Best historic site trails in Balve

In the Luisenhütte you can discover the history of the hut technology of the neighboring Ruhr area. A complete ensemble of smelters with an iron foundry and everything that goes with it was opened to visitors. You follow the raw materials through the plant on the tour. Then it goes on to the Melscheder mill and the moated castle Wocklum.

Hilly circular hike near Balve, North Rhine-Westphalia Beautiful circular hike that starts at a hiking car park on the outskirts of Balve. This circuit leads to the Kreuzeiche (with a rest area) to the anchoring point (with a bench) and further to a few rest areas through densely wooded forests back to the starting point. There are a few rest stops along the way. Highlights: - shady forest paths - Hiking in the Sauerland-Rothaargebirge Nature Park - hilly route

Demanding and varied mountain bike tour near Balve, North Rhine-Westphalia. Exciting round for an adventurous bike tour that starts in Langenholthausen and leads through Affeln and Leveringhausen. Refreshments are available. Highlights of the tour: - Local flora and fauna - Opportunities for viewing - Delightful natural landscapes

Historic section of the Sauerland Forest Route near Lake Sorpesees, North Rhine-Westphalia. The third stage of the Sauerland Forest Route takes hikers into the world of legends and stories. From Volkringhausen it goes along the village of Sanssouci and the Melscheder mill. The route leads partly along the Sorpesees and over the Brachtenberg and to the next legendary station. The destination of the stage is Amecke. Highlights: - Luisenhütte - Wocklum Castle - Sorpesee with refreshment stops...