- 6:10 h
- 24.18 km
- 282 m
- 282 m
- 539 m
- 678 m
- 139 m
- Start: Haincher Höhe hike parking lot
- Destination: Haincher Höhe hike parking lot
From the Haincher Höhe and the Rothaarsteig, head towards Kaffeebuche, Herrenberg, and Jagdberg (675 m above sea level). Below the Jagdberg, continue towards Sohl and from there towards Hessen to Eichholzkopf and back again.
This route is variable. It can also be done starting from Eichholzkopf or Sohl. The length of the route can be adjusted to your own level, e.g., you can go from Haincher Höhe only to Sohl or only from Sohl to Eichholzkopf. Other entry points to this beautiful trail are: Heiligenborn Cemetery parking lot, Eisenstraße parking lot, Haincher Höhe parking lot, Offdillner station parking lot.
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Directions
Starting from the Haincher Höhe hike parking lot, take the left path at the fork. This steadily leads us uphill in gentle waves. After about 1.5 km, we reach the Rothaarsteig. We pass the Kaffeebuche rest area from which we can enjoy a beautiful view of Johannland. After 800 m, we reach the Rittershäuser Wetterstein. After 1.2 km, we turn right. At the end of the path, we always keep left and, after 100 m just before the climb to Jagdberg, turn sharply right again towards Sohl. The next 1.8 km to the ski lodge at Sohl lead us downhill.
After 800 m, at the fork, we keep right. We always follow the path and, after 2.5 km, reach the ski lodge at Eichholzkopf. We turn around and head back on the same route. After 5.7 km, we reach a steep and short climb up to Jagdberg. Once at the top, at the junction, we choose the right path towards Heiligenborn. At the height of Heiligenborn cemetery, we turn left. After 1.2 km, we take the left path again.
After 800 m, we reach the junction at Jagdberg again and follow the Rothaarsteig towards Hainchen-Kaffeebuche. The next 1.5 km offer a fast descent. At Rittershäuser Wetterstein, we keep right and reach Kaffeebuche after 1 km. From here, we return to the starting point via the familiar route.
Tour information
Loop Road
Stop at an Inn
Equipment
Warm and weather-appropriate clothing, cross-country skis, ski poles, and provisions.
Directions & Parking facilities
The district of Hainchen lies on the L729 and is connected via Wilnsdorf to the A45. From the A4 and from the Olpe-Süd motorway junction, there is a connection via the B54 to Siegen. From there, follow the B62 to Dreis-Tiefenbach and further to Netphen. In Netphen, take the L729 bypass road to Deuz, continuing through Salchendorf, Helgersdorf, Werthenbach, and Hainchen.
Follow the L729 through Hainchen towards Dietzhölztal. The Haincher Höhe hike parking lot is located about 2 km past the exit of Hainchen in a sharp right-hand bend on the left side.
Additional information
Further information is available here:
Ski-Club Oberes Johannland 1956 e.V.
Author
Jana Rommelmann
Organization
Touristikverband Siegen-Wittgenstein e.V.
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Places to eat:
- Ski lodge at Sohl:
- Open on Sundays and some public holidays: from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Ski lodge at Eichholzkopf:
- Open on Sundays and public holidays from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Safety guidelines
- Everyone should behave in the trail so as not to endanger or obstruct others.
- The direction of travel should be observed. The tips of the trail signs point in the direction of travel. On double trails, the right lane should always be used.
- Pedestrians are requested not to enter the trail but to choose other paths.
- Stay on the marked trail to avoid disturbing wildlife.
- Take your trash home with you.
- Keep the trails clear. Those who stop should step aside from the track.
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