Best walking trails in Arnsberg Forest Nature Park
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.
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- 4.2 (8)·Easy·1.2 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrAdmission to the Bilsteintal Wildlife Park is free and freely accessible all year round. There are also guided tours through the Bilstein cave and the feeding of the lynx. The short circular route leads past the viewpoint on the Bilstein rock, the forest playground and of course enclosures with the typical forest animals: red and sika deer, raccoons, foxes, wild boars and lynxes. It is also worth visiting the Warsteiner Waldwirtschaft, which offers coffee and cake, hearty meals and cold...
- 4.8 (11)·Moderate·2.6 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrPopular 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
- 4.9 (3)·Easy·1.2 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrNature adventure trail on the subject of forest, water and soil near Rüthen in the Bibertal. The beaver path in Rüthen offers 17 exciting stations to Forest, water and soil theme. See, smell, hear, feel - the 17 stations awaken every sense to reveal the secret of the forest. Most stations can be experienced by wheelchair users.
- 3.9 (2)·Easy·2.8 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrFamily-friendly hiking trail in the Arnsberg Forest Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. This beautiful, four and a half kilometers southeast of Belecke is well suited for a jog or a walk with children. The A2 route runs through the forest for large parts. Highlights of the hike: - idyllic forest trails - beautiful views
- 2.0 (1)·Moderate·2.6 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrFamily-friendly loop trail in the Arnsberg Forest Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. The Birkenhof car park is the start and finish of the Hirschberger loop trail A2. There are a few picnic spots along the way, for example at the Bermecke hut or at the Kohlenmeiler. Highlights of the route: - Schottmecke - nice picnic spots - idyllic forest trails
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Where is the best trail for walking in Arnsberg Forest Nature Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best trail for walking in Arnsberg Forest Nature Park is Kleine Brüningsen Runde, which has a 4.1 star rating from 21 reviews. This trail is 2.7 mi long with an elevation gain of 442 ft.
What is the longest walking trail in Arnsberg Forest Nature Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest walking trail in Arnsberg Forest Nature Park is Rund um Günne und Westrich. This trail is estimated to be 5.8 mi long.
How many walking trails are in Arnsberg Forest Nature Park?
There are 15 walking trails in Arnsberg Forest Nature Park.These walking trails have an average 4.1-star ratingfrom 54 AllTrails community reviews.
Which walking trail has the most elevation gain in Arnsberg Forest Nature Park?
Arnsberg has the most elevation gain for walking trails with 1,286 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Rund um Günne und Westrich, which has 921 ft of elevation gain.
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