Best trails near Kahler Asten
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Want to check out Kahler Asten from the trail? Good news: 17 trails will get you there, including hiking, camping, and backpacking trails. Plan your trip with hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Explore Kahler Asten from one of 2 easy hiking routes or discover kid-friendly routes for your next family trip. Looking for a challenge? Choose from 15 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Kahler Asten are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
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- 4.3 (147)·Moderate·3.6 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrIdyllic 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
- 4.5 (125)·Moderate·7.4 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrScenic 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
- 4.5 (115)·Hard·9.9 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrFantastic 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...
- 4.1 (23)·Hard·11.7 miThis 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,...
- 4.5 (21)·Moderate·7.6 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrPopular 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
- 4.3 (7)·Moderate·6 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrThis classic high-altitude tour leads through the "roof of the Sauerland" and connects the highest church village in the region, Altastenberg, with its most famous peak. The trail opens up the vast high heath landscapes of the Rothaargebirge and runs along a varied mix of well-maintained hiking trails, natural paths and sections of the famous Rothaarsteig. A central highlight is the summit of the Kahler Asten (841 m) with its striking viewing tower and the high heath area, which is...
- 4.1 (6)·Moderate·4.4 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrPanoramic hike on the Kahler Asten in the Rothaargebirge bi Winterberg, North Rhine-Westphalia There are restaurants in Altastenberg and on the Kahler Asten. Highlights of the hike: - Atmospheric hike through the Rothaar Mountains - Ascent to the Kahler Asten - View from the Astenturm
- 3.9 (9)·Hard·14.5 mi·Est. 7.5–8 hrThe tour starts at the train station in Winterberg and first runs through the tourist resort to St. Georgs-Schanze with a wonderful all-round view of the Hochsauerland. A beautiful forest path takes you to the most famous mountain in North Rhine-Westphalia, the Kahler Asten. There you can climb the Astenturm or hike the heir path with its 15 stations and the Lenne spring. Cross the forest to reach the "Helleplatz" car park and from there take the bus back to Winterberg. The route continues...
- 4.0 (7)·Moderate·6.7 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrPanoramic loop to the Kahler Asten, North Rhine-Westphalia. The loop opens up the landscape around the Kahler Asten near Winterberg. One destination on the way to the summit is the Lennequelle spring, which rises in a small rocky outcrop on the slope of the mountain. Once at the top, the view opens up over the hilly landscape of the Sauerland. The route leads through the spruce forests typical of the region and over the treeless heathland of the summit, which gives the mountain its name...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Kahler Asten?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Kahler Asten. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 15 hiking trails, 5 backpacking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Kahler Asten?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Kahler Asten is Kahlen Asten Loop, which has a 4.3 star rating from 147 reviews. This trail is 3.6 mi long with an elevation gain of 711 ft.
What is the longest trail near Kahler Asten?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Kahler Asten is MTB: Rund um Winterberg und Niedersfeld. This trail is estimated to be 38.2 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Kahler Asten?
Kahler Asten: 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 Jugendwanderweg Winterberger Höhentour with 2,880 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Kahler Asten?
The most popular and difficult trail near Kahler Asten is Kahler-Asten-Steig with a 4.5-star rating from 115 reviews.
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