Winterberg
Winterberg focuses all year round on outdoor sports - whether it's winter sports, nordic walking, mountain biking, water skiing or adventure mountain hoods. When it comes to the variety of offers for sporty outdoor activities, Winterberg is number 1 in Germany. Archrival Willingen is better positioned when it comes to hiking areas, family offers for small children, events, entertainment and swimming opportunities.The Sauerland guest benefits from this rivalry with an optimally complementary offer in the form of an excellent tourist infrastructure in the Hochsauerland region, because nowhere in the low mountain ranges is the diversity and quality of tourist facilities as concentrated as in Winterberg and Willingen. It is no coincidence that they are by far the two top destinations of all low mountain ranges, each with more than 1.2 million overnight stays. Which place the guest ultimately prefers is a matter of taste. Because of the immediate vicinity of celestial only 12 km, you will eventually get the full program.
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Winterberg - A name says it all
Winterberg is a air and winter sports resort and the most famous holiday spot in the Sauerland.
The name says it all, because Winterberg is the most visited resort north of the Alps and is especially popular with Dutch people who have many second houses here. As a result, Winterberg becomes humorous 'St. Moritz de Nederlanders'.
Although about 50% of holiday guests still come in winter, the Winterberg holiday world also in the other seasons to offer much.
Winterberg is the center of the Westphalian Hochsauerland. The neighbouring cities adjacent to Winterberg are Willingen in the Upland (Hessisch Sauerland), the beautiful Schmallenberger Sauerland, Hennesee region (Bestwig/Meschede) and spa resort Olsberg
Winter sports & Skien
Winterberg is internationally known for its bobsled track, where regular world championships and world cup races are held.The winter sports facilities stretch out mainly in the triangle Winterberg, Alt- and Neuastenberg. There are three attractive ski resorts with 40 km ski slopes, 35 lifts, including 17 modern chairlifts. Another landmark of Winterberg after the Kale Branches is the St. Georg ski jump (K90 skischans) on the Herrloh.
The Skiliftcarousel Winterberg is the technically most modern ski resort in Germany. It offers slopes of all levels of difficulty - especially because of the numerous shallow slopes and the many removable chair lifts, many ski instructors call it the best beginners ski resort ever.
The DSV Nordic Active Center with more than 130 km of continuous high-rise trails extends to Schmallenberg-Westfeld.
Mostly Dutch celebrate exuberant après-ski the whole winter season.
Winterberg is the heart of the Winter sports arena Sauerland, the largest winter sports area north of the Alps. You can find details Find HERE.
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Kale Branches (Kahler Asten)
The landmark of Winterberg is the "Kale branches" (841m), one of the most famous mountains in Germany and one of the most popular excursion destinations in North Rhine-Westphalia with a round hiking trail, heathlands and spring of Lenne. It is also called the "roof of Westphalia." You can drive to the top of Hotel Astenhaus.It is the most famous mountain in the Sauerland - but not the highest peak. Langenberg and then the Hoppernkopf (both near Willingen) are slightly less than 2 m higher - but both are not spectacular because the view is missing. All the beautiful views in the Sauerland see HERE.
The microclimate around the Kahler Asten provides above average rainfall in winter and thus lots of snow. Winterberg is therefore also an Olympic training base for bobsleds, tobogganing, ski jumping, Nordic combined, cross-country skiing and biathlon.
All information about sights in the Sauerland HERE
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Walking on the Winterberger Hochtour
Walking in Winterberg! After the Uplandsteig in Willingen is the Winterberger Hochtour another popular round hiking trail for holidaymakers, especially in Winterberg. Book an apartment in one of the two most visited holiday destinations in the Sauerland and walk through the individual daily stages.The 82 km long Winterberger Hochtour is a walking path of certified quality. It begins and ends at Kale branches and connects the Winterberg districts. The Winterberger high tour takes you across the highest mountains of the Westphalian part of the Hochsauerland, crosses eight valley areas and offers numerous sights from nature & culture. The hiking trail is divided into 10 stages.
Route information Winterberger Hochtour
Detailed information can be obtained from the VVV Winterberg and the Tourist office Sauerland.
You may: HERE Tourist Information Addresses and find a homepage link
But also the hiking trails Redhead's trail and Sauerland altitude flight lead many kilometers through Winterberg and its forests, heights and villages.
More info about walking in the Sauerland HERE
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Ruhr source
About two kilometers from the gates of Winterberg one of the most famous rivers in Germany - the Ruhr - is named after the Ruhr region, the largest industrial area in Europe.The Ruhr comes from the Ruhrkopf, a 696 meter high mountain, in a small piece of forest protected. The Ruhr river is 219 km long from its source to its mouth in Duisburg. The Ruhrkopf also forms the water boundary of the Wal/Rhine-Weser, because the currents that run on the south side of the Ruhrkopf in the Orke and later flow into Eder, Fulda and Weser.
Below the source is a memorial stone and a rondel - about 200m further there is a nature information centre in a wooden hut network on walkways over the young Ruhr. Ruhr valley, which continues to form, creates a pearl necklace of famous Sauerland cities: Winterberg, Olsberg, Bestwig, Meschede, Arnsberg, Neheim-Hüsten en Menden/Fröndenberg.
The source of the Ruhr can be reached via the L740, which branch from the B480 Olsberg-Winterberg towards Medebach. Hiking parking is about 200m from the source Ruhr.
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Winterberg - City
The actual town of Winterberg is situated on a plateau at 688m above sea level. The tourist facilities are spread over the approximately 3-4 km long place.
Winterberg has a total of about 13,000 inhabitants, of which about 4,300 live in the city itself. One of the reasons why 2/3 of the local population lives in the villages is the fact that many houses are used in the core city as holiday homes/hostels - living space is therefore scarce.
Sports and leisure attractions and ski resorts are located on the western edge, while Oversum, Kuurpark and Helle Valley lie on the eastern edge. The Centre has an attractive promenade with shops, pubs and cafés around the market square. From here, the main shopping street "Am Waltenberg" runs towards the ski resorts, the settlement on the Kiefernweg, Erlebnisberg Kappe, the Kale branches and the districts Altastenberg and Neuastenberg.
Winterberg offers all year round sportive recreational activities: summer toboggan run, high rope trail, Germany's largest mountain bike park, golf course, indoor pool, Spa park.
More information in the Winterberg tourist information (a)Dress/Contact See HERE).
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Winterberg - districts
The 14 districts of Winterberg between 450 and 780m above sea level have typical Sauerland flair and have independent tourist focus:Niedersfeld (swimming lake, water skiing, kart track, heather Neuer Hagen), Alt- en Neuastenberg, Langewiese (skiing areas, hiking and winter hiking, cross-country skiing, mountain biking). The neighbourhood Lennestations on the southern slope of the Kale branches is close to nature and is great for hikers. Siedlinghausen and Silbach represent the typical flair of the Sauerland village with a railway connection (!) In the beautiful Negro valley. The most beautiful area in the young Orketal is the spa Elkeringhausen, specializing in health and relaxation (spatial park, salt cave, vital health village, wellness).
Winterberg holidaymakers should therefore choose their neighbourhoods and districts based on their favorite holiday interests, because "the best location" does not exist in Winterberg.
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Our restaurant & gastronomy tips in Winterberg
Here we give you our personal favorite restaurant spots in Winterberg Our experience is that places that are a little out of the way are often of better quality than those in the often crowded center. For more information CLIK on the name!Agriculture - probably the best restaurant in Winterberg - informal but powerful - is located in the Neuastenberg district. "Fris - brutal - surprising and querbet" is the motto of the cuisine with a small but fine and constantly changing menu. Superior cuisine level with exclusively regional and modern dishes.
The Brasserie Berglenne is a secret tip and top restaurant, which overlooks many visitors of Winterberg because it is located in the Lennewiesen district under the Kahler Astens. Therefore, the house, run by a Dutch team, is mainly visited by guests from NL. Atmosphere and cuisine are first class.
The barrier - there is also a top restaurant on the outskirts of Siedlinghausen. The house has been awarded several times as "Restaurant of the year NRW" and offers high-quality regional cuisine. Stylish but casual atmosphere with in summer a beautiful beer garden.
Da Salvatore is a noble Italian in the newly built train station of Winterberger with a terrace. More than a pizzaria - creatively served Italian cuisine with homemade pasta and delicious antipasti. [NB]
With Pannekoekenhuis says the name already. Delicious cheap pancakes of all kinds, sweet and savoury. A typical craftsmanship / slate house from Sauerland with terrace located on Waltenberg next to Hotel de Brabander.
In the Restaurant Athens are Greek specialities in the center of Winterberg - also for dining outdoors. Nice grilled meat and dishes are very well prepared. Very popular restaurant with top reviews on Tripadvisor and Google.
The Gasthof zur Post in Neuastenberg is a rustic restaurant with a long tradition - right on the ski area Postwiese. Good rustic, homemade dishes with some own specialities.
Nudelhaus Winterberg - everything revolves around the noodles - whether Mediterranean, rustic, vegan, fish, meat or steak. Very popular and delicious address in a side street in the center of Winterberg - both inside and outside.
Blackwater Irish-Pub - one of the most popular evening locations in the center of Winterberg. Here it is cozy and sturdy with lots of Guinness and Whisky. If you want to combine evening fun with dining, this is the place for you. The kitchen is rustic with an Irish touch - from fish & chips to hamburgers to steak from a fire grill.
Kaffeehaus Winterberg - the top address for coffee and cake in the middle of the center. Stylish house with gallery and artistic touch. First class homemade cake. Everything here is just right for a café afternoon.
Clubhouse at the golf course - as in many places, the gastronomy of the Winterberger Golf Club is a highly recommended address - the dishes cost a few euros more. Homemade kitchen with its own touch. In the afternoon there are all kinds of waffles and breakfast on Sunday with an extensive buffet is popular. The golf club is secluded - always follow the signs to Landal-Ferienpark.
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Adventureenberg Kappe in Winterberg
The cap is the sportive adventure mountain in Winterberg. Almost the entire leisure fun of the famous resort is concentrated here. Here you and your offspring find everything that is expected of a eventful and actionful day.Panorama Adventure Bridge
435 m long with a fantastic panoramic view of Winterberg and the Hochsauerland. From a bird's eye perspective, you can see the bicycle park, the bobsled track and the summer toboggan run and there are 5 fun elements for climbing and hanging up on the bridge for children.
Nature walk
After the panorama bridge there is a 700m long hiking trail with 14 "join in" stations, where you can get closer to nature and local fauna.
Summer toboggan run
600m down the mountain, the speed is up to you. There is also an adventure area with a trampoline and electric prams.
Fly-Line
The silent hanging slide is 1000m long and leads you under a steel tube that hangs through the forest through nature. The speed of 12 km/h is relaxed - an adventure for the whole family. Then the 6-person chair lift brings you back up the mountain.
Climbing forest
There are five different courses of all levels of difficulty with 65 stations at 1-11m altitude, as well as a training and safe children's course at 1m height, for children up to 7 years.
Bike Park
Presumably Europe's largest mountain bike park with a route of 10 km, for beginners and advanced riders. Transport for cyclists and bikes takes place with a 6-person chairlift and a 4-person chairlift.
Ski Resort Kappe
It is part of the Winterberg ski lift carousel with a 500m long black slalom slope, one of the most popular slopes north of the Main among experts. There is also a red and blue slope.
Bobsleebaan - guided tours
Visit the Veltins-Arena World Ice Channel Championship. Guided tours from April to early November. 3 times a week, meeting point at the summer toboggan run counter.
Segway tours
With the guidance of a guide, you will learn Winterberg and its sports facilities and attractions in a special way. Registration required.
Cap Express
The "Bimmelbaan" shuttles daily from 9:30 to 5:45 pm as a tour through Winterberg from the market square to the Adventureenberg Kappe.
Panorama café lounge terrace
Open all year round, warm kitchen with 100 seats inside and on the beautiful panoramic terrace.
Tip: video at the bottom of this page! Erlebnisberg Cap 59599 Winterberg Tel. +49 2981 9296433 Email: info@erlebnisbergkappe.de www.erlebnisbergkappe.de
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ASTENKICK - the MegaZippline
The thrill of the Kale Branches in every seasonThere's pure adrenaline here! Fly alone or side by side with more than 70 km / you on the double slide into the valley - this is the new leisure in the Sauerland, both in summer and winter. ASTENKICK is Europe's second longest megazippline; a unique high intoxication of more than 1,000 meters long by the forested nature. In winter you zip over the heads of the skiers.
Climb to the starter tower - look down - hear your heart drumming - and FLY! Feel the wind in your face; scream, smile or scream - feel pure happiness all over your body. An incomparable experience!
Info: The Astenkick is possible in abdominal position and sitting flight. Children must be at least 12 years old and weigh 40 kg. The clothing must be casual and comfortable and adapted to the season. A fixed reservation of flight time is not yet necessary - bring only half an hour with you. However, the success of the HArzdrenalin shows that the Astenkick will soon be so popular that you have to reserve your flight time in advance, just like in the Harz Mountains. It is best to call Astenkick in advance to see if you can come by spontaneously.
Tip: video at the bottom of this page!
The ASTENKICk has been active since August 2018 and is open all year round.
April-September 10-18 hrs; October - March 10.00 - 17.00 hrs; Monday closed Astenkick GmbH Astenstrasse 75
59955 Winterberg-Altastenberg Tel. +49 2981-9199158 Info(at)astenkick.de www.astenkick.de
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Waterskiing & wakeboarding at Hillebachsee in Niedersfeld
Water skiing and wakeboard system with beginner lift- Waterskiing & wakeboard for everyone, modern, active and family friendly
- Daily from 10:00 a.m. beginner's courses (pre-subscribe not required) and advanced courses
- Large cable car with various functions (jumps, sliders, etc.) and a beginner lift.
Water skiing and especially wakeboarding has become increasingly popular among young people in recent years. It's easier to learn than you'd think. After 2 hours, many of them have already mastered it - and in the worst case, you end up in the water.
The main guide to the instruction is:: Keep squatting and keep your arms stretched - then you can start enjoying the water!
For spectators and "après-ski" there is one bistro with terrace and panoramic lake view. In addition, it has more of a swimming area with lawn and beach.
Wake & Water Winterberg
Grönebacher Str. 100
59955 Winterberg - Niedersfeld
Telephone +49 2985/1000
info@wakeandwaterwinterberg.de www.wakeandwaterwinterberg.de All recreational lakes in the Sauerland HERE!
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Adventure-Golf Winterberg
The modern form of mini golf is becoming increasingly popular and facilities are becoming more creative.In 2020, a great new generation facility was opened in Winterberg-Hildfeld on the old sports field. Each golf course has a regional and tourist highlight. In this way the Sauerland is discovered in a playful way.
Adventure golf is summer fun for all generations. Adventure-Golf Winterberg At the sports field 4
59955 Winterberg-Hildfeld
Tel. +49 157 57813533 or +49 151 15565999 www.adventuregolf-winterberg.de
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Winterberg indoor pool
Modern indoor pool with panoramic views of the Helle Valley in the Oversum. No water park, but with a 25m sports pool, non-swimming area, separate children's pool and a small outdoor pool.A modern sauna is connected.
Winterberg swimming pool in the Oversum Am Kurpark 4 59955 Winterberg 02981 925088 Homepage All swimming pools and water parks in the Sauerland HERE!
Golfing in Winterberg
Golfclub Winterberg e. V.9-hole golf course in a charming landscape
Difficulty: sporty In der Bure
59955 Winterberg
Tel. +49 2981-1770
golfclub-winterberg@t-online.de www.golfclub-winterberg.de
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