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    Hiking in the Teutoburg Forest: The famous Externsteine stones Photo: Günter Albers, Adobe Stock

Hikes in the Teutoburg Forest

North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

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The Teutoburg Forest region around Osnabrück, Minden, Bielefeld, Paderborn and Höxter is one of the most popular hiking areas in Germany. The low mountain range is criss-crossed by an extensive network of hiking trails that are well developed and marked in an exemplary manner.

On the famous Hermannsweg, at the Externsteine or on a nature-oriented circular trail, you can enjoy the fresh air while hiking. Discover the natural and cultural landscape while hiking in the Teutoburg Forest!

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The 10 most beautiful hikes in the Teutoburg Forest

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Hiking Route · Teutoburger Wald
Oerlinghausen Tönsbergblicke A5
Toprecommended route Difficulty moderate
8
6.9 km
1:52 h
85 m
85 m
 Schöne Aus- und Weitblicke in alle Himmelsrichtungen bietet der Tönsbergrundweg in Oerlinghausen Er ist einer der ältesten Wanderwege am Tönsberg von Oerlinghausen.
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Hiking Route · Teutoburger Wald
Planetenweg Bad Lippspringe
Toprecommended route Difficulty moderate
3
7.8 km
2:15 h
64 m
63 m
Willkommen auf einem der schönsten und abwechslungsreichen Planetenwege Deutschlands! Die Stadt Bad Lippspringe und die Planetariumsgesellschaft Ostwestfalen-Lippe e.V. wünschen körperliche und geistige Anregung beim Erwandern ungeahnter Dimensionen.
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Wandern im Wald
Hiking Route · Münsterland
From Beelen to Clarholz Monastery and Lette
PremiumPremium content Difficulty moderate
1
21.1 km
5:00 h
17 m
17 m
This flat hike takes us to the churches of Beelen and Lette and to the former monastery in Clarholz.
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Furlbachtal mit Eisvogel-Wegezeichen in Schloß Holte-Stukenbrock
Hiking Route · Teutoburger Wald
Romantisches Furlbachtal | lokaler Rundwanderweg in SHS
Toprecommended route Difficulty moderate
35
6.2 km
1:30 h
24 m
25 m
Der Furlbach gilt als einer der schönsten Sennebäche. Auf dieser romantischen Wandertour durch das Naturschutzgebiet geht es mal direkt am Ufer entlang, mal bis zu zehn Meter über dem Ufer und immer auf gewundenen Pfaden durch den abwechslungsreichen Wald.
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Hiking Route · Teutoburger Wald
Erlesene Natur: Dem Wasserdrachen auf der Spur
Toprecommended route Difficulty moderate
8
11.1 km
4:30 h
295 m
295 m
Wunderschöne Ausblicke ins Wesertal, spiegelglatte Seen, schmale Waldpfade und schöne Rastmöglichkeiten  – das alles erwartet Sie auf dem ca. 11 km langen Rundweg zu den Klippen- und Felsformationen der Weserhänge bei Höxter.
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Wallanlagen Rietberg
Hiking Route · Teutoburger Wald
Grafenschritte | Stadtwanderung in Rietberg
Toprecommended route Difficulty moderate
3
6.2 km
1:29 h
4 m
4 m
Rietberg – eine Stadt zwischen Natur, Kultur, Historie und Moderne. Erleben Sie die Highlights der ehemaligen Grafenstadt auf einer abwechslungsreichen Stadtwanderung durch den historischen Stadtkern und Rietbergs Naturschönheiten.
Teutoburger Wald
Emmerauenpark
Hiking Route · Teutoburger Wald
Lügder Osterbergweg
Toprecommended route Difficulty moderate
1
7.6 km
2:05 h
144 m
139 m
Der Osterbergweg führt entlang naturkundlicher und geschichtlicher Besonderheiten direkt auf den Osterberg. Erkunden Sie den Schauplatz des Osterräderlaufs mit Blick auf Lügde hautnah.
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Vista Point Altenbeken Groer Eisenbahnviadukt
Hiking Route · Teutoburger Wald
Viadukt Wanderweg - Hermannshöhen Tourentipp 14
Toprecommended route Difficulty moderate
1
29.5 km
16:56 h
585 m
585 m
Auf dem 29,5 km langen Viadukt-Wanderweg wird Altenbekens Wahrzeichen, der Große Eisenbahnviadukt, gekonnt in Szene gesetzt. Der Viadukt-Wanderweg wurde 2009 als Qualitätswanderweg "Wanderbares Deutschland" vom Deutschen Wanderverband ausgezeichnet.
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Teich im Garten der Klosteranlage Herzebrock
Hiking Route · Teutoburger Wald
Herzebrocker Klosterwälder | Rundwanderweg in Herzebrock-Clarholz
Toprecommended route Difficulty moderate
4
5 km
1:13 h
5 m
5 m
Perfekt für eine Runde durchs Grüne am Wochenende oder nach Feierabend.
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Paderquellgebiet - Kaskaden der Börnepader
Hiking Route · Teutoburger Wald
PaderWanderung - Entdeckertour entlang Deutschlands kürzestem Fluss
Toprecommended route Difficulty moderate
4
12.1 km
3:00 h
35 m
35 m
Die PaderWanderung macht nicht nur mit Deutschlands kürzestem Fluss bekannt, sondern auch mit einem einzigartigen Naturphänomen: den über 200 Quellen der Pader, die inmitten der Paderborner Innenstadt entspringen. Im September 2017 wurde die PaderWanderung als erster deutscher Stadt-Wanderweg vom Deutschen Wanderverband mit dem Prädikat "Qualitäts-Stadtwanderung" ausgezeichnet.
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The Teutoburg Forest: As far as your hiking boots will take you

The hiking trails and routes in the Teutoburg Forest Nature Park lead through species-rich mixed forests and idyllic villages with Westphalian half-timbered houses. Rugged cliffs, unusual formations such as the famous Externsteine stones and sights such as the Hermann Monument or the Kaiser Wilhelm Monument lie along the way, depending on the route.

There are many fascinating vantage points with a wide view over the densely wooded region, including the Nonnenstein in the Wiehengebirge or the Köterberg in the Lippisches Bergland.

Dein Naturmoment im Teutoburger Wald
Video: Teutoburger Wald Tourismus | OstWestfalenLippe GmbH

The Hermann Heights: Hermannsweg and Eggeweg

Two special long-distance hiking trails lead over the Hermannshöhen: Hermannsweg and Eggeweg. They are among the „Top Trails of Germany“ and are cult in the Teutoburg Forest. For most hikers, a walk up to the Hermannshöhen, even if it is only for a few kilometres, is one of the most outstanding experiences.

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Recommended route Auf den Hermannshöhen: Der Hermannsweg
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Recommended route Auf den Hermannshöhen: Der Eggeweg

Questions and answers: Hermann Trail / Hermann Heights

How does the Hermannsweg run?

For a total of 226 km, the Hermannsweg and Eggeweg ridge trails run along the entire ridge of the Teutoburg Forest. Even the ancient Germanic tribes were on the move on these two paths.

Hermannsweg and Eggeweg form a complete route, but can also be hiked separately. The trails are marked throughout with a white „H“ on a black background or with a white cross.

The highlights of the stages include the Dörenther Cliffs, Ravensberg Castle, the Hermann Monument as the landmark of the Teutoburg Forest and the Externsteine (Extern Stones). But small half-timbered towns and magnificent manor houses are also on the way along the ridges of the low mountain range.

How many stages does the Hermannsweg have? 

Classically, the Hermannshöhen is divided into 13 daily stages, each about 20 kilometres long. However, it is easy to adapt the stages of the long-distance trail to suit individual needs, because there are many exit and entry points along the way and there are accommodation facilities in the nearby towns and villages.

Where does the Hermannsweg begin and end?

The Hermannsweg officially starts at the Tourist Information in Rheine, the ninth and last stage ends in Horn-Bad Meinberg at the summit Lippischer Verlmerstot. There you can continue hiking seamlessly on the Eggeweg to Marsberg in the Sauerland.

Worth seeing: The Externsteine

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Recommended story The mysterious Externsteine
Teutoburger Wald
Recommended route Hermannshöhen - Etappe 09 vom Hermannsdenkmal über die Externsteine nach Leopoldstal

Theme trails in the Teutoburg Forest

In the Teutoburg Forest, there is a large selection of designated themed trails with different focuses.

Along the trails of the „VitalWanderWelt“, hiking is complemented with little extras for vitality, such as instructions for breathing or yoga exercises. An experience for the senses can be had on the „Path for Enjoyment“. Along the way, various experience stations are set up for hearing, smelling, seeing, feeling and tasting.

On the adventure trails of the „Exquisite Nature“ there are nature areas with rare plants and animals to discover. These „Nature Time Trips“, which are offered in the district of Höxter, focus on the changing landscapes. For those interested in historic buildings, the half-timbered route in Detmold in the Teutoburg Forest is the right circular hiking trail in the Teutoburg Forest.

The Fünf-Bäche-Weg leads through the south of the Paderborner Land and always follows the water.

The Maple Trail runs in a loop of about 100 km through the southern Osnabrücker Land. The stage route through the hilly landscape with forests and fields as well as five lookout points awaits hiking enthusiasts with six daily stages.

Hiking Route · Teutoburger Wald
Nieheimer Kunstpfad
Hiking Route · Teutoburg Forest
Weg für Genießer/Ostschleife - Hermannshöhen Tourentipp 09
Nature Trail · Teutoburger Wald
Erlesene Natur: Zu Besuch im Paradies - Die Weserhänge bei Höxter
Nature Trail · Teutoburger Wald
Erlesene Natur: Auf Tauchgang im Muschelkalkmeer
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Hiking Route · Teutoburger Wald
Fünf-Bäche-Weg
Hiking Route · Osnabrücker Land
Ahornweg-Große Schleife

Delicacies in the midst of nature

Hiking in the Teutoburg Forest means being in the middle of nature. But you can always stop for a bite to eat in a cosy inn or with a quality host nearby.

If you don't know Pickert (similar to Reibekuchen), you should try it here. Many inns and bakeries offer it as a meal for in-between meals. Very savoury.

Ham and pumpernickel rolls are very hearty and should be included in your rucksack as a typical regional hiking snack. If you like, you can try the Steinhäger (a juniper-flavoured spirit) as a nightcap after the hike.

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