Best trails near Oerlinghauser Schlucht
4.4(162 reviews)
Want to check out Oerlinghauser Schlucht from the trail? Good news: 11 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 Oerlinghauser Schlucht from one of 2 easy hiking routes or discover kid-friendly routes for your next family trip. Looking for a challenge? Choose from 9 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Oerlinghauser Schlucht are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.2 (46)·Moderate·9.6 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrThis route is stage 6 of the Hermannsweg, a long-distance trail through the Teutoburger Wald. This specific section begins at the Sparrenburg in Bielefeld and travels southeast to end in Oerlinghausen. The path follows broad forest tracks and gentle ridges, passing the 52nd latitude monument and the historic Waldhotel Brand’s Busch. Hikers ascend to the iron observation tower Eiserner Anton on the Ebberg for wide views before crossing the A2 motorway near Lämmershagen. The stage concludes in...
- 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...
- 4.0 (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
- 4.4 (18)·Moderate·4.5 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrPanoramic quality trail in the Teutoburg Forest, North Rhine-Westphalia This circular hiking trail is a certified quality hiking trail. The circuit, rich in fantastic panoramic views over the Paderborner Land and the Sauerland, runs largely parallel to the famous Hermannsweg. The starting point of the hike is the "Unter der Howe" car park for hikers (if arriving by bus or train: Bürgerhaus stop). From here you hike past several interesting cultural monuments into the idyllic Tönsberg nature...
- 4.6 (12)·Easy·3.7 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrCulturally historical circular hike awarded as a quality route for Wanderable Germany This route ensures complete relaxation and helps slow down a stressful everyday life. It also combines nature with cultural and historical highlights. On the approximately 6 kilometers you travel back to the Stone Age, to the beginnings of civilization. The starting point Oerlinghausen is well equipped with archaeological sites. A special highlight is a visit to the Oerlinghausen Archaeological Open-Air...
- 4.2 (3)·Moderate·3.5 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrScenic loop from Oerlinghausen, North Rhine-Westphalia. The route connects two different natural areas: the sandy Senne and the calcareous Teutoburg Forest. Starting from the sparse pine forests of the Senne, the trail leads into the Schopke stream valley. There the landscape changes and the beech forests begin on the slopes of the Menkhauser Berg. The hike passes historical landmarks such as old boundary stones and mills before arriving in Oerlinghausen and returning to the starting point...
- 4.2 (6)·Hard·16.5 mi·Est. 7.5–8 hrPromising and varied bike and mountain bike tour in Bielefeld, North Rhine-Westphalia. Route: - Tönsberg - Hunneck Chamber on Ravensberg - Barkhauser Berge / Fliegerkuppe - Menkhauser Berg Highlights of the route: - Pretty natural landscapes - Nice prospects - Local flora and fauna
- 5.0 (3)·Hard·14.4 mi·Est. 6.5–7 hrChallenging and promising mountain bike tour through the Teuteburg Forest/Eggegebirge nature park, North Rhine-Westphalia. The route leads from Lämershagen to Bienenschmidt and back again. Mostly relatively wide paths. Quite a lot of altitude. Highlights of the tour: - Beautiful views - Local flora and fauna - Great natural landscapes - Refreshments available - Teuteburg Forest/Egge Mountains Nature Park
- 5.0 (3)·Hard·10.4 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrPanoramic hike in the Teutoburg Forest/Eggegebirge nature park, North Rhine-Westphalia. The approximately 65 km long long-distance hiking trail "Senneweg" is a historic pilgrimage route between Paderborn and Bielefeld. This beautiful hike on the Senneweg begins at Bielefeld Central Station. Via the ridge of the Teutoburg Forest you reach the Alexander Church in Oerlinghausen. Highlights of the hike: - Alexander Church in Oerlinghausen - ridge of the Teutoburg Forest - magnificent views of...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Oerlinghauser Schlucht?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Oerlinghauser Schlucht. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 7 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Oerlinghauser Schlucht?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Oerlinghauser Schlucht is Herrmannsweg Stage 6: Bielefeld - Oerlinghausen, which has a 4.2 star rating from 46 reviews. This trail is 9.6 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,696 ft.
What is the longest trail near Oerlinghauser Schlucht?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Oerlinghauser Schlucht is Radtour: Stukenbrock - rund um den Eiserner Anton. This trail is estimated to be 21.4 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Oerlinghauser Schlucht?
Oerlinghauser Schlucht: With an ascent of 3,179 ft, Radtour: Stukenbrock - rund um den Eiserner Anton has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Hermannslauf from Grotenburg with 2,345 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Oerlinghauser Schlucht?
The most popular and difficult trail near Oerlinghauser Schlucht is Hermannsweg Stage 7: Oerlinghausen - Detmold with a 4.5-star rating from 44 reviews.
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- Wistinghauser Schlucht
- Oerlinghauser Schlucht
- Tönsberg
- Hünenkapelle
- Ehemalige Synagoge Oerlinghausen
- Barkhauser Berg
- Waldweiden Wistinghauser Senne
- Sachsenlager
- Steinbült
- Ravensberg
- Westerholter Bachtal
- FGOe Campingplatz Flugplatz Oerlinghausen
- Mämerisch
- Hunneckenkammer
- Sachsenquelle
- Menkhauser Berg
- Iberg
- Kampberg
- Grüteberg
- Senneriffa