Rund um den Hermann
50% of reviewers say this trail is hard
12.3miLength
2,004ftElevation gain
6–6.5hrEstimated time
Loop
Historical hiking trail from Augustdorf to the Hermann Monument in North Rhine-Westphalia
This route leads from Augustdorf in a westerly direction to the famous Herrmann monument. The monument is intended to commemorate the Cheruscan prince Arminius and the so-called Battle of the Teutoburg Forest, in which Germanic tribes under his leadership inflicted a decisive defeat on the expanding Roman Empire.
This route is an official hiking trail of Teutoburg Forest Tourism.
Highlights:
- Hermann monument
- Nature reserves in the Eastern Teutoburg Forest & Donoperteich-Hiddeser-Bent
- shady forest paths
- Crack Mordkuhle
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Top sights
Eisenquelle
Spring
Hasselbachtal
Valley
Düsterngrund
Valley
Altarstein
Peak
Uffler
Peak
Bielstein
Peak
Kanzel
Peak
Birkenweghütte
Weather shelter
Hermann Memorial
Monument
Grotenburg
Peak
Dörenschlucht
Valley
Grotenburg
Archaeological site
Campingplatz Quellental
Campsite
Dreiflussstein
Attraction
Ochsental
Valley
Heidental
Valley
Hellberg
Peak
Warwegsgrund
Valley
Felsspalte Mordkuhle
Cave
Allhornberg
Peak
Großer Ehberg
Peak
Großer Hünenring
Archaeological site
Kahler Ehberg
Peak
Scharfnacken
Peak
Sternschanze
Peak
Klöppingsberg
Peak
Kohlgrund
Valley
Eschengrund
Valley
Triftengrund
Valley
Mollengrund
Valley
In den Steinen
Valley
Dörner Kopf
Peak
Hülsgrund
Valley
Hülsköpfe
Peak
Braunetal
Valley
Top sights
Eisenquelle
Spring
Hasselbachtal
Valley
Düsterngrund
Valley
Altarstein
Peak
Uffler
Peak
Bielstein
Peak
Kanzel
Peak
Birkenweghütte
Weather shelter
Hermann Memorial
Monument
Grotenburg
Peak
Dörenschlucht
Valley
Grotenburg
Archaeological site
Campingplatz Quellental
Campsite
Dreiflussstein
Attraction
Ochsental
Valley
Heidental
Valley
Hellberg
Peak
Warwegsgrund
Valley
Felsspalte Mordkuhle
Cave
Allhornberg
Peak
Großer Ehberg
Peak
Großer Hünenring
Archaeological site
Kahler Ehberg
Peak
Scharfnacken
Peak
Sternschanze
Peak
Klöppingsberg
Peak
Kohlgrund
Valley
Eschengrund
Valley
Triftengrund
Valley
Mollengrund
Valley
In den Steinen
Valley
Dörner Kopf
Peak
Hülsgrund
Valley
Hülsköpfe
Peak
Braunetal
Valley
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Check out this 12.3-mile loop trail near Augustdorf, North Rhine-Westphalia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 37 min to complete. This is a popular trail for camping and hiking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.
What is the expected weather this week for Rund um den Hermann?
Expected weather for Rund um den Hermann for the next 5 days is:
- Sat, September 19 - 62 degrees/drizzle
- Sun, September 20 - 61 degrees/clear
- Mon, September 21 - 61 degrees/clear
- Tue, September 22 - 64 degrees/clear
- Wed, September 23 - 69 degrees/clear
Where is Rund um den Hermann located?
Rund um den Hermann is a trail located in Teutoburg Forest / Egge Hills Nature Park.
How hard is Rund um den Hermann?
Rund um den Hermann is considered a hard hike that covers 12.3 mi, with an elevation gain of 2,004 ft. It takes about 6–6.5 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 Rund um den Hermann?
Rund um den Hermann is considered a hard hike that covers 12.3 mi, with an elevation gain of 2,004 ft. It takes about 6–6.5 hr to complete. Hard trails usually cover longer distances, and may have long or steep climbs or more difficult obstacles.
Is Rund um den Hermann a loop?
Rund um den Hermann is a loop trail that covers 12.3 mi, with an elevation gain of 2,004 ft. It takes about 6–6.5 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 Rund um den Hermann?
Rund um den Hermann is a loop trail that covers 12.3 mi, with an elevation gain of 2,004 ft. It takes about 6–6.5 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 Rund um den Hermann?
Yes, dogs are allowed on Rund um den Hermann, but must remain on a leash.
When is the best time of year to hike Rund um den Hermann?
Rund um den Hermann is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
How busy is Rund um den Hermann?
According to trailgoers, Rund um den Hermann is usually somewhat busy. Rund um den Hermann is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
Is camping allowed at Rund um den Hermann?
Camping is allowed on Rund um den Hermann in Teutoburg Forest / Egge Hills 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.
Are there forests at Rund um den Hermann?
Yes, Rund um den Hermann is a forest trail in Teutoburg Forest / Egge Hills Nature Park.
Are there wildflowers at Rund um den Hermann?
Yes, trailgoers have reported a variety of wildflower types on Rund um den Hermann, though the specific types can vary from month to month.
Last updated on September 15, 2026 at 5:22 am GMT+0