieg Stage 6: Loop around Herchen is open all year round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
How busy is Natursteig Sieg Stage 6: Loop around Herchen?
According to trailgoers, Natursteig Sieg Stage 6: Loop around Herchen is usually somewhat busy. Natursteig Sieg Stage 6: Loop around Herchen is open all year round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
Is Natursteig Sieg Stage 6: Loop around Herchen paved?
Yes, according to trailgoers, Natursteig Sieg Stage 6: Loop around Herchen is partially paved.
Are there forests at Natursteig Sieg Stage 6: Loop around Herchen?
Yes, Natursteig Sieg Stage 6: Loop around Herchen is a forest trail in Bergisches Land Nature Park.
Are there wildflowers at Natursteig Sieg Stage 6: Loop around Herchen?
Yes, trailgoers have reported a variety of wildflower types on Natursteig Sieg Stage 6: Loop around Herchen, though the specific types can vary from month to month.
Is there wildlife at Natursteig Sieg Stage 6: Loop around Herchen?
Yes, many trailgoers have spotted wildlife at Natursteig Sieg Stage 6: Loop around Herchen in Bergisches Land Nature Park. Always observe wildlife from a safe distance.
Last updated on 24 September 2026 at 02:29 GMT+0