Best trails near Hermann Memorial
4.3(134 reviews)
Want to check out Hermann Memorial from the trail? Good news: 6 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 6 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Hermann Memorial are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.6 (45)·Hard·11.1 mi·Est. 5.5–6.5 hrThis route is stage 8 of the Hermannsweg, a long-distance trail through the Teutoburger Wald. This specific segment begins at the Hermannsdenkmal near Detmold and travels southeast to the Lippischer Velmerstot, ending in Leopoldstal. The path descends from the Grotenburg to the Adlerwarte and the legendary Externsteine, vertical sandstone formations that hikers can climb for panoramic views. Moving into the Eggegebirge, the trail follows the romantic Silberbachtal valley before a final steep...
- 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
- 4.0 (24)·Hard·19.3 mi·Est. 8.5–9.5 hrPopular route of the Hermannslauf in the Teutoburg Forest, North Rhine-Westphalia. This route stretches the Hermmanslauf from Berlebeck to Bielefeld and a valley of the 165-kilometer Hermannsweg in the Teutoburg Forest. The start of the Hermannslauf is near the well-known Hermannsmemorial. There is parking there. Highlights: - Varied route - Beautiful forest trails
- 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...
- 4.6 (5)·Hard·19.1 mi·Est. 9–10 hrVaried hike in the eastern Teutoburg Forest, North Rhine-Westphalia. It starts at the parking lot in the south of Holzhausen-Externsteine. A multitude of historical and geological sights await those who set out on the long hike: the Externsteine natural monument, the Falkenburg ruins, whose history began in the 12th century, and the wonderfully fragrant lavender fields in the Wiembecketal. Highlights: - External Stones - Lavender fields "Petite Provence" - Falkenburg - Cultural Monument...
- 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
What are the different types of hiking trails near Hermann Memorial?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Hermann Memorial. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 6 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Hermann Memorial?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Hermann Memorial is Hermannsweg Stage 8: Detmold - Horn-Bad Meinberg, which has a 4.6 star rating from 45 reviews. This trail is 11.1 mi long with an elevation gain of 2,270 ft.
What is the longest trail near Hermann Memorial?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Hermann Memorial is X3 - Cheruskerweg. This trail is estimated to be 42.5 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Hermann Memorial?
Hermann Memorial: 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 Im Teutoburgerwald über die Lavendelfelder und zur Falkenburg with 3,287 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Hermann Memorial?
The most popular and difficult trail near Hermann Memorial is Hermannsweg Stage 8: Detmold - Horn-Bad Meinberg with a 4.6-star rating from 45 reviews.