Best forest trails in Detmold

This route is stage 8 of the Hermannsweg, a long-distance trail through the Teutoburger Wald. This specific segment begins at the Hermannsdenkmal near Detmold and travels southeast to the Lippischer Velmerstot, ending in Leopoldstal. The path descends from the Grotenburg to the Adlerwarte and the legendary Externsteine, vertical sandstone formations that hikers can climb for panoramic views. Moving into the Eggegebirge, the trail follows the romantic Silberbachtal valley before a final steep...

Water-rich quality trail in the Teutoburg Forest Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia The Pivikter Wasserweg is a certified quality trail west of Detmold. In sections, following the course of the famous Hermannsweg, you walk past idyllic waters such as the Donopter pond, the Eisenquelle ("iron-rich spring"), the crab pond and the mystical moorland of the Hiddeser Bent. The landscapes, characterized by romantic waters and moors, are under strict nature protection, which is why you can observe...

Short and charming route near Detmold, North Rhine-Westphalia. Great hike that leads to the Hermannsdenkmal and the Grotenburg. Before you get there, you stroll through the Teuteburg Forest. Highlights of the tour: - Local flora and fauna - Beautiful natural landscapes - Pretty prospects - Little giant ring - Hermann monument - Grotenburg - Teuteburg Forest

Popular route of the Hermannslauf in the Teutoburg Forest, North Rhine-Westphalia. This route stretches the Hermmanslauf from Berlebeck to Bielefeld and a valley of the 165-kilometer Hermannsweg in the Teutoburg Forest. The start of the Hermannslauf is near the well-known Hermannsmemorial. There is parking there. Highlights: - Varied route - Beautiful forest trails

This idyllic route leads through one of the oldest nature reserves in the Lippe region on the edge of the Teutoburg Forest near Detmold. The path explores the protected area of the Donoper Teiche and the adjacent Hiddeser Bent, following a diverse mixture of well-maintained forest trails, soft paths, and wooden boardwalks over marshy sections. A central highlight is the ensemble of historical ponds, created in the 17th century for fish farming, and the mysterious atmosphere of the adjacent...

Family-friendly loop around the ruins of Falkenburg Castle, North Rhine-Westphalia. This loop leads through the beech forests of the Teutoburg Forest and along the Stemberg. The trail opens up a landscape characterized by nature and tranquillity. A historical highlight awaits at the end of the hike: the ruins of Falkenburg Castle. The 12th century complex, which is considered the cradle of the Lippe region, has been the subject of research for years and offers an insight into the origins of...

Popular walk near Detmold, North Rhine-Westphalia. With an area of 90 hectares, on which you can visit around 120 historic buildings, the Detmold open-air museum is the largest of its kind. The route suggested here leads through the entire complex, from the Osnabruecker Hof to the Sauerland village. Highlights of the route: - child friendly - West Muensterlander Hof - Paderborn village - Sauerland village - Osnabruecker Hof - Lippischer Meierhof

Popular circular hiking trail near Berlebeck in the Teutoburg Forest This great circular hiking trail starts at the Gäuseköte hiking car park. The hike is marked with the hiking trail sign A2. Right at the beginning you can enjoy the great view towards Detmold before you go on sandy paths through the Teutoburg Forest. The view of the Falkenburg from this route is particularly impressive. There are not many points from which one has such a clear view of the legendary castle. Bringing...