Germany
North Rhine-Westphalia
Arnsberg District
Hochsauerlandkreis
Brilon
View from Ginsterkopf
Germany
North Rhine-Westphalia
Arnsberg District
Hochsauerlandkreis
Brilon
View from Ginsterkopf
Hiking Highlight
Recommended by 792 out of 815 hikers
This Highlight is in a protected area
Please check local regulations for: Naturpark Sauerland-Rothaargebirge
Routes leading to this Highlight may be dangerous
Routes may comprise technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.
Location: Brilon, Hochsauerlandkreis, Arnsberg District, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
At 663 meters high, the Gorse Head lies on the Rhine-Weser watershed, which continues over Habberg to the north. The Elleringhäuser Tunnel of the Upper Ruhr Valley Railway runs through the Rothaar Mountains between Habberg and Ginsterkopf.
July 6, 2017
Steep increase but for the view you will be rewarded. There are also benches for resting.
October 14, 2018
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