Best lake trails in Willingen
4.1(191 reviews)
Explore the most popular lake trails near Willingen with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
Top trails
- 4.2 (44)·Moderate·4.8 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrPanoramic loop trail in the Diemelsee Nature Park, Hesse. The Ettelsberg is a popular destination for active people all year round; Here, depending on the season, you can go mountain biking or skiing, hiking and enjoying nature. Highlights of the hike: - fantastic views - Summit of the Ettelsberg - Hochheideturm - reservoir - Willingen wildlife and leisure park
- 4.6 (32)·Moderate·4.7 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular Loop in the Diemelsee Nature Park, Hesse. Even before the hike, Usseln offers the opportunity to relax a little, have a coffee or visit the Upländer Milchmuhseum. Then it's off to the source of the Diemel and through the Kahle Pön nature reserve near Usseln via Büller Höhe back to the station. The route is well marked throughout. Highlights of the hike: - Source of the Diemel - Usseln - Kahle Pön nature reserve near Usseln
- 4.3 (15)·Moderate·7.5 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrPanoramic hiking tour in the Diemelsee Nature Park. Beautiful, official hiking trail of the municipality of Willingen on the Clemensberg in the Neuer Hagen nature reserve in Hesse. Highlights of the hike: - Climbing the Clemensberg mountain - Hiking along the Hoppecke River - Flora and fauna of the NSG Neuer Hagen
- 4.4 (10)·Moderate·9.7 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrPopular circular hike in the Diemelsee Nature Park, Hesse. This circular hike of the German Young Wanderers starts at the train station in Willingen. From there you walk through the city with numerous cafes and shops to the Willingen tourist information center at the lagoon pool and the ice rink. From there you follow the hiking trail in the direction of Stryck and you will soon reach the world's largest ski jump "Mühlenkopfschanze" (www.weltcupschanze-willingen.de). The inrun tower can be...
- 3.8 (9)·Moderate·13.9 mi·Est. 6.5–7 hrVaried circular trail in the Diemelsee Nature Park, Hesse/North Rhine-Westphalia. A beautiful mountain bike tour from Willingen. It goes over a few hills such as the Langenberg through the "Neuer Hagen" nature reserve, where you will find the largest mountain heath in north-west Germany. There is a restaurant along the way. Highlights of the hike: - Neuer Hagen nature reserve - Langenberg - Ettelsberg - Also accessible by bus and train - Refreshment stops
- 4.1 (12)·Hard·10.4 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrThis 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,...
- 4.7 (7)·Hard·10.9 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrPanoramic 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
- 4.5 (10)·Hard·10.9 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrPopular 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
- 4.0 (3)·Hard·13.7 mi·Est. 7–7.5 hrA 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
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest lake trail in Willingen?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest lake trail in Willingen is Diemelradweg (Radfernweg). This trail is estimated to be 69.8 mi long.
Which lake trail has the most elevation gain in Willingen?
Willingen: With an ascent of 6,512 ft, MTB: Rund um Winterberg und Niedersfeld has the most elevation gain of all of the lake trails in the area. The next highest ascent for lake trails is Diemelradweg (Radfernweg) with 6,407 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult lake trail in Willingen?
The most popular and difficult lake trail in Willingen is Zum Hochheideturm with a 4.7-star rating from 7 reviews.