Best river trails in Usseln
4.3(25 reviews)
Explore the most popular river trails near Usseln 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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- 4.2 (7)·Hard·16.2 mi·Est. 7.5–8 hrA scenic section of the route in the Sauerland, Hesse The fourth stage of the Uplandsteig from Usseln to Willingen takes you on natural paths. For a while, the path runs parallel to the Rothaarsteig. The route through the Niedersfelder Hochheide (NSG Neuer Hagen) is particularly impressive - a raised moor with unique animals and plants has developed in the beautiful heathland landscape. There are restaurants in Willingen. Highlights: - Neuer Hagen nature reserve
- 4.7 (7)·Hard·13.4 mi·Est. 6–7 hrA scenic section of the route in the Sauerland, Hesse The third stage of the Uplandsteig takes you from Eimelrod to Usseln. The absolute highlight of this section is the picturesque Hochheide on the Kahler Pön. There are restaurants in Usseln. Highlights: - Neerdar historical church - Bömighausen am See - Hochheide Kahle Pön
- 3.7 (4)·Hard·19 mi·Est. 9–10 hrA scenic section of the route in the Sauerland, Hesse The third and last stage of the Diemelsteig is quite long with a little over 30km and accordingly demanding. But the effort is worth it: there are always unforgettable views over the Sauerland or impressive places such as the dam and the lake's power station. The goal is Heringshausen, there are also places to stop for refreshments. Highlights: - Dommelturm near the route - Bathing possibilities at Diemelsee - Dam wall and power station
- 3.9 (4)·Moderate·9.1 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrPanoramic section of the route in the Sauerland, North Rhine-Westphalia The eleventh and last stage of the Sauerland-Höhenflug begins at the church in Düdinghausen. A visit to the home house "Pastoren Scheune" is definitely worthwhile here - there is a small village museum with a historic woodturning room. We continue to the Borghagen quarry (with a bit of luck you can find fossils here) and through deciduous forests steeply up to the Kreuzberg. Once at the top, the effort is rewarded with a...
- 4.0 (2)·Moderate·3.9 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrCircular hiking trail from Oberschledorn, North Rhine-Westphalia The route begins at the memorial bus stop in Oberschledorn. Embedded in a green valley, field and forest paths await. The path along the Wilden Aa in the direction of Referinghausen is a special highlight. Highlights: - varying landscape - Wiedebahn - Lady Chapel - Look at the Anpel - Wild Aa
- 5.0 (1)·Moderate·9.3 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrA scenic section of the route in the Sauerland, North Rhine-Westphalia The fourth and last stage of the Medebacher Bergweg begins in Düdinghausen and leads out of the village up a rocky mountain path. One arrives at the impressive chapel on the Kreuzberg and from there can look down into the village that has just been left behind. It goes further into the valley of the Katmecke at the foxhole, you follow the brook down for a while, but then it goes back up to the height on the Mummelseite....
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest river trail in Usseln?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest river trail in Usseln is Diemelsteig Stage 3: Schweinsbühl - Heringhausen. This trail is estimated to be 19.0 mi long.
Which river trail has the most elevation gain in Usseln?
Usseln: With an ascent of 3,031 ft, Diemelsteig Stage 3: Schweinsbühl - Heringhausen has the most elevation gain of all of the river trails in the area. The next highest ascent for river trails is Uplandsteig stage 4: Usseln - Willingen with 2,355 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult river trail in Usseln?
The most popular and difficult river trail in Usseln is Uplandsteig stage 4: Usseln - Willingen with a 4.2-star rating from 7 reviews.