Best trails near Altarstein
3.8(108 reviews)
Want to check out Altarstein from the trail? Good news: 5 trails will get you there, including hiking 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 5 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Altarstein are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.5 (44)·Hard·10.7 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrThis route is stage 7 of the Hermannsweg, a long-distance trail through the Teutoburger Wald. This specific section begins in Oerlinghausen and travels southeast to the historic Hermannsdenkmal on the Grotenburg near Detmold. The path passes the Kumsttonne windmill stump before climbing the Tönsberg to see medieval ruins. Hikers traverse the Rethlager Quellen spring gorge and the Hiddeser Bent, a rare living hillside moor. The stage leads through the Donoper and Krebsteich nature reserves...
- 4.3 (40)·Moderate·2.7 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrShort and charming route near Detmold, North Rhine-Westphalia. Great hike that leads to the Hermannsdenkmal and the Grotenburg. Before you get there, you stroll through the Teuteburg Forest. Highlights of the tour: - Local flora and fauna - Beautiful natural landscapes - Pretty prospects - Little giant ring - Hermann monument - Grotenburg - Teuteburg Forest
- 4.1 (20)·Hard·12.3 mi·Est. 6–6.5 hrHistorical hiking trail from Augustdorf to the Hermann Monument in North Rhine-Westphalia This route leads from Augustdorf in a westerly direction to the famous Herrmann monument. The monument is intended to commemorate the Cheruscan prince Arminius and the so-called Battle of the Teutoburg Forest, in which Germanic tribes under his leadership inflicted a decisive defeat on the expanding Roman Empire. This route is an official hiking trail of Teutoburg Forest Tourism. Highlights: - Hermann...
- 2.1 (4)·Moderate·24.6 mi·Est. 11–12 hrScenic and varied mountain bike tour in Stukenbrock, North Rhine-Westphalia. Exciting tour for a mountain bike adventure through the Teutoburg Forest/Eggegebirge Nature Park. The MTB tour starts at Schloss Holte-Stukenbrock and leads through the Teutoburg Forest to the Hermann Monument near the cultural town of Detmold. Great views and beautiful resting places are the reward for the hard work. There are refreshment stops along the way. Highlights of the tour: - Interesting local flora and...
- Hard·42.5 mi·Est. 19–21 hrThis scenic route connects monumental history with charming urban heritage as it follows the X3 main trail down from the Teutoburg ridge. Broad forest paths lead downward, offering glimpses of the surrounding rolling hills before reaching the expansive grounds of Germany's largest open-air museum. The trail transitions into peaceful tree-lined paths along historic moats and waterways, leading directly into Detmold’s historic center. Along the way, hikers pass preserved Weser Renaissance...
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike near Altarstein?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Altarstein is Hermannsweg Stage 7: Oerlinghausen - Detmold, which has a 4.5 star rating from 44 reviews. This trail is 10.7 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,791 ft.
What is the longest trail near Altarstein?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Altarstein is X3 - Cheruskerweg. This trail is estimated to be 42.5 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Altarstein?
Altarstein: With an ascent of 6,089 ft, X3 - Cheruskerweg has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is MTB-Tour: Stukenbrock - Hermannsdenkmal with 3,589 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Altarstein?
The most popular and difficult trail near Altarstein is Hermannsweg Stage 7: Oerlinghausen - Detmold with a 4.5-star rating from 44 reviews.