Attractions in Hochsauerlandkreis

In good weather, you have in particular from the branch tower a fabulous panoramic view, in bad weather you do not see the hand in front of his eyes, because … read more

Very nice view and considerable rock formations. However, the ascent to the observation point requires some surefootedness and should only be done with suitable footwear.

Great hut that can be used as the start or end point of many a hike in the Waldeck Sauerland. There is a parking lot within walking distance. Delicious schnitzel and wheat beer.

The suspension bridge is almost 40 meters long and up to twelve meters high. It leads over a valley cut below the Saukopf.

Located on the Rothaarsteig, it is used by many hikers and hiking groups, especially on weekends. Very nicely located and well suited for a rest. During the week it is … read more

The Sorpesee dam wall ... a must when you are in the area. A little stop with the opportunity to eat or drink and continue the journey!

At the Lennequelle you can refresh yourself in the summer. The two presented cuboids cleverly hide the drainage pipe from which the spring water comes.

While this area was still a treeless tundra around 10,000 years ago, the forests conquered large parts of the area with the later warming. The flora of the tundra has … read more

The not quite 220 kilometers long Ruhr rises in the Rothaargebirge, about three to four kilometers from the center of Winterberg. Among other things, the long-distance hiking trail Rothaarsteig leads … read more

The path starts directly in Winterberg and you are immediately in another world.

7 - "The crozier"

"AN ALL-TO-BIG POWER STARTS THROUGH YOUR OWN MASS". This quote by Martin Luther adorns the 7.50 m high, formally labile sculpture "The Crook" by Heinrich Brummack. … read more

It is only a small source, which is somehow quite unspectacular. If you think about what begins here at the source of the Ruhr, this unspectacular is the real highlight! … read more

A beautiful landscape, a paved bike path and cycling virtually without gradients make this part of the Ruhrtalradweges very beautiful. Those who dress warmly and catch a few nice days … read more

If the Pläleglegge carries enough water, you can admire a beautiful natural spectacle

Since the Langenberg is predominantly forested, there are very few viewpoints. Unfortunately, there is no view at all from the summit. Still, it's nice to be at the highest point in North Rhine-Westphalia.

The tributary into the Ruhr lies directly under the A445 exit Neheim. Nevertheless, very good to reach over the Ruhrtalradweg or Möhneradweg, with great views of both rivers.

Heath landscape with various sights and viewpoints

I was happy to pay the obolus at the entrance to the stones. The area is clean and in the refuge below the stones you can take a break in … read more

Wonderful view and look into an incredible quarry. In the immediate vicinity there is a hut with restaurants to rest.

Winterberg is known to most as an important winter sports resort in North Rhine-Westphalia and the venue for world cup races in the bobsleigh and luge area, but the town … read more