Best walking trails in Haltern am See
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Explore the most popular walking trails near Haltern am See with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
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- 4.6 (26)·Easy·2.1 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrFamily-friendly loop trail in the Hohe Mark Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. The Westruper Heide nature reserve is one of the most popular hiking areas near Haltern am See. There are a total of four signposted circular hiking trails here. This also includes the bee route marked with red signs, which owes its name to a beehive that is located very close to the hiking car park. During the heather blossom in August and September, you can also explore the bee route as part of a guided hiking...
- 4.2 (9)·Easy·2.2 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrShort Roman loop near Haltern am See, North Rhine-Westphalia This route into the landscape conservation area near Haltern starts at the Römerweg hiking parking lot. It is also available in a long version - but the shortened version is also very popular. Its prehistory as a long trade route is interesting. The path is well signposted (no. 43) and somewhat hilly, but without any major difficulties. The giant twin beech tree makes a great photo opportunity and the dense ferns on the ground and...
- 4.0 (2)·Easy·2.2 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrBeautiful short hiking trail near Haltern am See, North Rhine-Westphalia The forest area "Die Haard" extends south of Haltern am See. The Bossendorf hiking car park is a perfect starting point for beautiful nature excursions. This route is comfortable and a great short-distance forest tour through "Die Haard". A street has to be crossed twice. Some caution is required here. Highlights: - picturesque forest area - quiet ways - popular hiking area
- 4.7 (2)·Easy·2.8 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrRelaxed loop trail in the Hohe Mark Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. This is an overall relaxed hike through "the green lungs of the Ruhr area", as the Haard is also called. Well-developed forest trails ensure pleasant walking. Highlights of the hike: - Dachsberg - Tumulus - beautiful forest trails
- 4.4 (3)·Easy·2.4 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrFamily-friendly loop trail in the Hohe Mark Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. This loop takes you high: At 146 m, the Waldbeerenberg is the highest peak in the Hohe Mark. Another highlight of this route, which is wonderful for a walk with children, are the so-called witches' beeches. All sorts of myths and legends are entwined around the fascinating trees, also known as Suentelbuchen. Highlights of the hike: - idyllic forest trails - witch beeches - Forest Berry Mountain -...
- 5.0 (1)·Easy·1.8 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrThis short route starts in the village of Tannenberg at the Tannenberg chapel. It first leads north and then turns left to finally reach the path of the A7. Follow this in a southerly direction to the Alter Weseler Weg, where the path turns left and leads back to the starting point.
- 5.0 (2)·Easy·2.1 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrPopular loop trail in the Hohe Mark Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. The Schwalbental loop trail A1 starts at the car park or at the bus stop at Ketteler Hof. The route leads through idyllic forest and through the Schultendille nature reserve (dogs must be kept on a leash here). Highlights of the hike: - Schultendille nature reserve - Ketteler Hof - Quiet forest trails
- Easy·2.4 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrFamily-friendly walk in the Hohe Mark Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. The A2 loop trail leads through the largest dwarf shrub heath area in Westphalia: the Westruper Heide. In order to protect the sensitive heathland, the trails must not be left. Dogs must be kept on a leash. Highlights of the hike: - Westruper Heide nature reserve - Westruper forest nature reserve - inland dune
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest walking trail in Haltern am See?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest walking trail in Haltern am See is Dachsberg loop trail A3. This trail is estimated to be 2.8 mi long.
Which walking trail has the most elevation gain in Haltern am See?
Haltern am See: With an ascent of 452 ft, Dachsberg loop trail A3 has the most elevation gain of all of the walking trails in the area. The next highest ascent for walking trails is Uhlenhof loop trail A6 with 331 ft of elevation gain.
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