Hermannshöhen - Etappe 05 von Dissen bis HalleWestfalen

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18.98 km long
Difficulty: medium
condition: medium
Long-distance hiking trail
  • 04:45 h
  • 454 m
  • 525 m
  • 125 m
  • 308 m
  • 183 m
  • 18.98 km
  • Start: Dissen (Dissen/Bad Rothenfelde station)
  • Destination: HalleWestphalia
The Hermannsweg from Dissen to Halle Westfalen offers a varied route through wooded paths and some beautiful viewpoints such as Ravensberg Castle and the Luisenturm. Continuing across meadows and fields, the trail leads over the Barenberg and the Kammweg to the destination.

The stage at a glance:
1.            Short stage route
The stage begins at the viewing tower in Dissen and continues to the Luisenturm tower above Borgholzhausen. The route then leads relatively steeply downhill into the center of the honey cake town. After you have walked through the town center and perhaps enjoyed a short break, you hike through meadows and fields up to Ravensberg Castle. The route continues over the Barenberg in the direction of Halle. Above Wichlinghausen, the trail takes a few bends before continuing along the ridge. Once you reach the transmission tower on the Große Egge - the highest point of the stage - your destination is within reach: the "Kaffeemühle" in Halle, a beautiful vantage point high above the town of Linden. From here, an access path leads along an avenue to the historic half-timbered town center. There are numerous places to stop for refreshments and shopping and a train station with good connections.
 
2.            Length of the stage in kilometers / altitude difference / route character
The stage is 19 kilometers long in total and has an altitude difference of around 450 meters. The route runs mainly on forest and field paths, but also partly on asphalt roads.
 
3.            Scenic features
This route could also be called the "stage of beautiful views". Because on this  stage you pass numerous viewpoints such as the Luisenturm, from where you can enjoy the best views far beyond Borgholzhausen. The route continues through meadows and fields up to a magnificent view from Ravensberg Castle.

Highlights on the route

  • The Luisenturm on the Johannisegge is a viewing tower with a view of the Münsterland and the Ravensberg hill country. Note: The Luisenturm can be climbed free of charge at any time.
  • "Schulze Ladencafé" is an institution in Borgholzhausen. This vendor is responsible for the nickname "honey cake town" and offers a large selection of delicious treats and pastries made using traditional craftsmanship.
  • The Ravensberg Castle - an outstanding landmark of the region - is a medieval castle and is considered one of the most important sights in the district of Gütersloh. It is situated on a hill and offers a magnificent view of the surrounding countryside. It is also worth taking a look at the pretty cottage garden on a guided tour to the well house and the tower. Break tip: Ravensberg Castle is a great place to take a break. 
  • The OWL ARENA in Halle Westfalen is a tennis stadium where the ATP grass tennis tournament "TERRA Wortmann Open" takes place every year.
  • The "Coffee Mill" viewpoint, whose building is shaped like a coffee mill, offers a spectacular view over Halle and the surrounding area.



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

Waypoints

Start
Dissen (Dissen/Bad Rothenfelde station)
Luisenturm Borgholzhausen
Vantage point/Observation tower
Burg Ravensberg
Fortress/Castle

Good to know

Best to visit

suitable
Depends on weather

Directions

The Hermannsweg is marked throughout with a white "H" on a black background. 


Hike from Dissen/Bad Rothenfelde station to Noller Schlucht and join the Hermannsweg there.


The descent down to the station can be found on the Zugangsweg Halle.


In Halle-Ascheloh, you have the option of taking the Rundwanderweg Werther to hike down into the city.



The following quality establishments in Hermannshöhen are located along this stage:

Halle Westfalen:
Hotel Grünwalde, tel. 05201-659100, www.gruenwalde.de
Hotel Rehkitz, Tel. 05201- 873330, www.hotel-rehkitz.de

Tour information

  • Cultural Interesting

  • Nature Highlight

  • Possibility of Accommodation

  • Premium Trail "Wanderbares Deutschland"

  • Stop at an Inn

  • Tour with Dog

Equipment

Binoculars and camera!

Directions & Parking facilities

A 33, exit Dissen in the direction of Zentrum.
Hiking parking lot at the starting point:


Hiking parking lot Noller Schlucht

Rechenbergstraße 100, 49201 Dissen aTW

directly on the trail

Bus stop Nolle, Noller Schlucht

309 Bad Rothenfelde - Dissen - Nolle - Melle

419 Dissen - Nolle

Fahrplanauskunft



Parking along the route:


Parking Luisenturm

Peter-Eggermont-Straße 2, 33829 Borgholzhausen (1km further)

direkt am Weg

Keinverbindung an ÖPNV vorhanden!!!


Parking lot Freilichtbühne


Bergstraße 19, 33829 Borgholzhausen

 approx. 400 m to the path

Bus stopFunke

90 Versmold - Borgholzhausen - Halle

62/61 Bielefeld-Werther-Borgholzhausen

Fahrplanauskunft


Wanderparkplatz Clever Schlucht

Clever Schlucht 3, 33829 Borgholzhausen

approx. 200 m to the path

Bus stop Franke

90 Versmold - Borgholzhausen - Halle

Schedule information


Parking lot Wertherstraße

Wertherstraße 87, 33790 Halle (Westfalen)

directly on the way

Bus stopHalle, Tiefer Weg

61 Bielefeld-Werther-Halle

Schedule information


Parking lot Schützenberg

Schützenberg 4, 33790 Halle

approx. 250 m to the route

Bus stopHalle, Tiefer Weg

61 Bielefeld-Werther-Halle

Schedule information

You can find detailed information for your journey by public transport 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


Additional information

Contact person

Ms. Ina Bohlken

Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author

Take a break in the Schulze store café and enjoy the specialties of the Borgholzhausen gingerbread factory.

Safety guidelines

Sturdy footwear is recommended on the largely natural routes. Hiking equipment is useful but not absolutely necessary.

Please note the temporary detour in Borgholzhausen on our website under "News". This is expected to remain in place until September 2024.

Our recommendations

Luisenturm Borgholzhausen
Vantage point/Observation tower
Getting there
Hermannshöhen - Etappe 05 von Dissen bis HalleWestfalen
49201 Dissen am Teutoburger Wald