Auf dem Rothaarsteig und dem Uplandsteig rund um den Ettelsberg
100% of reviewers say this trail is moderate
13.7miLength
2,562ftElevation gain
7–7.5hrEstimated time
Loop
A varied hiking trail to the Clemensberg from Willingen (Uppland), Hesse
The route starts at the train station of the city of Willingen (Upland). There are refreshment stops along the route.
Highlights of the hike:
- Hiking on the long-distance hiking trails Uplandsteig and Rothaarsteig
- View from the Clemensberg
- Summer toboggan run in Willingen
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Top sights
Mühlenkopf
Peak
Hoppecke-Quelle
Spring
Neuer Clemensberg
Peak
Langenberg
Peak
Aschenputtel
Attraction
Richtplatz
Picnic site
Kyrillpfad
Attraction
Hoher Stuhl
Attraction
Äolsharfe
Attraction
Ettelsberg
Peak
Wohnmobilpark Willingen
Caravan site
Hoppernkopf
Peak
Heidi
Attraction
Lüttekefeld
Peak
Große Grube
Weather shelter
Kinderlieder
Attraction
Gestiefelte Kater
Attraction
Hensel und Gretel
Attraction
Kneippbecken
Attraction
Speicherbecken
Reservoir
Holz-Hängematte
Attraction
Sommerrodelbahn Willingen
Attraction
Rapunzel
Attraction
Schneewittchen
Attraction
Dschungelbuch
Attraction
Schlümpfe
Attraction
tapfere Schneiderlein
Attraction
Hase und Igel
Attraction
Max und Moritz
Attraction
Karius und Baktus
Attraction
Frau Holle
Attraction
Rattenfänger von Hameln
Attraction
Tischlein deck dich
Attraction
Zwergenhaus
Attraction
Streichelwiese
Attraction
Rumpelstielzchen
Attraction
Dornröschen
Attraction
Prinzessin auf der Erbse
Attraction
Rotkäppchen
Attraction
Gänseliesel
Attraction
Brüderchen und Schwesterchen
Attraction
Papageienshow
Attraction
Biene Maja
Attraction
Froschkönig
Attraction
Hans im Glück
Attraction
Sommertubing
Attraction
Greifvogelshow, Eulenshow
Attraction
Top sights
Mühlenkopf
Peak
Hoppecke-Quelle
Spring
Neuer Clemensberg
Peak
Langenberg
Peak
Aschenputtel
Attraction
Richtplatz
Picnic site
Kyrillpfad
Attraction
Hoher Stuhl
Attraction
Äolsharfe
Attraction
Ettelsberg
Peak
Wohnmobilpark Willingen
Caravan site
Hoppernkopf
Peak
Heidi
Attraction
Lüttekefeld
Peak
Große Grube
Weather shelter
Kinderlieder
Attraction
Gestiefelte Kater
Attraction
Hensel und Gretel
Attraction
Kneippbecken
Attraction
Speicherbecken
Reservoir
Holz-Hängematte
Attraction
Sommerrodelbahn Willingen
Attraction
Rapunzel
Attraction
Schneewittchen
Attraction
Dschungelbuch
Attraction
Schlümpfe
Attraction
tapfere Schneiderlein
Attraction
Hase und Igel
Attraction
Max und Moritz
Attraction
Karius und Baktus
Attraction
Frau Holle
Attraction
Rattenfänger von Hameln
Attraction
Tischlein deck dich
Attraction
Zwergenhaus
Attraction
Streichelwiese
Attraction
Rumpelstielzchen
Attraction
Dornröschen
Attraction
Prinzessin auf der Erbse
Attraction
Rotkäppchen
Attraction
Gänseliesel
Attraction
Brüderchen und Schwesterchen
Attraction
Papageienshow
Attraction
Biene Maja
Attraction
Froschkönig
Attraction
Hans im Glück
Attraction
Sommertubing
Attraction
Greifvogelshow, Eulenshow
Attraction
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Get to know this 13.7-mile loop trail near Willingen, Hesse. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 6 h 37 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking and trail running, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.
What is the expected weather this week for Auf dem Rothaarsteig und dem Uplandsteig rund um den Ettelsberg?
Expected weather for Auf dem Rothaarsteig und dem Uplandsteig rund um den Ettelsberg for the next 5 days is:
- Thu, September 24 - 60 degrees/clear
- Fri, September 25 - 65 degrees/clear
- Sat, September 26 - 65 degrees/clear
- Sun, September 27 - 70 degrees/clear
- Mon, September 28 - 72 degrees/clear
Where is Auf dem Rothaarsteig und dem Uplandsteig rund um den Ettelsberg located?
Auf dem Rothaarsteig und dem Uplandsteig rund um den Ettelsberg is a trail located in Sauerland-Rothaargebirge Nature Park.
How hard is Auf dem Rothaarsteig und dem Uplandsteig rund um den Ettelsberg?
Auf dem Rothaarsteig und dem Uplandsteig rund um den Ettelsberg is considered a hard hike that covers 13.7 mi, with an elevation gain of 2,562 ft. It takes about 7–7.5 hr to complete. Hard trails usually cover longer distances, and may have long or steep climbs or more difficult obstacles.
What is the elevation gain for Auf dem Rothaarsteig und dem Uplandsteig rund um den Ettelsberg?
Auf dem Rothaarsteig und dem Uplandsteig rund um den Ettelsberg is considered a hard hike that covers 13.7 mi, with an elevation gain of 2,562 ft. It takes about 7–7.5 hr to complete. Hard trails usually cover longer distances, and may have long or steep climbs or more difficult obstacles.
Is Auf dem Rothaarsteig und dem Uplandsteig rund um den Ettelsberg a loop?
Auf dem Rothaarsteig und dem Uplandsteig rund um den Ettelsberg is a loop trail that covers 13.7 mi, with an elevation gain of 2,562 ft. It takes about 7–7.5 hr to complete. Loop trails have the same starting point and endpoint. You'll follow a single route without retracing your steps.
How long is Auf dem Rothaarsteig und dem Uplandsteig rund um den Ettelsberg?
Auf dem Rothaarsteig und dem Uplandsteig rund um den Ettelsberg is a loop trail that covers 13.7 mi, with an elevation gain of 2,562 ft. It takes about 7–7.5 hr to complete. Loop trails have the same starting point and endpoint. You'll follow a single route without retracing your steps.
Are dogs allowed on Auf dem Rothaarsteig und dem Uplandsteig rund um den Ettelsberg?
Yes, dogs are allowed on Auf dem Rothaarsteig und dem Uplandsteig rund um den Ettelsberg, but must remain on a leash.
Is there running at Auf dem Rothaarsteig und dem Uplandsteig rund um den Ettelsberg?
Yes, trailgoers have said that Auf dem Rothaarsteig und dem Uplandsteig rund um den Ettelsberg is good for running. This trail covers 13.7 mi, with an elevation gain of 2,562 ft.
Are there forests at Auf dem Rothaarsteig und dem Uplandsteig rund um den Ettelsberg?
Yes, Auf dem Rothaarsteig und dem Uplandsteig rund um den Ettelsberg is a forest trail in Sauerland-Rothaargebirge Nature Park.
Last updated on September 24, 2026 at 4:03 am GMT+0