Best hard trails in Willingen

This route follows the second stage of the Rothaarsteig and connects the World Cup town of Willingen with the well-known winter sports center of Winterberg along a scenically stunning stretch. The hike takes you over the Langenberg (843 m), the highest mountain in North Rhine-Westphalia, and through the Neuer Hagen Nature Reserve, the state’s largest high moor. Highlights include the sweeping panoramic view from the treeless summit of the Clemensberg, a visit to the source of the Ruhr River,...

This loop guides hikers into the rolling highlands of the Diemelsee Nature Park, setting out near the visitor center in Willingen. The trail climbs through quiet woodland passages before reaching the open expanse of the Hochheide plateau, the largest mountain heathland in North-West Germany. Rare ice-age survivors like crooked mountain birches and heather frame the wide paths, offering a distinct subarctic feel. Moving across the ridges leads past the towering Hochheideturm on the Ettelsberg,...

Panoramic hike to the Hochheideturm near Willingen (Upland), Hesse There are numerous refreshment stops along the route. Highlights of the hike: - Summer toboggan run in Willingen (Upland) - View from the Hochheideturm - Hiking through the beautiful heathland of the Sauerland

Wonderful hike from Willingen (Upland) to Clemensberg in Hesse The route is easily accessible by bus and train (Willingen train station). In Willingen you can also take a break. Highlights of the hike: - View from the Clemensberg - Flora and fauna of the Neuer Hagen nature reserve - idyllic forest paths

Popular hike in the Diemelsee Nature Park, Hesse. Those arriving by public transport have a short walk from the train station in Usseln. It is possible to stop by at the Willingen wildlife and leisure park. Highlights of the hike: - Willingen wildlife and leisure park - several restaurants - Stryckteich - Hunter's vineyard

Panoramic circular hike through valleys and heights in the Diemelsee Nature Park in Hesse The route can be reached by bus and train (Willingen train station). Highlights of the hike: - Stop in the beer garden of the Hochheidehütte - Germany's most famous ski jumping hill in Willingen - wooded heights of the Waldeck Upland

This hike leads from the Hoppeck Valley up to the Langenberg, the highest peak in North Rhine-Westphalia. Along the way, you’ll pass the historic execution site, a medieval court of justice that now stands as a peaceful spot in the middle of the forest. The trail winds through dense spruce forests and eventually reaches the vast high moor at Neuer Hagen. Here, the landscape impresses with rare plants such as mountain avens and cottongrass. From the summit cross on Clemensberg, a sweeping view...

A varied hiking trail to the Clemensberg from Willingen (Uppland), Hesse The route starts at the train station of the city of Willingen (Upland). There are refreshment stops along the route. Highlights of the hike: - Hiking on the long-distance hiking trails Uplandsteig and Rothaarsteig - View from the Clemensberg - Summer toboggan run in Willingen

Demanding MTB tour in the Diemelsee Nature Park, Hesse. A beautiful mountain bike tour to the deep blue Diemelsee, the absolute highlight of this route. However, the trail-rich ride over the Eimberg border ridge leaves little to be desired. The Diemelsee is ideal for a short break before you ride back to the starting point over fields and through beautiful forest sections. Highlights of the route: - Diemelsee - Trails on the Eimberg border ridge - picturesque fields and forests

Panoramic long-distance hiking trail in the Sauerland, Hesse The Uplandsteig leads on natural paths through the Sauerland around Willingen - this is also the starting point. On the way you have wonderful views of the Upland region and numerous places to stop for refreshments. The start of the stage and the direction of travel can be planned individually. Highlights: - Willingen spa gardens - historical castle ring walls - Dommelturm near the route