Attractions around Detmold

One of the highlights on the Hermannsweg through the Teutoburg Forest is definitely the imposing Externsteine. They are among the most important natural and cultural monuments in the entire Teutoburg … read more

The Falkenburg lies as a ruin on a strategically favorable hilltop above the Osing Pass, known as "Gauseköte". It was built from 1194. In 1453 a fire severely damaged the … read more

Once you get to the top, you will be rewarded with a fantastic view. You can linger, take a picnic and enjoy the peace and quiet.

You can't get past the Hermann Monument when you hike along the Hermannsweg. It is considered a landmark for the entire Hermannshöhen and the Teutoburg Forest. The monument is intended … read more

The Externsteine are one of the most important sights in the Teutoburg Forest. Several hiking trails meet here and you can relax in peace.

The Eggeturm is really a real highlight up here. The tower invites you to take a break on the Eggeweg - to linger and let your eyes wander.

The images are from 2019 or older. Now in 2022 the valley looks like a disaster landscape. Storm and bark beetle have done a great job. The destruction leaves you … read more

The impressive 40 meter high rock formation is one of the most remarkable natural and cultural monuments in Central Europe. From here there is a particularly beautiful view of the … read more

Great small, meandering forest trails along the Furlbach, sometimes rooted up and down nicely rooted, it can be great walk or go hiking.

The Ems does not spring from a single source. The source area is about 30 square meters. After just a few meters, the Ems is already more than just a trickle

The Donoper pond is a highlight for photographers and photo enthusiasts alike. Nature lovers "color lovers" are also at the right place here.

Arminius, the Cherusker - Hermann in German - was a Germanic general who brought the overwhelming Roman occupying power to its knees at the Varus Battle. The name of the … read more

The Hermann Monument commemorates the victory of the Germans under the leadership of Arminius the Cherusci about the Romans at 9 AD. Due to excavations is now believed that the … read more

Anyone who is first up, no matter which side, enjoys a beautiful path with views and benches.

Due to its use as a military training area in the heart of the Senne, it is not managed and little reshaped, so that this open landscape, which is home … read more

The expression "harrow" is a general Low German term for elongated ridges or ridges; The linguistic counterpart is the "Siepen / Siefen / Seifen" (for the notch valleys accompanying the … read more

The Ems rises from the seepage spring in the Moosheide nature reserve. First a small stream, which later grows into a river. Since I am usually in the Ems-Auen in … read more

The Externsteine ​​are a really impressive place for our area. On forest roads and paved roads, some of which follow the old tram line to the Externsteine, you can get … read more

The European long-distance hiking trail E1 from the North Cape to Capo Passero and the European long-distance cycle path R1 from London via Berlin to Moscow cross here at the … read more

Very idyllic and wonderfully quiet. Plus the blueberry bushes within easy reach. Perfect for a break!