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Hiking Sauerland - experiencing the picturesque nature

Every single day is worth it! Head into the forest and recharge your batteries; with every hour, the recovery effect intensifies. After just 10 minutes of walking, you reach Mother Nature. From the large meadows at the edge of the forest, you can look over treetops, out over the idyllic Hallenberg and further out over the picturesque half-timbered town.

Feel free to explore this vast area. Enjoy the pure nature here while hiking along the hiking trail Sauerland Sauerland- whether you're ascending a mountain or exploring the popular forest route! Take a walk through the forest. Find your favorite spot. And then: Simply enjoy the fresh air. Take a quick look at our hiking routes:

Aerial view of the Heidekopf observation tower with the lowest sun
Germany map with all the states and the location of the hotel DIEDRICH

Hallenberg in the Sauerland: Location and how to get there

15 kilometers south of Winterberg, NRW - Address:

Nuhnestraße 2
59969 Hallenberg

  • about 45 minutes north of Marburg
  • about 90 minutes south of Paderborn
  • about 90 minutes west of Kassel
  • about 100 minutes south of Bielefeld
  • about 100 minutes north of Frankfurt
  • approx. 140 minutes north-east of Koblenz
  • approx. 140 minutes east of Düsseldorf
  • approx. 140 minutes east of Cologne

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Hiking in Ist Sauerland is wonderful; you discover true natural beauty.

Popular hiking trails such as the Sauerland-Waldroute or the Sauerland-Höhenflug attract numerous hikers every year to the Hochsauerland. And you too long for a vacation in impressive nature and plenty of exercise in the fresh air? Our DIEDRICH Wellnesshotel & Spa in Hallenberg lies amidst a beautiful natural landscape and is perfect for a versatile holiday with exciting hikes. Not far from the well-known town of Winterberg and the hiking destination Schmallenberg, the picturesque half-timbered town on the edge of North Rhine-Westphalia invites you to unparalleled hikes. The hiking trails in Winterberg and Schmallenberg are easily accessible from our DIEDRICH Wellnesshotel & Spa and ensure a truly enjoyable hiking experience. But there are also many paths Hallenberg waiting to be discovered by you.

To make your hiking holiday a unique experience, we have put together on this page fantastic hiking routes with difficulty levels ranging from easy to intermediate to difficult, and especially beautiful excursion tips. Explore the beauty of the region, marvel at the colorful foliage of the forests, listen to the gentle rustling of the streams, smell the fragrance of the flower meadows and enjoy the magnificent views from the mountain peaks of the Rothaargebirge.

The Wanderable High Sauerland: These destinations await you

Let your thoughts wander for a moment and listen to the chirping of birds, the wind in the trees, or the crunch of snow under your winter boots. No matter what season you set off on your hiking trip, we Sauerland have the right trails for every season here at Hiking Trails.

A couple walks along a field path with bushes on the roadside in summer weather

Viewpoint Heidekopf Tower

After an ascent, a magnificent panoramic view of the Rothaargebirge and the Hessian Mountains awaits you from the wooden observation tower at an altitude of 710 m.

Panoramic view of the greenery from the Heidekopf observation tower

Observation point Sauerland- Stabil-chair

This wooden sculpture is a real eye-catcher on the "Königsloh" trail between Hallenberg Liesen and Hesborn. The chair is not intended for sitting, but for climbing. From a height of 8 meters you can enjoy the view of bird and nature reserves and the beautiful Sauerland elevation gain.

The Sauerland stable Hallenberg between Hesborn surrounded by bushes and grass

This Sauerland is a land of caves

It Sauerland is known for its mountains, which are perfect for hiking as well. As one of the most famous German poets and naturalists of the 19th century said:

Mountains are silent masters and make silent students.

Johann Wolfgang von Goethe 1749 - 1832

So if you are looking for a place to stop and take a breather, then you have come to the Sauerland right place. But did you know that there are also a variety of caves to visit here? Each of these caves has its own unique character. The Attah Cave, also known as the Attendorfer Stalagmiten Cave, is located approximately 70 km from our DIEDRICH Wellnesshotel & Spa and holds a hidden treasure. In its depths lies a magnificent natural spectacle: artistically shaped stalagmites and stalactites grow out of the rocks, unique stone curtains hang from the ceilings, beautifully fairy-tale-like, as if a wizard had carved them out of the rock. The temperature in the cave is consistently 9°C in summer as well as in winter, making the Attendorfer Cave a popular destination for excursions at any time of the year.

Hiking in the Sauerland: According to your own taste

This was just a first glimpse of the diverse hiking destinations in this part of Germany Sauerland. But there is so much more to discover in this part of Germany. Alone between Altena and Korbach, over 250 kilometers and 56 marked hiking destinations await you with sporty or leisurely nature experiences. We are happy to advise you in our hotel on further excursion options and put together an individually tailored tour for you.

Our hiking routes for you

As one of the most famous hiking hotels in Germany, we would Sauerland like to offer you some helpful tips for your hiking trip and recommend some particularly beautiful routes. Whether you are a professional athlete or are just starting out on your first hikes: Here, in one of the most pristine natural landscapes in Germany, adventurers will truly be able to enjoy themselves.

Hiking Sauerland - Nature trail Nuhnewiesen

For a short, easy hike Sauerland, we warmly Hallenberg recommend the Naturweg Nuhnewiesen. The length of the circular route is approximately 3 kilometers and it has only slight slopes. You can start directly from our hiking hotel, because the route begins almost right outside our hotel, just a 10-minute walk away. On this tour, you will walk past grazing cows, through lovely valleys and magnificent meadows. In spring, the largest contiguous meadow area in the country transforms into a rich yellow and green color. Then the marsh marigolds bloom and reflect the color of the sun. But also damselfly lilies and numerous other meadow flowers blend in with the carpet of flowers. At the end of August, you can admire the pink splendor of autumn in the Auwiesen meadows. Birdwatchers will also be delighted by rare discoveries. For example, look out for the brown-winged swift. The Nuhnewiese is one of the last refuges for this bird species. At our reception desk, you will receive a flyer that will provide you with further information about this circular route.

Hiking through the nature protection area of Liesetal and Hilmesberg

North of here Hallenberg awaits you an approximately 13-kilometer-long hiking trail from the Waldwiesental of the Liese to the Hochheide of the Hilmesberg. Experienced hikers will spend an average of four hours on this route, enjoying the varied tour where the beauty of nature is revealed in many facets. Walk along the brook under the oak forest, discover the broad-leafed common thistle amidst the colorful flower meadows, a native orchid species that blooms in spring. Then look down from the Hilmesberg and let your gaze wander into the distance, enjoying the pure, fresh mountain air.

HallenbergHis tours: Valleys, forests, historical town centers

Do you want to experience the vastness of Sauerlandthe Eifel while hiking? You can experience plenty of nature and culture on this 51-kilometer-long hike. The tour starts at the market square Hallenberg and passes by beautiful historic buildings and the late-Romanesque Heribert Church, which dates back to the 13th century. If you are interested, you can admire well Hallenberg -preserved Renaissance frescoes from the 16th century inside the church. After that, you leave the historic town center Hallenbergand continue hiking into the Nuhne Valley.

Hiking Sauerland - Sauerland- Altitude hike as a highlight

You are very close to the sky on this challenging tour. The Sauerland ascent takes you, as the name suggests, over the mountain ridges of the region to lofty heights. On this route, you can Sauerland experience 154 kilometers of natural beauty while hiking and enjoy the feeling of boundless freedom on 800-meter-high peaks. The hiking trail to Sauerland the ascent is easy to miss. In it you will Hallenberg discover numerous numbered paths. Simply follow the signs; they show the route and also provide interesting information about nearby and distant destinations along the hiking route.

A tree trunk with wayfinding signs on metal

Rothaarsteig

The Rothaarsteig is a Fernwanderweg awarded by the German Hiking Association e.V., whose main route runs from Brilon in North Rhine-Westphalia to Dillenburg in Hesse. The majority of the Rothaarsteig passes through the natural park Sauerland-Rothaargebirge in the immediate vicinity of our hiking hotel, connecting water with mountains. Hike along the Rhine-Weser Waterway, past the sources of the Ruhr, the Eder, Sieg and Lahn rivers. Climb the airy heights of Kahlen Asten and Langenberg, and enjoy magnificent panoramic views of peaks, forests and valleys. Between Schmallenberg and Bad Berleburg you can admire culture in the deepest nature: In the Forest Sculpture Path, renowned artists from all over the world display their works, creating the greenest gallery in Sauerlandthe world. The Rothaarsteig is also called the Way of the Senses. The name is a given: all the colors, scents, the rustling of the leaves, the silvery tinkling of the springs, the refreshing coolness of their water, the singing of the birds. You will feel like intoxicated by such unique natural beauty.

Kellerwald-Edersee National Park

This beech forest is so fairy-like beautiful that it should definitely not be missed when planning hiking trips in Sauerland this area. Although it is no longer located in Sauerland the district of Bad Tölz, but in a nature park in Hesse, it is only a half-hour drive from our DIEDRICH Wellnesshotel & Spa. The Kellerwald is the largest beech forest in the state and one of the most beautiful forests in Europe, and it is not for nothing that it is part of the UNESCO World Heritage List. Its trees are sometimes up to 200 years old, and they captivate hikers with their mystical and bizarre shapes. But it’s not just the forest that is impressive; the beauty of the surrounding mountains and the lively murmuring of up to 800 crystal-clear springs also shape the idyllic landscape of the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park. Not to mention the Edersee itself, which lies picturesque among the trees and whose far-reaching bays resemble wild fjords. This region also includes the popular Diemelsee, which is also known as the Pearl of the SauerlandS. Around the idyllic Diemelsee, there are numerous exciting hiking trails through an incomparably beautiful natural landscape.

Hiking sign with wayfinding markers

Numbered paths

Simply follow the signs; they mark the route of numerous numbered paths in the 4 districts of Hallenberg. In addition, they provide information about nearby and distant destinations along the hiking route.

Hallenberg

Liesen

Hesborn

Braunshausen

Hiking hotel Sauerland: Das DIEDRICH Wellnesshotel & Spa in the Hochsauerland

Our adult wellness hotel is not only the perfect starting point for hiking, but also offers the perfect retreat for relaxing and recuperating after strenuous excursions. We are Sauerland hosts – that’s why we know exactly what is right for you on hiking days. That’s why your hiking holiday begins with a rich breakfast that will help you recover from the day’s exertions. At our breakfast buffet, you can choose exactly what you feel like. Many of the products offered are regional. After breakfast, it’s often time to lace up your shoes and get going. Discover one of the numerous hiking trails and learn about some of the most beautiful corners of the SauerlandSauerland. After your return to the hotel, you can relax in the large spa area as you please. In the evening, we pamper you with fine cuisine in the restaurant. Here you can reflect on the past day and make plans for the future. Whether we welcome you for an overnight stay or several consecutive nights: We look forward to making you feel completely comfortable with us and allowing you to enjoy a few days of hiking in the beautiful Sauerland nature.

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