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Menden (Sauerland)

Hexenteich (Witch Pond), Menden – Bench with a view of Sauerland loop from Menden (Sauerland)

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Germany

North Rhine-Westphalia

Märkischer Kreis

Menden (Sauerland)

Hexenteich (Witch Pond), Menden – Bench with a view of Sauerland loop from Menden (Sauerland)

Moderate

4.7

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Hexenteich (Witch Pond), Menden – Bench with a view of Sauerland loop from Menden (Sauerland)

02:43

9.74km

190m

Hiking

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: August 6, 2026

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Naturpark Sauerland-Rothaargebirge

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91 m

Hexenteich (Witch Pond), Menden

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The name is reminiscent of its dark past: here, in times of witch-hunts, innocent women and men allegedly brought to witchcraft have been drowned. Today, the witch pond is a …

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1.44 km

Bench with a view of Sauerland

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Nice place to relax.

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1.92 km

Log steps and wooden bridges in the Grand Canyon of Lendringsen

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Afternoon round at Menden, wonderful views of the Sauerland. For about 1 km you go through the wild forest Vosswinkel (without admission), if you are lucky, you can see animals. Unfortunately, no refreshments.

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2.10 km

View of Limberg

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Very beautiful nature with a variety of hiking possibilities

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3.80 km

Forest Trail in Naturpark Sauerland-Rothaargebirge

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It's a bit out of the way, but definitely recommended

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4.23 km

Mossy Forest Trail in Naturpark Sauerland-Rothaargebirge

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For adventurers who like to hop across streams 😉

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4.25 km

Wooden Bridge Over Stream in Naturpark Sauerland-Rothaargebirge

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Bridges are for wimps. Take off your shoes and get through them.

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7.25 km

Wooden Bear Sculpture in Naturpark Sauerland-Rothaargebirge

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The beautiful world of nature

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9.74 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.72 km

2.67 km

171 m

149 m

Surfaces

3.59 km

2.99 km

1.53 km

1.30 km

171 m

128 m

Elevation

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Highest point (260 m)

Lowest point (190 m)

Weather

Sunday 23 August

22°C

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Comments

July 7, 2025,Hexenteich – Schöner Weg durch den Wald Runde von Menden (Sauerland)

I had parked at the Witches' Pond, and it turned out I should have driven a little further to the actual route. The route involved a lot of uphill and downhill. I found it beautiful, but also quite strenuous at times.

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November 20, 2021,Hexenteich – Holzstammtreppe Runde von Menden (121)

Today we did one of the "20 most beautiful hikes around Menden". It was a nice, relaxed tour, not having to cope with panting climbs.
Unfortunately, my cell phone refused to take more than the few photos I posted.

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March 16, 2025,Hexenteich – Runde von Menden (Sauerland)

It's been on my agenda for a while, and today, with my cold 🤧 subsiding, I finally got around to it....

Parked in the small parking lot by the Witches' Pond and immediately walked around. A beautifully situated natural pond with many waterfowl, which were also in springtime spirits. Witches 🧙‍♀️🧹, however, didn't fail to make an appearance, although...🙈
Afterwards, …

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April 5, 2024,Hexenteich – Holzstammtreppe Runde von Menden

From the hiking car park I walked along the witches' pond and crossed the road into the forest. First along small paths and then came the first bridge and then I continued along paths. The wooden staircase is well made and has a new railing. The forest paths became wider and I passed a wind turbine. As I continued along …

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January 28, 2024,Hexenteich – Holzstammtreppe Runde von Menden

The path is worth it despite the detours due to tree felling work

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Hexenteich (Witch Pond), Menden – Bench with a view of Sauerland loop from Menden (Sauerland)

Hexenteich (Witch Pond), Menden

Bench with a view of Sauerland

Log steps and wooden bridges in the Grand Canyon of Lendringsen

View of Limberg

Forest Trail in Naturpark Sauerland-Rothaargebirge

Mossy Forest Trail in Naturpark Sauerland-Rothaargebirge

Wooden Bridge Over Stream in Naturpark Sauerland-Rothaargebirge

Wooden Bear Sculpture in Naturpark Sauerland-Rothaargebirge

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