Best trails near Wistinghauser Schlucht
4.1(125 reviews)
Want to check out Wistinghauser Schlucht 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. Explore Wistinghauser Schlucht from one of 2 easy hiking routes or discover kid-friendly routes for your next family trip. Looking for a challenge? Choose from 8 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Wistinghauser Schlucht are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 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...
- 4.1 (11)·Moderate·4 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrBeautiful Loop over the Tönsberg near Oerlinghausen The starting and finishing point is a city center parking lot in Oerlinghausen. The trail leads up the steep Himmelsleiter (ladder to heaven) up the Tönsberg to the Kumsttonne - the remains of an 18th century windmill. From the ridgeway, there is a wide view over Oerlinghausen and the Lippe mountains. Past the Berggasthof inn, the trail leads to the memorial for those who fell in the First World War and continues along artistically...
- 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
- 4.0 (1)·Moderate·21.4 mi·Est. 9.5–10.5 hrExciting mountain bike tour in Schloss Holte-Stukenbrock, North Rhine-Westphalia. Partly as a connecting route over asphalt or along the road. Round trip from Stukenbrock via Oerlinghausen, Schopketal, Lämershagen, Eisernene Anton, Oerlinghausen, Tönsberg, Bokelfenn, Stukenbrock. Highlights of the route: - Beautiful cultural and natural landscapes - Great prospects - Interesting local flora and fauna
- 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...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Wistinghauser Schlucht?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Wistinghauser Schlucht. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 5 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Wistinghauser Schlucht?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Wistinghauser Schlucht is Hermannsweg Stage 7: Oerlinghausen - Detmold, which has a 4.5 star rating from 44 reviews. This trail is 10.7 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,791 ft.
What is the longest trail near Wistinghauser Schlucht?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Wistinghauser Schlucht is MTB-Tour: Stukenbrock - Hermannsdenkmal. This trail is estimated to be 24.6 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Wistinghauser Schlucht?
Wistinghauser Schlucht: With an ascent of 3,589 ft, MTB-Tour: Stukenbrock - Hermannsdenkmal has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Radtour: Stukenbrock - rund um den Eiserner Anton with 3,179 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Wistinghauser Schlucht?
The most popular and difficult trail near Wistinghauser Schlucht is Hermannsweg Stage 7: Oerlinghausen - Detmold with a 4.5-star rating from 44 reviews.
Top sights in Teutoburg Forest / Egge Hills Nature Park
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Points of interest
- 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