Hermannshöhen - Etappe 02 von Hörstel nach Tecklenburg

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20.35 km long
Difficulty: medium
condition: medium
Great panorama
Hiking
  • 06:00 h
  • 359 m
  • 235 m
  • 45 m
  • 181 m
  • 136 m
  • 20.35 km
  • Start: Hörstel station
  • Destination: Tecklenburg, market square
This hiking stage of the Hermannshöhen leads through a romantic section of the Teutoburg Forest and impresses with the bizarre sandstone formations of the Dörenther Klippen. Near Hörstel, the mountain ridge rises from the flat Münsterland and, after crossing the Mittelland Canal at the Nassen Dreieck, leads through quiet sections of forest.

The stage at a glance:
1.            Start and finish point of the stage
The stage begins in Hörstel on the western edge of the Teutoburg Forest and ends in Tecklenburg, Germany's northernmost mountain town, which is characterized by small alleys with lots of half-timbered houses.
 
2.            Length of the stage in kilometers / altitude difference / route character
The stage is 20 kilometers long and has an altitude difference of around 300 meters. The trail is varied and leads through quiet sections of forest, over steep rock faces and along the "Dörenther Klippen" sandstone formations.
 
3.            Scenic features
The stage leads for long stretches through the Teutoburg Forest and offers spectacular views of the "Wet Triangle", the confluence of the Ems and Mittelland Canal, and the vast lowlands of the Münsterland. Sandstone is an integral part of the route and is particularly impressive in the sections up to Brochterbeck, where there are also some steep rock faces. From the picturesque village of Brochterbeck, the route crosses an old cultural landscape, whose silent witnesses in the form of old farmland, hedgerows and dry stone walls can be found along the way. On the parallel Witches' Trail, you may even encounter one of the mystical creatures from the town's eventful history.
 
Tip: The steep rock faces up to Brochterbeck also offer climbing courses for particularly sporty hikers.
 
Highlights on the route
  • The viewing platform "Schöne Aussicht" is a popular attraction in Hörstel, offering spectacular views of the surrounding area. The audio station by Anna & Hermann tells a touching story about the creation of the viewing platform and invites you to find out more about the region.
  • The Dörenther Klippen near Ibbenbüren are a unique geological phenomenon and are characterized by their bizarre sandstone formations. They are a striking rock formation created by erosion and the effects of weathering. The Hockende Weib is particularly well-known.
  • The viewing platform at the Almhütte offers a breathtaking panoramic view of the Münsterland region. You can take a relaxing break here and enjoy nature.
  • The romantic timbered town of Tecklenburg is a popular excursion destination and attracts visitors with its lovingly renovated half-timbered houses and the largest open-air stage in Germany.

Waypoints

Start
Hörstel station
Destination
Tecklenburg, market square

Good to know

Best to visit

suitable
Depends on weather

Directions

The Hermannsweg is marked with an "H" throughout and in both directions. From Hörstel train station, take the access path to reach the official route of the Hermannsweg.

If you want to end your hike early in Ibbenbüren, please take the designated Access path down to the town.



You will find the following quality Hermannshöhen establishments on this stage:


- Hörstel OT Riesenbeck: Hotel Riesenbeck, tel. 05454-3969895, www.hotel-riesenbeck.de


- Tecklenburg-Brochterbeck: Ringhotel Teutoburger Wald, Tel: 05455 93000, www.ringhotel-teutoburger-wald.de

Tour information

  • Cultural Interesting

  • Familiy-Friendly

  • Good Connection to public Transport

  • Premium Trail "Wanderbares Deutschland"

  • Stop at an Inn

  • Tour with Dog

Equipment

Binoculars, camera, food and drink

Directions & Parking facilities

A 30, Hörstel exit, Bahnhofstraße Hörstel
Parking at the starting point:


Parking lot at Huckberg

Huckbergstraße 16, 48477 Hörstel

 approx. 50 m to the trail

Bus stop Abzweig Elseckweg

Rufbus T60 Hörstel - Bevergern

Tel 0251-14480444 Register. 30 min. before departure



Wanderparkplatz am Nassen Dreieck
Am Steinbruch 61A, 48477 Hörstel (300m before)

directly on the way

Bus stop not available!


Parking spaces with public transport connection along the path:


Parking space at Teutohang

Am Teutohang 110, 48477 Hörstel

approx. 150 meters to the path

Bus stop Riesenbeck, Mitte

Rufbus T60 Hörstel - Bevergern

Tel 0251-14480444 Sign up. 30 min. before departure


 

Parking lot Dörenther Klippen

Münsterstraße 420, 49479 Ibbenbüren

approx. 100 m to the route

Bus stop Dörenther Berg

S50 Busbahnhof Ibbenbüren - Münster

R63 Busbahnhof Ibbenbüren - Bevergern


Fahrplanauskunft


Wanderparkplatz im Bocketal

Im Bocketal 2, 49545 Tecklenburg

direkt am Weg

Bus stop Brochterbeck Bahnhof

R45 Ibbenbüren-Brochterbeck-Tecklenburg-Lengerich

Fahrplanauskunft


Parkplatz Münsterlandblick

Am Weingarten 25, 49545 Tecklenburg

direkt am Weg

Bushaltestelle Tecklenburg Stadt

R45 Ibbenbüren-Brochterbeck-Tecklenburg-Lengerich

Schedule information
You can find detailed information for your journey by public transport here.
 
The smart number for bus and train in NRW:
Electronic timetable information: 08006 - 50 40 30 (free of charge)
OWL Verkehr GmbH: 05231/977 681
 
Bus timetable information online: westfalentarif.de

Additional information

Contact person

Ms. Ina Bohlken

Author

Ina Bohlken

Organization

Projektbüro Hermannshöhen

Safety guidelines

The sandstone cliffs of the Dörenther Klippen must not be climbed. The path around them is easy to follow.

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Hermannshöhen - Etappe 02 von Hörstel nach Tecklenburg
48477 Hörstel