Wupper-Balkhausen-Sengbachtalsperre
16.9kmLength
638mElevation gain
5.5–6hrEstimated time
Circular
Idyllic circular walk in the Wupper valley.
The starting point is Oberbüscherhof. You walk downhill, cross the Wupper and move upstream on both wide and narrow paths and tracks along the Wupper mountains to Glüder. At the Balkhauser Kotten museum, you can visit a knife-grinding workshop powered by water power that has been preserved in its original state. You walk back over the Wupper and the dam wall of the Sengbach dam. The route continues with a view of the Wupper flowing below you on narrow paths through the densely wooded Wupper mountains back to the starting point.
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Top sights
Untergraben Kraftwerk
River
Burg Hohenscheid
Castle
Sengbachtalsperre
Reservoir
Fluchtburg Heidenkeller
Archaeological site
Waldcamping Glüder
Campsite
Obergraben Kraftwerk
River
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Try this 16.9-km circular trail near Leichlingen, North Rhine-Westphalia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 12 min to complete. This is a popular trail for backpacking, camping, and hiking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day.
What is the expected weather this week for Wupper-Balkhausen-Sengbachtalsperre?
Expected weather for Wupper-Balkhausen-Sengbachtalsperre for the next 5 days is:
- Fri 25 September - 21.9 degrees/clear
- Sat 26 September - 24.2 degrees/clear
- Sun 27 September - 25.4 degrees/clear
- Mon 28 September - 25.7 degrees/clear
- Tue 29 September - 25.7 degrees/clear
Where is Wupper-Balkhausen-Sengbachtalsperre located?
Wupper-Balkhausen-Sengbachtalsperre is a trail located in Bergisches Land Nature Park.
How hard is Wupper-Balkhausen-Sengbachtalsperre?
Wupper-Balkhausen-Sengbachtalsperre is considered a hard hike that covers 16.9 km, with an elevation gain of 638 m. It takes about 5.5–6 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 Wupper-Balkhausen-Sengbachtalsperre?
Wupper-Balkhausen-Sengbachtalsperre is considered a hard hike that covers 16.9 km, with an elevation gain of 638 m. It takes about 5.5–6 hr to complete. Hard trails usually cover longer distances, and may have long or steep climbs or more difficult obstacles.
Is Wupper-Balkhausen-Sengbachtalsperre a circular?
Wupper-Balkhausen-Sengbachtalsperre is a circular trail that covers 16.9 km, with an elevation gain of 638 m. It takes about 5.5–6 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 Wupper-Balkhausen-Sengbachtalsperre?
Wupper-Balkhausen-Sengbachtalsperre is a circular trail that covers 16.9 km, with an elevation gain of 638 m. It takes about 5.5–6 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 Wupper-Balkhausen-Sengbachtalsperre?
Dogs may be allowed on Wupper-Balkhausen-Sengbachtalsperre. Be sure to check regulations before heading out.
Are there rivers at Wupper-Balkhausen-Sengbachtalsperre?
Yes, Wupper-Balkhausen-Sengbachtalsperre is near Untergraben Kraftwerk and Obergraben Kraftwerk.
Is camping allowed at Wupper-Balkhausen-Sengbachtalsperre?
Camping is allowed on Wupper-Balkhausen-Sengbachtalsperre in Bergisches Land 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 backpacking allowed at Wupper-Balkhausen-Sengbachtalsperre?
Backpacking is allowed on Wupper-Balkhausen-Sengbachtalsperre. Backpacking trails are typically longer and are often point-to-point trails. 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 Wupper-Balkhausen-Sengbachtalsperre paved?
Yes, according to trailgoers, Wupper-Balkhausen-Sengbachtalsperre is partially paved.
Are there forests at Wupper-Balkhausen-Sengbachtalsperre?
Yes, Wupper-Balkhausen-Sengbachtalsperre is a forest trail in Bergisches Land Nature Park.
Last updated on 24 September 2026 at 22:52 GMT+0