Düsseldorf zum Freiluftaltar Ommerborn

The route winds its way from the banks of the Rhine in Düsseldorf to the rolling hills of the Bergisches Land, culminating at the historic open-air altar of Ommerborn. The journey follows rural corridors and forest paths through a landscape characterized by traditional half-timbered architecture and deep valleys. Historically, the Ommerborn open-air altar serves as an important pilgrimage site, built at the beginning of the 20th century on a high plateau with panoramic views over the surrounding nature park. Considerable physical stamina is required to master the transition from the flat Rhine plain to the steady, hilly climbs towards Wipperfürth. You can expect a consistent mix of tarmac paths and smooth gravel forest trails that offer a peaceful retreat into nature. The terrain is technically straightforward and relies on endurance rather than specific skills, while the route takes you up into the region's high altitudes.