Best river trails in Willingen
4.1(174 reviews)
Explore the most popular river 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
- 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
- 4.3 (6)·Moderate·4.3 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrPanoramic loop to the Mühlenkopfschanze from Willingen, Hesse. This hike near Willingen combines nature with the world of top-class sport. The trail leads through the forests of the Sauerland to the Mühlenkopfschanze, the largest large hill in the world. The route offers views of the impressive facility from different perspectives, from the outrun in the valley to the top of the jump tower. Away from the ski jump, the trail runs along quiet forest and meadow paths through the Stryck valley.
- 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
- 4.3 (5)·Hard·10.7 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrPanoramic 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
- 4.6 (5)·Hard·11 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrThis 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...
- 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 river trail in Willingen?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest river trail in Willingen is Diemelradweg (Radfernweg). This trail is estimated to be 69.8 mi long.
Which river trail has the most elevation gain in Willingen?
Willingen: With an ascent of 6,843 ft, Uplandsteig (Fernwanderweg) has the most elevation gain of all of the river trails in the area. The next highest ascent for river trails is MTB: Rund um Winterberg und Niedersfeld with 6,512 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult river trail in Willingen?
The most popular and difficult river trail in Willingen is Zum Hochheideturm with a 4.7-star rating from 7 reviews.