--- title: "Hermannshöhen - Etappe 07 von Bielefeld nach Oerlinghausen" url: "https://en.teutoburgerwald.de/nature/my-day-in-nature/tour/hermannshoehen-etappe-07-von-bielefeld-nach-oerlinghausen" description: "Please note: Lämershagener Straße (A2 bridge) is closed until the beginning of September due to renovation work - the detour is not yet marked. → Info & map here: Hermannsweg route reportsThe stage at a glance:1ststart and finish point of the stageThe stage begins at Sparrenburg Castle in Bielefeld and ends in the town of Oerlinghausen.2.length of the stage in kilometers / altitude / route characterThe stage runs for around 15 kilometers and has an altitude difference of around 300 meters. The route offers moderate ascents and descents.Important for families: The route is also very suitable for families with children. The first section of the promenade is even suitable for baby carriages.3.special landscape featuresThe stage leads mainly through wooded areas, which offer pleasant shade on warm summer days. From the Bielefeld promenade, you have sweeping views over the city. Did you know? The first section of the Kammweg from Sparrenburg Castle is called \"Promenade\".Side info: On the way to Oerlinghausen, you cross the 52nd parallel almost unnoticed.Highlights on the routeSparrenburg Castle in Bielefeld is an imposing castle complex dating back to the 13th century. It is enthroned on a hill above the old town. The castle is Bielefeld's landmark and one of the most popular excursion destinations in the region. It is worth visiting the information center at the castle and the Anna & Hermann listening station just outside the castle grounds on the promenade.The \"Iron Anton\" is one of the few metal Bismarck towers, built in 1895 and faithfully restored in 2003. The observation tower is located to the east of Bielefeld on the Ebberg on the Hermannsweg and offers a view to the north and south over the Teutoburg Forest.The Romanesque Alexanderkirche in Oerlinghausen is a church worth seeing in the heart of the old town. The organ with its carved organ case from 1688, the colorful stained glass windows in the choir and the oldest bell in the parish from 1547 deserve special attention." language: "en" type: "SportsActivityLocation" image: "https://dam.destination.one/1371616/02d5b10f0cd637f2cdc0845b584f740b690bd4a2fed16a55bdb68ffbcf2473ec/bielefeld-sparrenburg-teutoburger-wald-tourismus-d-ketz-008-jpg.jpg" breadcrumb: "Root > Teutoburg Forest > Experience nature > My day in nature > tour" --- GPX Share Hermannshöhen - Etappe 07 von Bielefeld nach Oerlinghausen ========================================================== - 14.78 km long - Difficulty: medium - Condition: easy - Long-distance hiking trail Bielefeld-Sparrenburg-Teutoburger-Wald-Tourismus-D-Ketz-008.jpg Logo Qualitätsweg Wanderbares Deutschland Logo der Top Trails of Germany Logo der Hermannshöhen Bielefeld-Sparrenburg-Teutoburger-Wald-Tourismus-D-Ketz-010.jpg Bielefeld-Sparrenburg-Teutoburger-Wald-Tourismus-D-Ketz-024-CC-BY-SA.jpg Oerlinghausen-Kumsttonne-Teutoburger-Wald-Tourismus-F-Grawe (70).JPG Oerlinghausen-Teutoburger-Wald-Tourismus-F-Grawe (74).JPG Oerlinghausen-Alexanderkirche-Teutoburger-Wald-Tourismus-Patrick-Gawandtka-058\_lowres.jpg Oerlinghausen-Gasthaus-Nagel-Teutoburger-Wald-Tourismus-Patrick-Gawandtka-055\_lowres.jpg - 3:15 h - 14.78 km - 294 m - 213 m - 161 m - 295 m - 134 m - - Start: Sparrenburg Bielefeld - Destination: Oerlinghausen, town center **The hike starts at the imposing Sparrenburg Castle and will delight you with its varied landscape and many cultural highlights. The Hermannsweg trail runs right through the heart of Bielefeld. A detour to the "Iron Anton" is worthwhile, as is a visit to the Alexander Church in Oerlinghausen. Whether alone, with friends or family - this stage of the Hermannshöhen is a wonderful experience for everyone.** **Please note: Lämershagener Straße (A2 bridge) is closed until the beginning of September due to renovation work - the detour is not yet marked. → Info & map here:** **The stage at a glance:** **1ststart and finish point of the stage** The stage begins at Sparrenburg Castle in Bielefeld and ends in the town of Oerlinghausen. **2.length of the stage in kilometers / altitude / route character** The stage runs for around 15 kilometers and has an altitude difference of around 300 meters. The route offers moderate ascents and descents. **Important for families**: The route is also very suitable for families with children. The first section of the promenade is even suitable for baby carriages. **3.special landscape features** The stage leads mainly through wooded areas, which offer pleasant shade on warm summer days. From the Bielefeld promenade, you have sweeping views over the city. **Did you know?** The first section of the Kammweg from Sparrenburg Castle is called "Promenade". **Side info:** On the way to Oerlinghausen, you cross the 52nd parallel almost unnoticed. **Highlights on the route** - **Sparrenburg Castle in Bielefeld** is an imposing castle complex dating back to the 13th century. It is enthroned on a hill above the old town. The castle is Bielefeld's landmark and one of the most popular excursion destinations in the region. It is worth visiting the information center at the castle and the Anna & Hermann listening station just outside the castle grounds on the promenade. - The **"Iron Anton"** is one of the few metal Bismarck towers, built in 1895 and faithfully restored in 2003. The observation tower is located to the east of Bielefeld on the Ebberg on the Hermannsweg and offers a view to the north and south over the Teutoburg Forest. - The Romanesque **Alexanderkirche in Oerlinghausen** is a church worth seeing in the heart of the old town. The organ with its carved organ case from 1688, the colorful stained glass windows in the choir and the oldest bell in the parish from 1547 deserve special attention. Read more Hermannshöhen: Wanderabenteuer im Teutoburger Wald entdecken. Perfekte Trails für Naturfreunde. Waypoints --------- View on map Start Start Sparrenburg Bielefeld - Castle/palace - Train station - Museum/exhibition - Museum/exhibition - Church - Museum/exhibition - Historic site Destination Destination Oerlinghausen, town center Show more Good to know ------------ Pavements Unknown (2%) Street (2%) Asphalt (2%) Gravel (51%) Trail (30%) Path (13%) Best to visit suitable Depends on weather - Jan - Feb - Mar - Apr - May - Jun - Jul - Aug - Sep - Oct - Nov - Dec Directions On this stage you will find the following quality establishment of the Hermannshöhen: **Oerlinghausen:** Hotel Mügge am Iberg, Tel.  05202 91460 Read more Tour information - Familiy-Friendly - Possibility of Accommodation - Premium Trail "Wanderbares Deutschland" - Stop at an Inn - Tour with Dog Equipment Sturdy shoes, binoculars. Read more Directions & Parking facilities **Getting there**A2, exit Bielefeld Zentrum. Read more **Parking**The cheapest parking garage is the in the district below Sparrenburg **Parking spaces at the starting location:** **Parking lot Sparrenburg (chargeable)** Am Sparrenberg 38, 33602 Bielefeld Below the castle Bus/tramAdenauerplatz or Landgericht Tramp line 2 Altenhagen -BI-Hbf - SiekerTramp line 1 Senne- Bi Hbf - Schildesche **Parking lot Schöne Aussicht** Schubertstraße 9, 33604 Bielefeld direkt am Weg Bus stop August-Bebel-Straße Stadtbahn 2 Altenhagen - BI-HBF - Sieker **Parking spaces with local transport connections along the route:** **Parking space Eiserner Anton** Osningstraße 281, 33605 Bielefeld direkt am Weg **Keinanschluss an den Nahverkehrs!!!** **Wanderparkplatz Habichtshöhe** Bodelschwinghstraße 79, 33604 Bielefeld direkt am Weg Bus stopHabichtshöhe 36 BI-Senne - Habichtshöhe - BI-Sieker (Stadtbahn) **Wanderparkplatz Eisgrund** Lämershagener Str. 201, 33699 Bielefeld 539 m to the path Bus stopEisgrund or Wrachtrup 30 BI-Heidebl -Stieghorst-Zentr. (Stadtbahn)-Brake **Parking lot Marktplatz Oerlinghausen** Marktstraße 16, 33813 Oerlinghausen approx. 350 m to the route Bus stopMarktplatz 39 BI-Sennestadt - BHF Oerlinghausen 38 Oerlinghausen - Stieghorst Zentrum (Stadtbahn) Read more **Public transportation**You can find detailed information for your journey by public transport .   **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: Read more Additional information Read more License (master data) Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author In Oerlinghausen, you can also take to the skies after your hike - Europe's largest gliding airfield beckons on the southern slopes of the Teutoburg Forest. Read more This content has been partially or completely optimised or created by AI.* Our recommendations ------------------- View on map - Zoo/wildlife park - Museum/exhibition - Museum/exhibition - Climbing hall/climbing park/high ropes course - Castle/palace - Museum/exhibition Show more Contact 33604 Bielefeld Download GPX file - - - -