Best trails near Grotenburg
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Want to check out Grotenburg from the trail? Good news: 10 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 10 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Grotenburg 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...
- 4.5 (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
- 4.0 (25)·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...
- 5.0 (1)·Moderate·30 mi·Est. 12.5–13.5 hrStage 1 of the Römer-Lippe-Route. Even at the starting point of the first day tour it is worthwhile to linger a little, because in Detmold there is not only the cozy old town and the open-air museum, but also the admirable Hermanns monument, which in the 18th century was even the largest statue in the world. The route continues over the 50 meter high Externsteine to Bad Lippspringe to the source of the Lippe. From here it is only a stone's throw to the stage destination...
- 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...
- Moderate·9.7 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrOn weekends and public holidays, the 792 bus runs from Detmold to the Hermannsdenkmals car park. On weekdays the bus routes 703 (stop Kreuzweg) and 704 (stop Hiddeser Straße) go to Hiddesen, from where it is only a short walk to the Hermannsdenkmal. The hike begins at the Hermannsdenkmal, which commemorates Arminius the Cheruscan and the battle in the Teutoburg Forest. The German troops defeated the Roman invaders here in 9 AD. The memorial is open to visitors every day. The route continues...
- 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 Grotenburg?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Grotenburg. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 8 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Grotenburg?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Grotenburg 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 Grotenburg?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Grotenburg is X3 - Cheruskerweg. This trail is estimated to be 42.5 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Grotenburg?
Grotenburg: 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 Grotenburg?
The most popular and difficult trail near Grotenburg is Hermannsweg Stage 8: Detmold - Horn-Bad Meinberg with a 4.6-star rating from 45 reviews.