Westruper Heide: loop trail A2
3.9kmLength
72mElevation gain
1–1.5hrEstimated time
Circular
Family-friendly walk in the Hohe Mark Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia.
The A2 circular hiking trail leads through the largest area of dwarf shrub heathland in Westphalia: the Westruper Heide. In order to protect the sensitive heathland, it is not permitted to leave the paths. Dogs must be kept on a lead.
Highlights of the hike:
- Westruper Heide nature reserve
- Westruper Wälder nature reserve
- Inland dune
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Explore this 3.9-km circular trail near Haltern am See, North Rhine-Westphalia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 56 min to complete. This trail is great for running and walking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a lead.
What is the expected weather this week for Westruper Heide: loop trail A2?
Expected weather for Westruper Heide: loop trail A2 for the next 5 days is:
- Wed 23 September - 17.6 degrees/clear
- Thu 24 September - 19.9 degrees/clear
- Fri 25 September - 23.7 degrees/clear
- Sat 26 September - 20 degrees/clear
- Sun 27 September - 27.6 degrees/showers
Where is Westruper Heide: loop trail A2 located?
Westruper Heide: loop trail A2 is a trail located in Hohe Mark Nature Park - Westmünsterland.
How hard is Westruper Heide: loop trail A2?
Westruper Heide: loop trail A2 is considered an easy hike that covers 3.9 km, with an elevation gain of 72 m. It takes about 1–1.5 hr to complete. Easy trails are typically short, with clearly marked paths and fairly level terrain.
What is the elevation gain for Westruper Heide: loop trail A2?
Westruper Heide: loop trail A2 is considered an easy hike that covers 3.9 km, with an elevation gain of 72 m. It takes about 1–1.5 hr to complete. Easy trails are typically short, with clearly marked paths and fairly level terrain.
Is Westruper Heide: loop trail A2 a circular?
Westruper Heide: loop trail A2 is a circular trail that covers 3.9 km, with an elevation gain of 72 m. It takes about 1–1.5 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 Westruper Heide: loop trail A2?
Westruper Heide: loop trail A2 is a circular trail that covers 3.9 km, with an elevation gain of 72 m. It takes about 1–1.5 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 Westruper Heide: loop trail A2?
Yes, dogs are allowed on Westruper Heide: loop trail A2, but must remain on a lead.
Is Westruper Heide: loop trail A2 child-friendly?
Yes, many trailgoers have described Westruper Heide: loop trail A2 as good for children and families. Child-friendly trails are typically short, with clearly marked paths and fairly level terrain.
Are there forests at Westruper Heide: loop trail A2?
Yes, Westruper Heide: loop trail A2 is a forest trail in Hohe Mark Nature Park - Westmünsterland.
Are there wildflowers at Westruper Heide: loop trail A2?
Yes, trailgoers have reported a variety of wildflower types on Westruper Heide: loop trail A2, though the specific types can vary from month to month.
Last updated on 14 September 2026 at 03:34 GMT+0