Best historic site trails in Sauerland-Rothaargebirge Nature Park

Idyllic hike in Winterberg, North Rhine-Westphalia. At 841.9 meters high, the Kahler Asten is the third highest mountain in the Rothaargebirge. Parking spaces and a bus stop are available at the starting point. On the mountain can a weather station and the Astenturm can be found, which has a hotel restaurant. Also a very popular winter sports area. Highlights of the tour: - Bare branches - Ast Tower - Landwehr Winterberger Schanze

Scenic and varied hiking and running tour in Winterberg, North Rhine-Westphalia. The hike (or running tour) leads from the P5 parking lot in Winterberg to the Kahler Asten and the Hoher Knochen. Arrival by bus is also possible. Highlights of the tour: - Idyllic views - Interesting local flora and fauna - Charming natural landscape

Fantastic circular route in the Sauerland mountains, North Rhine-Westphalia. This route is a certified premium hiking trail and is part of the Rothaarsteig trails. Start is at the parking lot at the ski hut in Westfeld. It goes up to what is probably the most famous of all Sauerland mountains via the Kahler Asten Steig. Sturdy shoes are highly recommended in order to enjoy the magnificent mountain world unscathed. This ascent has it all, but also rewards with great views of many gorges and...

This route follows stage 1 of the Rothaarsteig, connecting the old Hanseatic town of Brilon with the popular resort town of Willingen on a scenic section. The hike starts at the historic marketplace in Brilon and leads through the Briloner Bürgerwald up to the Borberg, the highest point of the Brilon plateau, offering expansive views of the Ruhr Valley. Further highlights include the Ginsterköpfe with its "forest sofa," the artistic "Feuereiche" (Fire Oak), and the imposing Bruchhauser Steine...

This route follows the second stage of the Rothaarsteig and connects the World Cup town of Willingen with the well-known winter sports center of Winterberg along a scenically stunning stretch. The hike takes you over the Langenberg (843 m), the highest mountain in North Rhine-Westphalia, and through the Neuer Hagen Nature Reserve, the state’s largest high moor. Highlights include the sweeping panoramic view from the treeless summit of the Clemensberg, a visit to the source of the Ruhr River,...

Certified premium trail from Raumland, North Rhine-Westphalia. This route is a certified premium hiking trail that promises a real adventure for the whole family. The path leads through varied landscapes past picturesque alluvial meadows along the Eder, rocky cliffs and wild slate quarries with partly alpine paths. From time to time the path leads alongside the busy road. A small bat marker shows the course of the Wittgensteiner Schieferpfad along the entire circular route. This hike can...

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,...

Popular loop trail in the Sauerland-Rothaargebirge nature park, North Rhine-Westphalia. The starting point of this beautiful loop is the car park or the bus stop at Klusenstein Castle. Klusenstein Castle was built in 1353 and towers high above the Hoenne valley. Always following the course of the Hoenne, you hike via Binolen to Glashuette and from there back through the forest. Highlights of the hike: - idyllic Hoenne valley - Castle Klusenstein - Feldhof cave - Binolen

Panoramic hike in Winterberg, North Rhine-Westphalia. This idyllic circular hike leads over the Rothaarsteig and the Langewiese up to the Hoher Knochen. After a short descent into the Lennetal you follow the course of the Lenne up the valley to Lennestätten and from there back to the starting point in Neuastenberg. Highlights: - Idyllic natural landscapes - Local flora and fauna - Beautiful views

Popular hike in the Sauerland-Rothaargebirge nature park, North Rhine-Westphalia. From the Kahler Asten car park, you take forest trails to the Hohe Bone and the Hömberg. Since you start from the highest point in North Rhine-Westphalia, you first walk downhill on partially washed-out or muddy paths. The climb on the way back is relatively humane. Dogs can run freely on the paths. Highlights of the hike: - Kahler Asten - great views over the Rothaargebirge