Mit Ausdauer durch Wald und Geschichte - Wanderweg 2

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8.81 km long
round trip
Difficulty: medium
condition: medium
Hiking trail
Hiking
  • 02:30 h
  • 192 m
  • 193 m
  • 8.81 km
  • Start: Hiking parking lot Obernberg
  • Destination: Hiking parking lot Obernberg

Highlights of the hiking trail

  • Shady beech and deciduous forest
  • Border meeting point between Lipperland and Herford district
  • Comfortable 9 km round trip through forest, along streams and boundary stones
  • Bat occurrence in the Salzufl city forest
  • Natural paths in the Herford and Salzufl city forest
 

Hiking experience between two mountains

One part of the hiking trail leads along the south-western foothills of the Obernberg on forest and woodland paths. We walk along historic country weirs and enjoy views of fields, meadows and into the distance.

The leisurely 9 km circular tour starts at the Obernberg hiking parking lot in the direction of Herford. Along the way, you will come across historic country weirs. They were used to mark a town boundary and as protection against unwanted guests.

Unforgettable views at Restaurant Steinmeyer

After crossing the Ellersiekerbach, we turn right towards Stuckenberg. On the hiking trail, we pass the Restaurant Steinmeyer on Wüstener Weg. The outdoor terrace invites you to take a break and enjoy some refreshments.

After the break, we take a left turn past the Stuckenberg and soon see the Bismarck Tower in front of us.

The Herford Bismarck Tower was inaugurated in 1906 after a planning and construction phase of around two years. From the viewing platform at a height of around 23 m, we can enjoy fantastic views in all directions.

Historical boundary stones between Lippe and Herford

After around 900 m, we reach the Hotel and Restaurant Waldesrand. We walk slightly downhill towards the highway and can easily cross it via a foot and cycle bridge. Now we are back in the Salzufler Stadtforst. This is also criss-crossed by border stones along the former border between the Lippe region and the county of Ravensberg and Prussia.

Animals feel at home in the Salzufler Stadtforst

Near the Schwaghof site, we enter a remarkable area that is worth protecting. The forest area is home to numerous rare bat species, great spotted and black woodpeckers and stock doves.

The hiking trail leads us along the Schwaghof ponds back to the hiking parking lot at Obernberg. The Schwaghofteiche area is being renaturalized. In the past, these ponds were used for water supply and later as fire-fighting ponds.
For relaxation after the hike, a visit to the VitaSol thermal baths or the varied cuisine in Bad Salzuflen.
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Good to know

Best to visit

suitable
Depends on weather

Tour information

  • Good Connection to public Transport

  • Loop Road

  • Stop at an Inn

Equipment

Good, sturdy hiking boots are an advantage on the hiking tour. Think of drinks and snacks for on the way;

Directions & Parking facilities

A2/E34 - Exit 31/ Vlotho-Exter, continue in the direction of Bad Salzuflen, follow the road in the direction of "Kurgebiet Obernberg".
Parking options am Obernberg
For those starting from the side: a few parking options on the golf course grounds at Schwaghof,  or at the Hotel-Restaurant Waldesrand, or also at Waldrestaurant Steinmeier

All information about parking options in and around Bad Salzuflen can be found on our municipal website.

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Travel comfortably by public transport and use the quiet electric buses of Stadtwerke Bad Salzuflen

For the hiking tour, we recommend taking line 942, stop Haus Bergfrieden; alternatively, for side entry, take line 941, stop Schubertstraße. 

Author

Kerstin Paar

Organization

Tourist-Information
Parkstr. 20
32105 Bad Salzuflen

Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author

Before and after the hiking tour, the landscape garden and the spa park are within easy reach. Take one of the relaxation loungers and reflect on your hiking tour  
For culinary refreshments and a break, beer gardens, cafés and bistros in the immediate vicinity of the Kurparksee lake or the historic old town are tempting  

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Safety guidelines

Take a look at the weather forecast before your hike to make sure you have the right clothing with you;

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Tourist-Information
Parkstraße 20
32105 Bad Salzuflen