Best trails near Kleiner Rigi
4.1(47 reviews)
Want to check out Kleiner Rigi from the trail? Good news: 3 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 3 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Kleiner Rigi are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 3.8 (33)·Moderate·5.6 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrVaried circular route near Horn-Bad Meinberg, North Rhine-Westphalia. On this beautiful circular route you will come across the Externsteine - an impressive rock formation towering around 40 meters high in the Wiembecke valley near Horn-Bad Meinberg in Lippe. They are among the best-known natural and cultural monuments in Germany. Furthermore, the adjacent nature reserve invites you to explore. Highlights: - External Stones - Local flora and fauna - Varied natural landscapes
- 4.3 (14)·Hard·8.4 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrPromising and idyllic hiking excursion in Schlangen, North Rhine-Westphalia. The hike through the shady forest definitely brings in a little cover from the sun in the summer months. A small and beautiful highlight of the tour is the upper pond. Highlights of the tour: - Beautiful views of the Upper Pond - Interesting local flora and fauna - Charming natural landscape in the Teutoburg Forest/Eggegebirge nature park
- 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 Kleiner Rigi?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Kleiner Rigi is Um die Externsteine , which has a 3.8 star rating from 33 reviews. This trail is 5.6 mi long with an elevation gain of 918 ft.
What is the longest trail near Kleiner Rigi?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Kleiner Rigi is X3 - Cheruskerweg. This trail is estimated to be 42.5 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Kleiner Rigi?
Kleiner Rigi: 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 Rundwanderweg 34 [Barnacken] with 1,286 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Kleiner Rigi?
The most popular and difficult trail near Kleiner Rigi is Rundwanderweg 34 [Barnacken] with a 4.3-star rating from 14 reviews.
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