Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: February 16, 2026

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Naturpark Sauerland-Rothaargebirge

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1.39 km

View of Schnellenberg Castle

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OFTEN PRAISED AS THE MOST BEAUTIFUL CASTLE
The history of Schnellenberg Castle in the Sauerland was first mentioned in 1222.

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1.63 km

View of the Bigge River

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The sheep bridge offers a great view of the Bigge

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1.65 km

Rest Area at Schafsbrücke

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With a view of the Bigge

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1.67 km

Sheep Bridge over the Bigge River

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Beautiful bridge over the Bigge with mostly crystal clear water. Tip: behind the bridge on the right (castle side) the paved road continues after 6-700 meters a beautiful waterfall

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2.94 km

Schnellenberg Castle

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The castle cannot be visited from the inside. There is a restaurant with a small beer garden in the forecourt of the castle. This is freely accessible. From there you …

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6.06 km

The Sheep Bridge, formerly also called the Wobbly Bridge, connects Attendorn to Schnellenberg Castle and also provides access to the hiking trails into the Repetal valley. There are benches for resting both before and after the bridge.

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6.58 km

View of Burg Schellenberg

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7.67 km

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Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.32 km

1.94 km

1.02 km

398 m

Surfaces

2.88 km

2.14 km

1.77 km

332 m

307 m

252 m

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Lowest point (250 m)

Weather

Monday 9 March

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3°C

41 %

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View of the Bigge River – Schnellenberg Castle loop from Attendorn

View of Schnellenberg Castle

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