Hard hike. Very 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 3, 2026

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Natur- und Geopark TERRA.vita

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3.76 km

Forest Trail in Natur- und Geopark TERRA.vita

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On this path through the Teutoburg Forest between Venne and Enger you walk under a green canopy in summer and under a colorful canopy in autumn. The forest is still …

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4.15 km

Venner Berg water-treading facility

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Venner Berg Water Treading Facility: A small Kneipp pool with a nearby parking lot. From here, you can enjoy a wonderful hike through the forest to the Venner Observation Tower.

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8.43 km

Alt Barenaue Moated Castle

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Beautiful, ancient castle. A great destination for photo enthusiasts (and all nature lovers).

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10.3 km

Mittelland Canal

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Perhaps quite important for us cyclists: The path towards Bad Essen (on the right) is much worse than on the other side of the canal.

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10.5 km

Bench with a view of the Mittelland Canal

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Sit relaxed by the canal, watch the ships and ducks.

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11.2 km

Neu Barenaue Castle

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Hidden away but still worth a visit is Neu Barenaue Castle. With its vast, natural garden, it is still owned by the Von Bar family.

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14.9 km

Viewpoint

16.3 km

Schmittenhöhe Summit Cross (Kalkriese Hill)

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Surprise at the summit cross, I would probably call it a hill cross. In the little box on the cross is the "Gipfelbuch", in which everyone can write their names. …

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18.4 km

Venner Berg Observation Tower

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Nice view up there and if it rains spontaneously, you can shelter in the hut.

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21.4 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.80 km

6.30 km

6.11 km

1.17 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

6.72 km

5.92 km

3.70 km

3.02 km

1.73 km

324 m

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Friday 3 April

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27 %

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