Best historic site trails in Paderborn
3.8(67 reviews)
Explore the most popular historic site trails near Paderborn 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 (24)·Moderate·7.7 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrCertified, interesting quality hiking trail in Paderborn, North Rhine-Westphalia. On this city hiking trail you not only encounter Germany's shortest river, but you can also examine the more than 200 legendary sources of the Pader, which arise in the middle of Paderborn. The path leads along numerous cultural and historical sights, past Lake Padersee and along the fish ponds. Highlights of the hike: - Neuhaus Castle - Rochus Chapel - Pader spring area
- 4.4 (26)·Hard·12.2 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hrIdyllic loop near Paderborn, North Rhine-Westphalia. This route explores idyllic valleys and impressive beech forests on the scenically varied Paderborn plateau. It leads along the Ellerbach stream to Hamborn, where Hamborn Castle is located. The route continues to Klingweg and then to Uhlenweg and through the Borken-Nonnenbusch cemetery forest. On the way back, the trail follows the border and after a short time reaches the Haxtergrund forest park. Along the way, there are ten "thought...
- 5.0 (1)·Moderate·27 mi·Est. 10.5–11.5 hrStage 2 of the Römer-Lippe-Route. The second day's stage of the Römer-Lippe-Route leads from Paderborn to Lippstadt. This section is characterized by the picturesque Lippe floodplains and the numerous lakes west of Paderborn such as Lippesee, Heddinghauser See and Nettelnbrecker See. There is a lot of nature on this route and only a few small villages along the way. Detours are recommended to Salzkotten and Geseke. Highlights: - Boker-Heide Canal cultural monument - Kütfelsen in...
- 3.5 (2)·Moderate·16.9 mi·Est. 6.5–7.5 hrDemanding and promising bike tour in Paderborn, North Rhine-Westphalia. Very nice bike ride with great views. The tour can also be reached by bus and train. Refreshments are available. Highlights of the tour: - Great prospects - Local flora and fauna - Enchanting natural scenery
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest historic site trail in Paderborn?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest historic site trail in Paderborn is Römer-Lippe-Route Etappe 2: Paderborn - Lippstadt. This trail is estimated to be 27.0 mi long.
Which historic site trail has the most elevation gain in Paderborn?
Paderborn: With an ascent of 2,378 ft, Römer-Lippe-Route Etappe 2: Paderborn - Lippstadt has the most elevation gain of all of the historic site trails in the area. The next highest ascent for historic site trails is Paderborner Windpark RTF – 42er, die Knackige with 2,372 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult historic site trail in Paderborn?
The most popular and difficult historic site trail in Paderborn is Old Pilgrim Way with a 4.4-star rating from 26 reviews.