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Best trail running trails in Arnsberg Forest Nature Park

Best trail running trails in Arnsberg Forest Nature Park

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North Rhine-Westphalia
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#9 of 9 nature parks

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The Arnsberg Forest Nature Park in North Rhine-Westphalia has existed since 1961 and now covers 599 km². Here you will find wooded low mountain landscapes of the North Sauerland uplands such as the Arnsberg Forest, the Warsteiner Hügelland and the Plackwald.

In the nature park, you can hike many beautiful trails along Lake Möhne or various Möhne and Ruhr tributaries, visit the mixed forest with its wildlife or discover mysterious caves such as the Bilstein Cave or the Hohler Stein Cave. From various viewing towers (Lörmecke Tower, Küppelturm and Delecker Bismarck Tower) you can enjoy the view over the various nature reserves in the region.

Top sights

Möhnesee-Turm
Möhnesee-Turm
Viewpoint
Heve
Heve
River
Staumauer Möhnetalsperre
Staumauer Möhnetalsperre
Dam
Möhne Reservoir
Möhne Reservoir
Reservoir
Jagdschloss Sankt Meinolf
Jagdschloss Sankt Meinolf
Castle
Ausgleichsweiher
Ausgleichsweiher
Reservoir

Top trails

  1. #1 - Moehnesee - Jagdschloss Sankt Meinolf - Hevesee

    4.3 (57)·Moderate·6.4 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hr
    Popular loop in the Arnsberg Forest Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. This is a wonderful hike starting directly at the "Westphalian Sea", as the Möhnesee is also known. The route runs via the Möhnesee tower and the Sankt Meinolf hunting lodge, built in 1891 and located directly in the Arnsberg Forest Nature Park, to the Hevesee lake. Highlights of the hike: - Hevesee - Saint Meinolf hunting lodge - Möhnesee tower - Lake Möhne

  2. #2 - Grosse Möhneseerunde

    4.0 (55)·Moderate·15.7 mi·Est. 7–8 hr
    Panoramic hike in the Arnsberg Forest Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. This path makes a complete loop around the beautiful Möhnesee. The tour begins and ends at the Delecke Süd car park. You will be accompanied by great views on this hike. At the Möhnsee there is a wide range of water sports. Highlights of the hike: - Möhne Dam - Beautiful views - Local flora and fauna - Refreshments available

  3. #3 - Rundwanderweg A1: Im Arnsberger Wald bei Neheim

    4.1 (32)·Moderate·4.8 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hr
    Idyllic hike with great views in the Arnsberg Forest Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. Very nice hiking trail that leads through the Arnsberg Forest Nature Park. There is also the possibility of running on this circuit. Highlights of the tour: - Through the Arnsberg Forest Nature Park - Local flora and fauna - Beautiful natural landscapes

  4. #4 - Torhaus loop trail A7

    4.1 (25)·Easy·3.7 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hr
    Popular loop trail in the Arnsberg Forest Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. The A7 loop trail begins at the Torhaus car park. From here you walk through the forest, sometimes along roads, sometimes along the banks of the Moehne reservoir. Highlights of the hike: - Moehne - Moehnesee - Torhaus - quiet forest - Deleck Bay

  5. #5 - Fitness Trail Loop A15

    4.0 (30)·Moderate·4.8 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hr
    This idyllic loop leads along the southern shore of the Möhne Dam in the Arnsberg Forest Nature Park. The trail opens up the densely wooded shore area south of Günne and runs along a mixture of flat shore paths and gently ascending forest trails through dense mixed woodland. A central highlight is the view over the "Westphalian Sea" and the proximity to the mighty Möhne Dam, an engineering masterpiece. The route is technically easy and ideal for hikers who are looking for a combination of...

  6. #6 - Kleine Brüningsen Runde

    4.1 (21)·Easy·2.7 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hr

  7. #7 - Rundwanderweg A3: Im Lürwald bei Neheim

    4.5 (14)·Moderate·5.8 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hr

  8. #8 - Möhnesee and Fellberg Loop

    4.3 (20)·Moderate·5.1 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hr
    Panoramic circular route in the Arnsberg Forest Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. This hike does not lead along the Möhnsee, but you can get to the shore quickly from the starting point, so that you can take a break here before or after the hike. Highlights of the tour: - Wonderful views of the Möhnsee - Local flora and fauna - Beautiful natural landscapes

  9. #9 - Ernst Sluet trail

    4.6 (8)·Easy·2.7 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hr
    Family-friendly loop trail in the Arnsberg Forest Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. The Ernst Sluet Trail is one of the most beautiful loop trails in Hasenwinkel near Arnsberg. The loop trail that starts at the Bausen-Bank parking lot is characterized by a lot of peace and quiet, dense forest and views of the Sauerland mountains. The route runs a bit up and down, but should be doable for hikers of all ages with sturdy shoes. The Ernst Sluet trail sign is a white square with a black...

  10. #10 - Neuhaus Loop Trail A11

    4.8 (11)·Moderate·2.6 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hr
    Popular loop trail in the Arnsberg Forest Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. The starting point of this hike on the A11 is the parking lot at the Heve near Neuhaus. The route is made for a relaxed break in nature, also with children. There is a short, fairly steep climb just after crossing the Heve for the first time. Highlights of the route: - Heve - quiet forest trails - Neuhaus
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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best hiking trail for running in Arnsberg Forest Nature Park?

According to users from AllTrails.com, the best hiking trail for running in Arnsberg Forest Nature Park is Moehnesee - Jagdschloss Sankt Meinolf - Hevesee, which has a 4.3 star rating from 57 reviews. This trail is 6.4 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,030 ft.

What is the longest running trail in Arnsberg Forest Nature Park?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest running trail in Arnsberg Forest Nature Park is Luerwaldrunde. This trail is estimated to be 17.0 mi long.

How many running trails are in Arnsberg Forest Nature Park?

There are 41 running trails in Arnsberg Forest Nature Park.These running trails have an average 4.1-star ratingfrom 366 AllTrails community reviews.

Which running trail has the most elevation gain in Arnsberg Forest Nature Park?

Luerwaldrunde has the most elevation gain for running trails with 2,480 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Bibertal, Altenbürener, Mühle, which has 2,470 ft of elevation gain.

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