Hermannshöhen - Etappe 04 von Bad Iburg nach Dissen

Medium

16,3 km

5:30 h

439 m

300 m

264 m

112 m

Long-distance hiking trail

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Startpoint

Bad Iburg, Tourist-Info

Destinationpoint

Steinegge observation tower (or Dissen-Bad Rothenfelde, railroad station)

This sporty stage from the castle of the Kneipp spa town of Bad Iburg to Dissen am Teutoburger Wald leads through a wonderfully wooded section of the Teutoburg Forest and offers a charming view of the sometimes steep slopes of the low mountain range, especially in spring and autumn. The route climbs quite steeply three times before you reach the viewing tower on the Steinegge near Dissen. There you can enjoy a fantastic panoramic view of the Teutoburg Forest.

The stage at a glance:

1.            Short stage route
The stage begins at the historic castle in Bad Iburg and ends at the viewing tower on the Steinegge near Dissen. The route heads east along the Hermannsweg. This section is particularly attractive in the first half of the year: In March/April, the early-flowering larkspur can be seen along the edge of the path, allowing you to revel in a sea of flowers. You can then enjoy the fresh green of young beech trees on the Freeden near Bad Iburg. After a short, steep climb, the ridge path runs above the town of Hilter. A bridge takes you over the A33 before you reach wooded areas again. There is one last descent and ascent before you reach your destination. You can reach the town center of Dissen and the Dissen/Bad Rothenfelde train station via the Dissen access path.

Tip: If you have the time and inclination, you should definitely plan a visit to the treetop walk before the start. The treetop walk offers over 30 adventure and learning stations and an impressive viewing platform over the Teutoburg Forest.

Break tip: After a short hike, you will reach the first beautiful rest and viewing point shortly after the Freedenhütte waypoint.

2.            Length of the stage in kilometers / altitude difference / route character
The stage is 16 kilometers long in total and has an altitude difference of around 500 metres. Evenly distributed over the stage, the route climbs quite steeply 3 times. The route is challenging due to the steep climbs and leads through wooded sections.

3.            Scenic features
Along the stage, wooded sections alternate with steep slopes and gentle hills. The route along the edge of the forest offers wonderful views of the valley to the south.

Highlights on the route

The historic Iburg in Bad Iburg is one of the town's most important sights. It was built in the 11th century on the ruins of an old castle and is still the town's landmark today. The castle complex, which is situated on a mountain spur, once served as a bishop's seat and the magnificent 17th-century knights' hall has been preserved to this day. The castle offers impressive views of the surrounding area and is located in the middle of the pretty old town of Bad Iburg.
The Noller Schlucht is a natural rocky gorge. The path through the gorge is accessible as a hiking trail and offers beautiful views.

The lookout tower on the Steinegge near Dissen offers a panoramic view of the Teutoburg Forest. The tower is 61 meters high and has a viewing platform at a height of 25 meters.

A good alternative interactive tour map of the stage can be found here:

Map

Hermannshöhen - Etappe 04 von Bad Iburg nach Dissen

49186 Bad Iburg

Route

Ansprechpartner:

Ms. Ina Bohlken

Details

Directions

The Hermannsweg is marked with an "H" throughout. To descend to Dissen, hike from Noller Schlucht in the direction of Dissen/Bad Rothenfelde station. The access route will be newly marked in 2023, so there is currently no online version available.

If you want/need to descend in between, please use the Hilter access route.

We recommend the following quality establishment in Hermannshöhen:

- Bad Iburg:
HOTEL IM PARK, Tel. 05403 788380, www.hotelimpark.de
- Dissen:
Hotel im Eventhaus Schamin, Tel , 0176-62240435, www.eventhaus-schamin.de

0176 . 62 24 04 35

Safety Guidelines

You often walk directly on the bedrock. Caution is advised in wet or frosty conditions!

Equipent

There are hardly any refreshment stops, so please take sufficient provisions with you. Hiking boots are highly recommended due to the surface!

Tip

Hike this section in spring or fall, when the beech forest on the limestone is at its botanical best!

Getting There

A 30, exit Osnabrück-Nahne/Bad Iburg, continue on the B 51 to Bad Iburg.

Parking

Parking at the starting point:

Parking lot at the Schlossmühle
Charlottenburger Ring 46, 49186 Bad Iburg

directly along the way

Bus stop Bad Iburg, Rathaus

465 Osnabrück-Bad Iburg-Glandorf

466 Osnabrück-Hilter-Dissen-Bad Iburg

Schedule information

Parking lot Rathaus Bad Iburg

Arkadenstraße 5, 49186 Bad Iburg

directly on the way

Bus stop Bad Iburg, Rathaus

465 Osnabrück-Bad Iburg-Glandorf

466 Osnabrück-Hilter-Dissen-Bad Iburg

Timetable information

Hiking parking lots with local transport connections en route:

Wanderparkplatz zum Freeden

Zum Freden 50, 49186 Bad Iburg

directly on the way

Bus stop Bad Iburg, Rathaus

465 Osnabrück-Bad Iburg-Glandorf

466 Osnabrück-Hilter-Dissen-Bad Iburg

Fahrplanauskunft

Parking lot Hankenberge

Entrance opposite Eppendorfer Weg 1, 49176 Hilter aTW

approx. 650 m

Bus stop Hankenberge Ellerweg

466/467 Osnabrück-Bad Iburg-Hilter-Dissen

Schedule information

Wanderparkplatz Noller Schlucht

Rechenbergstraße 100, 49201 Dissen aTW

direkt am Weg

Bus stop Nolle, Noller Schlucht

309 Bad Rothenfelde - Dissen - Nolle - Melle

419 Dissen - Nolle

Timetable information

Public Transit

Detailed information for your journey by public transport can be found 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