Rothaarsteig from Rhein-Weser-Turm to Ginsberger Heide

The 24-meter-high Rhein-Weser-Turm is the starting point for the Rothaarsteig stage. From the observation platform, you enjoy a panoramic view of Sauerland and Siegerland. Passing the wildlife park Panorama Park Sauerland, the route descends into the Schwarzbachtal nature reserve. On a nature trail in Schwarzbachtal, you gain insights into life in and around the stream. Through the Haberg nature reserve, the route ascends to the Heinsberger high heath with a rich juniper population. In summer, you can find blueberries along the way and admire the pink-white blooming heath.

At Dreiherrnstein, the former state borders of Nassau, Westphalia, and Kurköln met. Over the Oberndorfer Höhe, it is not far to the Ferndorf spring, a 24-kilometer-long tributary of the Sieg. A few kilometers further, and the goal of the stage, the Ginsberger Heide, is reached.