Best trails near Poppenberg
4.1(153 reviews)
Want to check out Poppenberg from the trail? Good news: 9 trails will get you there, including hiking and camping 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 8 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Poppenberg are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
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- 4.4 (43)·Moderate·3.7 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrThis loop starts at the "Untere Pforte" market square and leads through the middle of the ski lift carousel, which shows its green side in summer. The trail leads through fragrant spruce forests and across wide mountain meadows where the purple heather blooms in late summer. With a bit of luck, deer or black woodpeckers can be spotted in the quiet sections of forest. A special vantage point is the Sürenberg refuge, which offers a sweeping view over Winterberg. As the route is mostly on paved...
- 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,...
- 4.3 (24)·Easy·2.5 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrThis varied loop, which is particularly lively in winter, leads through the heart of the Winterberg ski lift carousel in the Hochsauerland region. The trail takes in two of the most striking peaks in the ski area, the Bremberg and the Sürenberg. The route runs along a mixture of wide forest paths, gravel hiking trails and passages directly along the ski slopes, which, especially in the snow-free season, offers exciting insights behind the scenes of the lift technology. A central highlight is...
- 4.0 (14)·Moderate·6.2 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrExciting and demanding mountain bike tour in Winterberg, North Rhine-Westphalia. The technically demanding loop connects the difficult (black) trails. For this circular route, which begins and ends at the Bremberg parking lot, the driver should be experienced. Highlights of the route: - Wonderful prospects - Local flora and fauna - Diverse natural landscapes
- 3.8 (12)·Moderate·5.5 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrThe starting point is the market square with the merchant's monument "Lower Gate". From there it goes over the bridge of the bypass road and past the campsite. The old road leads into the valley of the nameless (the name comes from Laameloofe, which means clay-bearing brook). Continue along the Brembergweg and along the golf course to the mine site. There is a refuge here to rest. Continue towards the ski area and to the next hut on the upper Brembergweg. Turn right there; soon you will find...
- 4.0 (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...
- 4.0 (14)·Moderate·8.6 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrPopular loop trail in the Sauerland-Rothaargebirge nature park, North Rhine-Westphalia. This beautiful route begins in Winterberg. In the ski and bike area, it is often a bit crowded, but the further away you go from Winterberg, the quieter it gets. Highlights of the hike: - Poppenberg - Bremen - Langenberg - Winterberg
- 4.0 (7)·Moderate·21.3 mi·Est. 10–11 hrPromising and adventurous mountain bike tour in Siedlingshausen near Winterberg, North Rhine-Westphalia. Exciting round for a mountain bike adventure, rest stops are available. Highlights of the tour: - Local flora and fauna - Parking available - Opportunities for viewing - Delightful natural landscapes
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Poppenberg?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Poppenberg. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 7 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Poppenberg?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Poppenberg is Winterberg Loop W6 Sürenbergweg, which has a 4.4 star rating from 43 reviews. This trail is 3.7 mi long with an elevation gain of 646 ft.
What is the longest trail near Poppenberg?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Poppenberg is Siedlinghausen - Winterberg - Silbach. This trail is estimated to be 21.3 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Poppenberg?
Poppenberg: With an ascent of 3,526 ft, Siedlinghausen - Winterberg - Silbach 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 Poppenberg?
The most popular and difficult trail near Poppenberg is Rothaarsteig Stage 3: Winterberg - Schanze with a 4.1-star rating from 23 reviews.
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