Best historic site trails in Altena

Panoramic route section in the Sauerland, North Rhine-Westphalia A real highlight awaits right at the beginning of the first stage of the Sauerland high-altitude flight: in the city of Altena there is an imposing hilltop castle, the traces of which lie 900 years in the past. On the way you sometimes need a bit of stamina to master the ascent - but you will be rewarded with wonderful views. There are refreshment stops at the stage destination Neuenrade. Accessible by bus and...

Popular circular route in the Sauerland-Rothaargebirge Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. At a short distance, the loop trail A1 (Richard-Schirrmann-Weg) inspires with an extraordinarily high density of hiking highlights. Beautiful views of the Lenne and Altena Castle from the Hexentanzplatz, the German Wire Museum, a nature trail, a legendary spring and historic gardens are just a few examples of the many highlights of the hike. In Altena's city center there are numerous restaurants so...

Panoramic loop near Altena, North Rhine-Westphalia. The starting point is at the car park near the Fritz-Berg bridge. The "Altena (Westfalen)" railway station is also very close by, making it easy to travel to and from the station by public transport. The route leads through beautiful forests and from time to time you can enjoy great views of Altena and its castle. There are numerous cafés and restaurants near the castle. Highlights: - Altena Castle near the route - Views of the river...

Panoramic and picturesque hiking tour in Altena, North Rhine-Westphalia. The hike leads along the Iserlohner Post- und Eisenweg through the adventurous and shady forest. Highlights of the tour: - Beautiful views - Interesting local flora and fauna - Picturesque natural landscape

Challenging mountain bike tour around Altena . The tour requires excellent physical condition. The difficulty of the route is defined by a series of very steep and strenuous climbs. The tour leads through the hilly forest landscapes of the Sauerland region and offers magnificent views of the Lenne valley and the famous Altena Castle, the site of the world's first youth hostel. Riders are rewarded for their efforts with fun and flowing descents, which can be technically challenging (up to S2)...

Close-to-nature long-distance hiking trail in the Sauerland, North Rhine-Westphalia The Sauerland-Höhenflug long-distance hiking trail combines nature-based hiking and cultural sights and has already been voted "Germany's second most beautiful hiking trail". From Altena it goes through rustling forests, over pastures and high moors, mountain meadows and high heath to the Hessian Korbach. In addition to beautiful natural moments, you will always come across cultural and historical sights....