Attractions in Detmold District

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

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

The Falkenburg is a ruin on a strategically favorable hilltop above the "Gauseköte" called Osing Pass. It was built from 1194. In 1453 a fire severely damaged the castle and … read more

A good place for a short rest with a great view of the two rivers that meet here. Seating is available.

The over 100 hectare reservoir is the local recreation area par excellence. Numerous sunbathing lawns and a bathing beach on the northern shore make the lake a popular bathing water. … read more

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 Schloss Neuhaus is not only a good spot for a landscape photo, but also hosts many open-air events and cultural events. About festival lights with fireworks, concerts or even … read more

In warm weather it is worth taking a detour to Godelheimer See, where you can swim for free, there is a sandy beach and a playground for large and small … read more

The monument consists of Porta sandstone, which was mined from a tunnel in Wittekindsberg. The last 100 years have not left their mark on the Kaiser Wilhelm Monument and an … read more

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 left side of the Weser between Minden and Petershagen is fantastic. Good surfacing and a constant view of the Weser. Every now and then a barge comes by.

Wonderful along the Weser cycle path, always with a view of the Porta Westfalica.

The hiking trail runs right next to the Silberbach. The nice thing about this brook is that it still paves its way naturally and cannot be overheard. This gives you a great background noise during the hike.

The Bismarck Tower on the Nonnenstein is not a 'real' tower at all, but a 'Bismarck Fire Column' and is part of the monumental cult after Bismarck's death. Between 1869 … read more

... an absolute highlight ... whether it's a bike tour or a day trip ... you should definitely visit the lock !!! 👍

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

Great scenery, easy to drive, almost no traffic - just great!

The Weser Cycle Path begins at the confluence of the Werra and Fulda near Hann. Münden and follows the … read more

The Lippesee, officially dam Sander-Lippe, near Sande, a district of Paderborn in North Rhine-Westphalia, is a reservoir of the Lippe tributary Thune in close proximity to the Lippe.
The weir … read more

An absolute "Place to be" for every nature lover is the Steinhorster Becken. The biotope is the largest man-made of its kind in North Rhine-Westphalia and offers countless animals a … read more

The Lippesee is a recreational area, where there are a variety of water sports and recreational opportunities such as sailing, surfing, paddle boating and fishing. On the north shore there … read more