--- title: "Half-timbered path Freudenberg" url: "https://www.siegen-wittgenstein.info/en/tour/half-timbered-path-freudenberg" description: "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." language: "en" type: "SportsActivityLocation" image: "https://dam.destination.one/3585567/51e17a75fab90666c1e850ad3fa4f0f3f29421ee27b9865fbd3d91cf410e216e/alter-flecken-freudenberg.jpg" breadcrumb: "Root > Siegen Wittgenstein > Special > Destination.Data Details > Tour" --- GPX ShareBookmark Bookmark Half-timbered path Freudenberg ============================== - 12.19 km long - Round trip - Difficulty: medium - Condition: medium - Regional hiking trail Alter Flecken Freudenberg Logo Wanderhöhepunkte Panoramaausblick bei Mausbach Hohenhainer Tunnel historischer Eisenverhüttungsplatz Stadtmuseum Freudenberg Tunnelmund Fachwerkweg Freudenberg Alter Flecken Freudenberg Aussicht Kurpark Freudenberg - 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” The Freudenberg half-timbered path invites you on a historic journey that begins in the idyllic half-timbered town. Gorgeous nature passages lead to an old smelting site. Along with great views, a 400 m long tunnel passage is also one of the highlights of the route. 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. Read more Freudenberg WIRKT e.V. Wanderhöhepunkte Wegemarkierung Wanderhöhepunkte Wegemarkierung Wandermarkierung Fachwerkweg Freudenberg Waypoints --------- View on map Start Start Burgstraße, parking lot no. 4 “Hinterm Schloß” - Church - Museum/Exhibition - Tourist information - Vantage point/Observation tower - Park/gardens - Nature panel/information centre - Historic site - Historic site - Vantage point/Observation tower Destination Destination Burgstraße, parking lot no. 4 “Hinterm Schloß” Show more Good to know ------------ Best to visit suitable Depends on weather - Jan - Feb - Mar - Apr - May - Jun - Jul - Aug - Sep - Oct - Nov - Dec 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. Read more 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. Read more Directions & Parking facilities **Getting there****Car**: via the A45 to the Freudenberg exit, then take L562 into the city center. Read more **Parking**Burgstraße, parking lot no. 4 “Hinterm Schloß” all day & free of charge or at the parking lot “Gambachsweiher” at the outdoor pool (also motorhome parking spaces there) Read more **Public transportation****By bus** (from Siegen main station) - Bus or - Stop: Freudenberg central bus station Mòrer Platz (www.vgws.de,www.zws-online.de, Tel. 01803/50 40 30\*) Read more Additional information **Tourist Information Freudenberg** Kölner Straße 1 57258 Freudenberg Tel.: +49 2734 43-164 Read more 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. Read more Safety guidelines The route requires no special skills. Read more Nearby ------ View on map - Event - Market - Market - film - Place of interest - Parking facility - Church - eBike charging station - Tours 6.85 km - Regional hiking trail 6.31 km - Regional hiking trail 4.60 km - Regional hiking trail Contact 57258 Freudenberg Download GPX file - -