Best trails near Ettelsberg
4.1(121 reviews)
Want to check out Ettelsberg from the trail? Good news: 12 trails will get you there, including hiking and camping trails. Plan your trip with hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Looking for a challenge? Choose from 11 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Ettelsberg are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.2 (44)·Moderate·4.8 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrPanoramic loop trail in the Diemelsee Nature Park, Hesse. The Ettelsberg is a popular destination for active people all year round; Here, depending on the season, you can go mountain biking or skiing, hiking and enjoying nature. Highlights of the hike: - fantastic views - Summit of the Ettelsberg - Hochheideturm - reservoir - Willingen wildlife and leisure park
- 4.4 (10)·Moderate·9.7 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrPopular circular hike in the Diemelsee Nature Park, Hesse. This circular hike of the German Young Wanderers starts at the train station in Willingen. From there you walk through the city with numerous cafes and shops to the Willingen tourist information center at the lagoon pool and the ice rink. From there you follow the hiking trail in the direction of Stryck and you will soon reach the world's largest ski jump "Mühlenkopfschanze" (www.weltcupschanze-willingen.de). The inrun tower can be...
- 3.8 (9)·Moderate·13.9 mi·Est. 6.5–7 hrVaried circular trail in the Diemelsee Nature Park, Hesse/North Rhine-Westphalia. A beautiful mountain bike tour from Willingen. It goes over a few hills such as the Langenberg through the "Neuer Hagen" nature reserve, where you will find the largest mountain heath in north-west Germany. There is a restaurant along the way. Highlights of the hike: - Neuer Hagen nature reserve - Langenberg - Ettelsberg - Also accessible by bus and train - Refreshment stops
- 4.1 (12)·Hard·10.4 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrThis loop guides hikers into the rolling highlands of the Diemelsee Nature Park, setting out near the visitor center in Willingen. The trail climbs through quiet woodland passages before reaching the open expanse of the Hochheide plateau, the largest mountain heathland in North-West Germany. Rare ice-age survivors like crooked mountain birches and heather frame the wide paths, offering a distinct subarctic feel. Moving across the ridges leads past the towering Hochheideturm on the Ettelsberg,...
- 4.7 (7)·Hard·10.9 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrPanoramic hike to the Hochheideturm near Willingen (Upland), Hesse There are numerous refreshment stops along the route. Highlights of the hike: - Summer toboggan run in Willingen (Upland) - View from the Hochheideturm - Hiking through the beautiful heathland of the Sauerland
- 4.5 (10)·Hard·10.9 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrPopular hike in the Diemelsee Nature Park, Hesse. Those arriving by public transport have a short walk from the train station in Usseln. It is possible to stop by at the Willingen wildlife and leisure park. Highlights of the hike: - Willingen wildlife and leisure park - several restaurants - Stryckteich - Hunter's vineyard
- 4.0 (3)·Hard·13.7 mi·Est. 7–7.5 hrA varied hiking trail to the Clemensberg from Willingen (Uppland), Hesse The route starts at the train station of the city of Willingen (Upland). There are refreshment stops along the route. Highlights of the hike: - Hiking on the long-distance hiking trails Uplandsteig and Rothaarsteig - View from the Clemensberg - Summer toboggan run in Willingen
- 4.7 (3)·Hard·9 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrPromising hike through the Rothaargebirge and Diemelsee nature parks near Brilon, Hesse The route begins at Brilon-Wald train station and is therefore very easy to reach by train. There are also numerous refreshment stops along the route. Parts of the route run along the route of the Rothaarsteig long-distance hiking trail. Highlights of the route: - Panoramic view from Ettelsberg - Hiking through secluded forest areas in the Rothaargebirge nature park - Stop in Willingen at the end of the...
- 3.6 (3)·Hard·25.4 mi·Est. 12.5–13.5 hrBeautiful hiking trail near Brilon in North Rhine-Westphalia South of Brilon, this hiking trail runs through the Sauerland-Rothaargebirge nature park to the Neuer Hagen nature reserve. The route passes the summit of the Ettelsberg south of Willingen and guarantees beautiful views of the surrounding area. Highlights: - Summit of the Ettelsberg - shady forest paths - Hiking in the Sauerland-Rothaargebirge Nature Park
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Ettelsberg?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Ettelsberg. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 8 hiking trails, 5 mountain biking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Ettelsberg?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Ettelsberg is Ettelsberg from Willingen, which has a 4.2 star rating from 44 reviews. This trail is 4.8 mi long with an elevation gain of 915 ft.
What is the longest trail near Ettelsberg?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Ettelsberg is Kahler Asten: Sauerlandtour. This trail is estimated to be 39.9 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Ettelsberg?
Ettelsberg: With an ascent of 6,512 ft, MTB: Rund um Winterberg und Niedersfeld has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Kahler Asten: Sauerlandtour with 6,351 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Ettelsberg?
The most popular and difficult trail near Ettelsberg is W6 Willingen and the Hochheiden Plateau with a 4.1-star rating from 12 reviews.