Best backpacking trails in Winterberg

This route follows stage 3 of the Rothaarsteig, connecting the winter sports hub of Winterberg with the mountain village of Schanze on one of the trail's most famous sections. From Winterberg, the path leads past the St. Georg ski jump up to the Kahler Asten (842 m / 2,762 ft), the most renowned peak in the region. Here, the open heathland offers a spectacular 360-degree view that, on clear days, extends as far as the Harz Mountains and the Rhön. After visiting the source of the Lenne River,...

First stage of the Ruhr Valley Cycle Route in Sauerland, North Rhine-Westphalia. The first day tour of the Ruhr Valley Cycle Route, which has been awarded four stars by the ADFC, leads from the source of the Ruhr near Winterberg via Olsberg to Meschede. Along the way, the beautifully rolling hills of the Sauerland and marvellous views of the surrounding area can be enjoyed. There are restaurants to stop off at in the small villages. There are car parks at the starting point and the...

Culturally rich route section in the Sauerland, North Rhine-Westphalia The first stage of the Winterberger Hochtour begins at the monument to the Winterberger merchant and leads over the beautiful Pilosophenpfad to the town hall. For a while, the hiking trail now runs parallel to the Rothaarweg X2 up to the Astenturm. Highlights: - Monument Winterberger Handelsmann -Philosopher's Path -Witch Trial Memorial -Ast tower

Popular long-distance cycle path in the Ruhr area, North Rhine-Westphalia. This route is 240 kilometers of pure cycling pleasure in North Rhine-Westphalia, more precisely between Sauerland and the Ruhr Metropolis. No other river in Germany combines (industrial) culture and nature in such a small area. More than half of the route runs along the water and along the way there are numerous historic towns, leisure activities, and beautiful landscapes. Beginning at the source of the Ruhr at the...

Nature and culture-rich section of the long-distance hiking trail Sauerland-Höhenflug hiking trail Over mountains and through valleys, this varied hike offers breathtaking views and numerous nature-related sights. Through forests, over meadows and fields, the path leads the hike along historical and cultural sites that make for an interesting and varied experience. Highlights: -Chapel of the Cross - Lookout tower on the Ziegenhelle -Borg's barn

Near-natural route section in the Sauerland, North Rhine-Westphalia Follow the signs for the Winterberger Hochtour uphill to the saddle between Rösberg and Alte Grimme. Where you meet the Elkeringhausen-Glindfeld hiking trail (white square), follow it to the saddle. There you follow the marking E4 to the right and hike to the summit of the Altes Grimme. It goes a bit through the beautiful Orketal and then south over the crater head to Züschen. There are places to stop for refreshments...

A scenic section of the route in the Sauerland, North Rhine-Westphalia The second stage of the Winterberger Hochtour begins at the Astenturm and heads west. From the mountain station on the Sahnehang you have a wonderful view of the Hunau with the television tower (in clear weather). You hike through the idyllic Renau valley to the Renauwiese. In wet weather you should bring surefootedness, as it can get very slippery on roots and on footbridges. If you want, you can stop in Altastenberg and...

A scenic section of the route in the Sauerland, North Rhine-Westphalia The seventh stage of the Sauerland high-altitude flight begins in the health resort Altastenberg, the highest place in North Rhine-Westphalia. Natural paths and a nature trail lead to the Kahler Asten, a piece of which runs parallel to the Rothaarsteig. On the Kahler Asten there is a mountain inn, a meteorological station and a natural history exhibition. In Mollseifen there is again the opportunity to strengthen...

Panoramic route section in the Sauerland, North Rhine-Westphalia The tenth stage of the Sauerland high-altitude flight starts in Küstelberg. Höhenflug and Rothaarsteig run parallel for a while, but their paths separate again at the Hillekopfhütte. It goes to the Krutenberg with its unforgettable panoramic view. There are rest areas on the way to take a break. It goes steeply up to the Kahler Pön with its rare high heather landscape - here heathland and mountain meadows alternate with beech...

Long-distance hiking trail rich in nature and culture in the Sauerland, North Rhine-Westphalia Over mountains and through valleys, this varied hike offers countless breathtaking views. It goes through idyllic forests, over sunny meadows and fields and past cultural and historical monuments - an unforgettable hiking experience is guaranteed on the Winterberger Hochtour. The direction of travel and entry can be planned individually and there are refreshment stops along the way. Highlights of...