The mining trail is very informative and also scenically beautiful. It's worth going to. There are overview maps in the museum. It can be divided into four sections and then shortened accordingly.

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Rüdiger M

November 12, 2024

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A mining trail is an educational trail that usually deals with the mining history of a district, a region or a mine. Mining trails can be found in many former mining regions in Germany.

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Andrea unterwegs 📷🍃🎒🥾

June 16, 2025

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The trail combines nature with mining history. Sturdy footwear, food, and a good level of fitness are required. Parking is free at the Mining Museum hiking car park.

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Elevation 410 m

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Location: Bestwig, Hochsauerlandkreis, Arnsberg District, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

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