Brilon - Rothaarsteig - Willingen
25.4miLength
4,629ftElevation gain
Loop
Beautiful hiking trail near Brilon in North Rhine-Westphalia
South of Brilon, this hiking trail runs through the Sauerland-Rothaargebirge nature park to the Neuer Hagen nature reserve. The route passes the summit of the Ettelsberg south of Willingen and guarantees beautiful views of the surrounding area.
Highlights:
- Summit of the Ettelsberg
- shady forest paths
- Hiking in the Sauerland-Rothaargebirge Nature Park
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Top sights
Mühlenkopf
Peak
Habberg
Peak
Hoppecke-Quelle
Spring
Neuer Clemensberg
Peak
Langenberg
Peak
Richtplatz
Picnic site
Kyrillpfad
Attraction
Hoher Stuhl
Attraction
Ettelsberg
Peak
Hoher Eimberg
Peak
Trekkingplatz Feuereiche
Campsite
Ginsterkopf
Peak
Silbersee
Reservoir
Shoemaker's Apprentice
Peak
Klockliet
Peak
Hoher Limberg
Peak
Lüttekefeld
Peak
Hegekopf
Peak
Große Grube
Weather shelter
Holz-Hängematte
Attraction
Juden
Peak
Hammerkopf
Peak
Fohr
Peak
Top sights
Mühlenkopf
Peak
Habberg
Peak
Hoppecke-Quelle
Spring
Neuer Clemensberg
Peak
Langenberg
Peak
Richtplatz
Picnic site
Kyrillpfad
Attraction
Hoher Stuhl
Attraction
Ettelsberg
Peak
Hoher Eimberg
Peak
Trekkingplatz Feuereiche
Campsite
Ginsterkopf
Peak
Silbersee
Reservoir
Shoemaker's Apprentice
Peak
Klockliet
Peak
Hoher Limberg
Peak
Lüttekefeld
Peak
Hegekopf
Peak
Große Grube
Weather shelter
Holz-Hängematte
Attraction
Juden
Peak
Hammerkopf
Peak
Fohr
Peak
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Experience this 25.4-mile loop trail near Brilon, North Rhine-Westphalia. Generally considered a challenging route. This is a popular trail for camping, mountain biking, and bike touring, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day.
What is the expected weather this week for Brilon - Rothaarsteig - Willingen?
Expected weather for Brilon - Rothaarsteig - Willingen for the next 5 days is:
- Sun, September 20 - 58 degrees/clear
- Mon, September 21 - 57 degrees/clear
- Tue, September 22 - 65 degrees/foggy
- Wed, September 23 - 57 degrees/drizzle
- Thu, September 24 - 63 degrees/clear
Where is Brilon - Rothaarsteig - Willingen located?
Brilon - Rothaarsteig - Willingen is a trail located in Sauerland-Rothaargebirge Nature Park.
Are dogs allowed on Brilon - Rothaarsteig - Willingen?
Dogs may be allowed on Brilon - Rothaarsteig - Willingen. Be sure to check regulations before heading out.
Is camping allowed at Brilon - Rothaarsteig - Willingen?
Camping is allowed on Brilon - Rothaarsteig - Willingen in Sauerland-Rothaargebirge Nature Park. Camping accommodations vary, and can include campsites, dispersed camping, huts, or in-town accommodations. You should always double check if a permit is required.
Is mountain biking allowed at Brilon - Rothaarsteig - Willingen?
Mountain biking is allowed on Brilon - Rothaarsteig - Willingen in Sauerland-Rothaargebirge Nature Park. Double check if the trail is mixed use or MTB-only.
Are there forests at Brilon - Rothaarsteig - Willingen?
Yes, Brilon - Rothaarsteig - Willingen is a forest trail in Sauerland-Rothaargebirge Nature Park.
Last updated on September 17, 2026 at 5:01 am GMT+0