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Best trails in Hörstel

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Looking for the best hiking trails in Hörstel? Whether you're getting ready to hike, bike, trail run, or explore other outdoor activities, AllTrails has 14 scenic trails in the Hörstel area. Enjoy hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Explore one of 2 easy hiking trails in Hörstel or discover kid-friendly routes for your next family trip. Check out some trails with historic sights or adventure through the nature areas surrounding Hörstel that are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts at any skill level.

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  1. #1 - Herrmannsweg Stage 2: Riesenbeck - Tecklenburg

    4.6 (62)·Hard·12.4 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hr
    This route is stage 2 of the Hermannsweg, a long-distance trail through the Teutoburger Wald. This specific section begins in Riesenbeck at the Westfalenstrasse and travels east to the town hall in Tecklenburg. The path marks the beginning of the true ridge trail, leading hikers over narrow crests and past striking sandstone formations. Significant natural landmarks include the Dörenther Klippen and the legendary Hockendes Weib rock, alongside the Dreikaiserstuhl and Hexenküche formations....

  2. #2 - Waldauenweg

    4.7 (27)·Moderate·3.8 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hr
    This route, one of the Teuto loops, is a certified premium hiking trail. Immediately after the start at the Teutohang car park in Riesenbeck, 256 steps await hikers. After this, arguably the most strenuous part of the entire route, has been completed, a magnificent view of the Münsterland opens up. The varied Waldauenweg, which lies in the middle of the premium hiking region "Tecklenburger Land", leads past rocks and meadows and through mixed beech forests over the ridge of the Teutoburg Forest.

  3. #3 - Bevergerner Pättken

    4.0 (29)·Easy·4.4 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hr
    The Teuto Loop Bevergerner Pättken around the "Nasse Dreieck" is a certified premium hiking trail of a different kind. Here, where the Mittelland Canal and the Dortmund-Ems Canal meet, you can take a wonderfully varied loop along the 100-year-old lock system Huckberg and turn through pretty Bevergern.

  4. #4 - Um das Nasse Dreieck

    4.9 (12)·Moderate·7.4 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hr
    Wonderful round trip around the "Nasse Dreieck" on the edge of the Teutoburg Forest. Parts of the tour lead over the Herrmannsweg to the beautiful view at Riesenbeck and to Surenburg Castle. Apart from the short climb (over flat stairs) at the beginning, the route is almost flat. From Bevergern you hike a longer section along the banks of the Bevergerner Aa.

  5. #5 - Nasses Dreieck - Brumleytal

    4.7 (11)·Moderate·9.6 mi
    Enchanting hiking trail with great views near Hörstel, North Rhine-Westphalia. The hike leads straight into the beautiful Teutoburg Forest, where you can explore the beautiful local flora and fauna. Parking spaces are available and there is also a bus connection. Highlights of the tour: - Beautiful views of the area - Local flora and fauna - Through the Teutoburg Forest

  6. #6 - Radtour: Bevergern-Ibbenbüren

    4.2 (4)·Easy·18.5 mi·Est. 7–7.5 hr
    Promising bike tour in Bevergern near Hörstel, North Rhine-Westphalia. This circular tour takes you through the TERRA.vita Nature and Geopark and also runs along the Bevergerner Aa and the Dortmund-Ems Canal. Refreshments are available. Highlights of the tour: - Local flora and fauna - Beautiful natural landscapes - Along the Bevergerner Aa - Along the Dortmund-Ems Canal

  7. #7 - Nasses Dreieck ("Wet triangle") from Hoerstel

    5.0 (2)·Moderate·4.3 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hr
    Popular loop trail in the TERRA.vita nature and geopark, North Rhine-Westphalia. This is a nice, fairly short loop that leads from Hoerstel train station into the Teutoburg Forest and on to the "Nasse Dreieck" ("Wet Triangle"). The Nasses Dreieck is a waterway triangle: Dortmund-Ems Canal and Mittelland Canal, two of the most important German waterways, separate here. But there are more hiking highlights waiting. On the way there, you pass the witches' cave, which is freely...

  8. #8 - R 26: Riesenbeck - Bevergern

    4.5 (8)·Moderate·6.3 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hr
    Popular loop trail in the Tecklenburger Land, North Rhine-Westphalia. This loop via Riesenbeck and Bevergern enchants with extensive meadow landscapes, beautiful forest sections and a magnificent moated castle, which is generally considered to be one of the most beautiful and important buildings in the Tecklenburger Land. Surenburg Castle is privately owned and can therefore only be viewed from the outside. The marking of the loop trail is not constant; sometimes you follow the letter "H",...

  9. #9 - Wanderung um Hörstel

    4.1 (5)·Moderate·7 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hr
    Popular circular hiking trail in the TERRA.vita Nature and Geopark, North Rhine-Westphalia. The beautiful Teutoburg Forest, long stretches along the Dortmund-Ems Canal and idyllic open landscapes characterize this circular route in the Tecklenburger Land. Since the hike starts at the train station in Hörstel, it is easy to travel by bus or train. In summer it is advisable to have bathing gear with you: swimming is permitted in the peat bog lake, with the exception of a wet biotope used for...

  10. #10 - Hörstel Loop

    5.0 (1)·Moderate·24.3 mi·Est. 8.5–9.5 hr
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Frequently asked questions

What are the different types of hiking trails in Hörstel?

There are plenty of things to do on Hörstel's hiking trails. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 9 hiking trails, and more.

What is the longest trail in Hörstel?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Hörstel is X25 Schau-ins-Land-Weg. This trail is estimated to be 65.7 mi long.

Which trail has the most elevation gain in Hörstel?

Hörstel: With an ascent of 8,766 ft, X25 Schau-ins-Land-Weg has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Herrmannsweg Stage 2: Riesenbeck - Tecklenburg with 1,978 ft of elevation gain.

What is the most popular and difficult trail in Hörstel?

The most popular and difficult trail in Hörstel is Herrmannsweg Stage 2: Riesenbeck - Tecklenburg with a 4.6-star rating from 62 reviews.

Are there camping trails available in Hörstel?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 2 camping trails in Hörstel and the most popular is Herrmannsweg Stage 2: Riesenbeck - Tecklenburg with an average 4.6 star rating from 62 community reviews.

Are there running trails available in Hörstel?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 2 running trails in Hörstel and the most popular is Herrmannsweg Stage 2: Riesenbeck - Tecklenburg with an average 4.6 star rating from 61 community reviews.

Are there biking trails available in Hörstel?

According to AllTrails.com, there is 1 biking trail in Hörstel which is Hörstel Loop with an average 5.0 star rating from 1 community reviews.

Are there any trails with scenic mountain peak views in Hörstel?

Yes, there are 10 trails with scenic mountain peak views in Hörstel, including Herrmannsweg Stage 2: Riesenbeck - Tecklenburg, Waldauenweg, Bevergerner Pättken, Um das Nasse Dreieck, and Nasses Dreieck - Brumleytal.

Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Hörstel?

Yes, there are 9 trails with scenic viewpoints in Hörstel, including Herrmannsweg Stage 2: Riesenbeck - Tecklenburg, Waldauenweg, Bevergerner Pättken, Um das Nasse Dreieck, and Nasses Dreieck - Brumleytal.

Are there any trails with castles in Hörstel?

Are there any trails with picnic areas in Hörstel?

Yes, there are 2 trails with picnic areas in Hörstel, including Nasses Dreieck - Brumleytal and Hörstel Loop.

Are there any trails with cliffs in Hörstel?

Yes, there are 2 trails with cliffs in Hörstel, including Herrmannsweg Stage 2: Riesenbeck - Tecklenburg and Nasses Dreieck - Brumleytal.

Are there any trails with rivers in Hörstel?

Are there any trails with springs in Hörstel?

Yes, there is one trail with a spring in Hörstel: Herrmannsweg Stage 2: Riesenbeck - Tecklenburg.

Are there any trails with canals in Hörstel?

Are there any trails with lakes in Hörstel?

Yes, there are 3 trails with lakes in Hörstel, including Wanderung um Hörstel, Hörstel Loop, and Hörstel - Torfmoorsee - Rodde.

Are there any trails with caves in Hörstel?

Are there any trails with weather shelters in Hörstel?

Yes, there are 3 trails with weather shelters in Hörstel, including Herrmannsweg Stage 2: Riesenbeck - Tecklenburg, Waldauenweg, and Nasses Dreieck - Brumleytal.

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