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

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

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.

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

Beautiful, when you approach the porta, great view.

I also prefer to drive the route from Beverungen to Holzminden and back. Nice and flat and great bike paths, no cars.

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.

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 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 memorial consists of Porta sandstone, which was quarried from a tunnel in Wittekindsberg. The last 100 years have left their mark on the Kaiser Wilhelm Monument and extensive restoration … 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

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

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

Waterway Cross MIttellandkanal and Weser

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

Cycling along the Weser has several advantages: No noteworthy heights to overcome. Little traffic and few intersections. If the whole is still garnished by beautiful landscapes and absolutely worth seeing … read more

Weser loop

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

The bridge between Wehrden and Mainbrexen is almost a hundred years old and is now showing extensive damage.