Best backpacking trails in Meschede
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Explore the most popular backpacking trails near Meschede with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
Top trails
- 4.6 (16)·Moderate·33.5 mi·Est. 14–15.5 hrStage 2 of the Ruhr Valley Cycle Path. The second section of the RuhrtalRadweg leads from Meschede via Arnsberg to Wickede. On hot days, it is worth taking a detour to the Möhnesee, which is a popular local recreation area with numerous swimming and refreshment stops. Highlights: - Arnsberg Forest Nature Park - Ruhr-Valme-Elpetal - Hever and Möhnesee with Möhnetalsperre - Fürstenberg castle ruins in Ense
- Moderate·6.7 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPromising section of the Sauerland Forest Route in the Arnsberg Forest Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. The 19th stage of the Sauerland Forest Route leads from Eversberg through the Arnsberg Forest and the Warsteiner Kopf nature reserve. From the landmark of the Sauerland - the Lörmecke tower - you have a fantastic view over the region to the Soester Börde. It goes far into the Bilstein valley in Warstein. There is a lot to see here, the wildlife park and the stalactite cave Bilstein are...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest backpacking trail in Meschede?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest backpacking trail in Meschede is RuhrtalRadweg Etappe 2: Meschede - Wickede (Ruhr). This trail is estimated to be 33.5 mi long.
Which backpacking trail has the most elevation gain in Meschede?
Meschede: With an ascent of 4,009 ft, RuhrtalRadweg Etappe 2: Meschede - Wickede (Ruhr) has the most elevation gain of all of the backpacking trails in the area. The next highest ascent for backpacking trails is Sauerland-Waldroute Etappe 19: Eversberg Buchplette - Bilsteintal with 1,030 ft of elevation gain.
