Best trails near Wittekindsburg
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Want to check out Wittekindsburg from the trail? Good news: 8 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. Explore Wittekindsburg from one of 3 easy hiking routes or discover kid-friendly routes for your next family trip. Looking for a challenge? Choose from 5 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Wittekindsburg are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.1 (27)·Easy·2.4 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrFamily-friendly loop trail in the TERRA.vita nature and geopark, North Rhine-Westphalia. This entertaining loop trail at Porta Westfalica inspires with great views over the Wiehengebirge and the Weser Valley. The Wittekindsburg, the Kaiser Wilhelm monument visible from afar and the Margarethenklus (Wittekindskapelle) provide cultural and historical highlights. Highlights of the hike: - Wittekindsburg - Kaiser Wilhelm Monument - Margarethenklus - Kreuzkirche Wittekindsberg
- 4.3 (12)·Easy·3.9 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular loop trail in the TERRA.vita nature park, North Rhine-Westphalia. The route A2 leads over a distance of 6 km through the Wittekindsberg nature reserve in the Wiehengebirge. The route leads past the Goethe open-air stage and the Kaiser Wilhelm monument. At the Wittekindsburg you can take a relaxing break and stop for refreshments. Highlights of the hike: - Kaiser Wilhelm Monument - Wittekindsberg nature reserve - Wittekindsburg - Margarethenklus - Views of the Weser Valley
- 4.6 (12)·Easy·2.7 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrFamily-friendly loop trail in the geo-nature park TERRA.vita, North Rhine-Westphalia. Beautiful views and historical sites characterize this loop trail near Porta Westfalica. The route starts at the visitor center at the Kaiser Wilhelm Monument. You can reach the Wittekindburg via the Wittekindsweg long-distance hiking trail. Built approximately between the 3rd and 1st century BC today only the remains of the ramparts remain. Highlights of the hike: - Kaiser Wilhelm Monument - Visitor...
- 3.6 (12)·Hard·10.6 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrSection of the Wittekindsweg in the Wiehen Mountains The last stage of the Wittekindsweg leads along a path on the edge of the forest and through forests to Porta Westfalica. You can stop off at the "Wilder Schmied" inn at Eidingehauser Berg. Especially at the end there is a lot to discover and you have a great view of the Weser from the Kaiser Wilhelm monument. Highlights: - Romanesque Margaret Chapel - Celtic Wittekindsburg - Moltketurm observation tower - Kaiser Wilhelm Monument
- 4.2 (3)·Moderate·9.1 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrSection in the eastern Wiehen Mountains It goes through the woods and tranquility of the eastern Wiehengebirge; Once in Porta Westfalica, the Weser breaks through the mountain range - an impressive backdrop. If you want, you can make a detour to Minden in Porta Westfalica and take a river trip on the Weser - here you can marvel at some of Germany's ship mills and the old town of Minden is also worth a trip. There are places to stop for a break. Highlights: - Kreuzkirche - Margaret Chapel -...
- 4.2 (2)·Hard·39.4 mi·Est. 18–19.5 hrDiverse long-distance hiking trail in the Wiehen and Weser Mountains In the Mühlenkreis there is an abundance of historical mills that have been lovingly restored and fully functional - the long-distance hiking trail lives up to its name. The direction of travel and the division of stages can be designed individually; three of the stages suggested here are well suited for beginners with a length of less than 15 km. The last stage is a little longer, but it is also easy to master. On the way...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Wittekindsburg?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Wittekindsburg. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 5 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Wittekindsburg?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Wittekindsburg is Wittekindsburg Castle and Wittekindsberg Mountain, which has a 4.1 star rating from 27 reviews. This trail is 2.4 mi long with an elevation gain of 459 ft.
What is the longest trail near Wittekindsburg?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Wittekindsburg is Mühlensteig (Fernwanderweg). This trail is estimated to be 39.4 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Wittekindsburg?
Wittekindsburg: With an ascent of 6,161 ft, Mühlensteig (Fernwanderweg) has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Wittekindsweg Stage 5: Nettelstedt - Porta Westfalica with 1,519 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Wittekindsburg?
The most popular and difficult trail near Wittekindsburg is Wittekindsweg Stage 5: Nettelstedt - Porta Westfalica with a 3.6-star rating from 12 reviews.
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- Easy trails in Porta Westfalica
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- Lake trails in Porta Westfalica
- Long trails in Porta Westfalica
- Moderate trails in Porta Westfalica
- River trails in Porta Westfalica
- Trails with historic sites in Porta Westfalica
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Points of interest
- Kaiser-Wilhelm-Denkmal
- Moltketurm
- Westphalian Gap
- Wolfsschluchthöhle
- Aussichtsplattform "Fernmeldeturm Jakobsberg"
- Wittekindsburg
- Lohfelder Egge
- Lohfelder Kuppe
- Steinberg (Rote Klippe)
- Wülpker Egge
- Wülpker Haineberg
- Margarethenklus
- Jakobsberg
- Dehmer Burg
- Nammer Klippen
- Nammer Kopf
- Rastplatz Himmelfahrtskommando
- Portakanzel
- Nammer Lager
- Gutshaus