- 3:30 h
- 12.19 km
- 231 m
- 229 m
- 286 m
- 436 m
- 150 m
- Start: Burgstraße, parking lot no. 4 “Hinterm Schloß”
- Destination: Burgstraße, parking lot no. 4 “Hinterm Schloß”
In the midst of the extensive forests of Siegerland, the picturesque town of Freudenberg awaits to be discovered! The narrow alleys of the old town with the venerable cobblestone pavement, but above all the pretty black-and-white half-timbered houses, take the visitor on a journey back to the Middle Ages.
The half-timbered path complements this cultural-historical gem with an excursion to babbling waters and great distant views. A special highlight of the route is the tunnel passage at Hohenhain.
Waypoints
Good to know
Best to visit
Directions
Starting at the parking lot P4 Burgstraße/Hinterm Schloß, the path goes with a slight ascent up into the historic old town of Freudenberg, the “Alten Flecken.” Further along the way, visitors are offered a picturesque view from the spa park of the black-and-white postcard idyll. The route continues through the Gambach valley, past a replica of a historic smelting furnace from the Middle Ages. The path then leads through the 400 m long disused railway tunnel towards Hohenhain. This tunnel is illuminated all year round. From there, it continues uphill. The path now turns right and leads over open meadows towards Hammerhöhe. Along the national border, it continues towards Mausbach. At the border path, a snack island invites you to take a break where you can enjoy the panoramic view. The path continues downhill towards Alte Heide. After a short steep ascent, the path turns right towards Trulichsberg. Once there, Freudenberg is soon in sight, and after another ascent, the starting point of the hike is reached.
Tour information
Cultural Interesting
Loop Road
Stop at an Inn
Equipment
Sturdy footwear and weather-appropriate clothing are recommended. The route can be walked all year round.
Directions & Parking facilities
Car: via the A45 to the Freudenberg exit, then take L562 into the city center.
Additional information
Tourist Information Freudenberg
Kölner Straße 1
57258 Freudenberg
Tel.: +49 2734 43-164
tourist@freudenberg-stadt.de
www.freudenberg-stadt.de
Author
Cindy Peplinski
Organization
Stadt Freudenberg
License (master data)
Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author
Between mid-May and mid-September, the warm water outdoor pool in the Gambach valley is an attraction.
If you prefer to exert yourself more, then the climbing forest near the route at Trulichsberg is the right place.
Safety guidelines
The route requires no special skills.
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