--- title: "Aussichtspunkt Gellinghausen" url: "https://en.teutoburgerwald.de/region/excursion/poi/aussichtspunkt-gellinghausen" description: "As part of the Altenau I land consolidation project, land along the Altenau River and the Gellinghauser Quellbach stream was acquired in Gellinghausen near Borchen. By assuming responsibility for the maintenance of the Gellinghausen Quellbach, WOL was able to plan and carry out the restoration of the approximately 500-meter-long stream, which had been channeled for mill use and runs at a high elevation.The building complex of the former Gellinghausen Mill, which was part of the property, had to be completely demolished due to its severely deteriorated structural condition. The demolition and disposal of materials—some of which posed a risk to water and the environment—were financed with compensation funds from the Paderborn district, thereby making the restoration of the Gellinghauser Quellbach on the approximately 3-hectare site possible in the first place.With the restoration completed in March 2021, the various springs in the mill ditch were allowed to flow freely into the available area. Thanks to the existing structures in the area, a large-scale wetland area was created, in which shallow, water-plant-dominated spring channels have naturally formed.Due to its prominent location along the heavily trafficked hiking and biking trail between Kirchborchen and Etteln, a viewing and information point—co-funded by LEADER—was erected in 2023 to educate the public about the background and objectives of the project, which also contributes to climate protection. Designed as a recreational space with seating and access to the water, the area is intended to invite visitors to linger and explore." language: "en" type: "Place" image: "https://dam.destination.one/2387364/c649ced2d78d98cad2da6986ccf1d028ca0272adb82bb52655316c469c72ebed/.jpg" breadcrumb: "Root > Teutoburg Forest > Discover the region > Excursion > POI" --- Share Aussichtspunkt Gellinghausen ============================ - Waters - Nature panel/information centre - nature experiences - various - Vantage point/Observation tower Steinerner Aussichtspunkt mit gepflasterter Fläche und Panorama-Guide, umgeben von Natur. Steinplattform mit Sitzbank vor grüner Landschaft. Optimaler Blick über die umliegende Natur. Ein Kind im blauen Anorak und Mütze tobt am flachen Bachufer im Grünen bei einem Wald. Person mit weißer Cap blickt auf eine grüne Wiesenlandschaft, gesäumt von bewaldeten Hügeln. Viewpoint and information point to inform the public about the background and objectives of the measure, which also contributes to climate protection. The design of the square as a recreation area with seating and access to the water is intended to invite people to linger and explore. As part of the Altenau I land consolidation project, land along the Altenau River and the Gellinghauser Quellbach stream was acquired in Gellinghausen near Borchen. By assuming responsibility for the maintenance of the Gellinghausen Quellbach, WOL was able to plan and carry out the restoration of the approximately 500-meter-long stream, which had been channeled for mill use and runs at a high elevation. The building complex of the former Gellinghausen Mill, which was part of the property, had to be completely demolished due to its severely deteriorated structural condition. The demolition and disposal of materials—some of which posed a risk to water and the environment—were financed with compensation funds from the Paderborn district, thereby making the restoration of the Gellinghauser Quellbach on the approximately 3-hectare site possible in the first place. With the restoration completed in March 2021, the various springs in the mill ditch were allowed to flow freely into the available area. Thanks to the existing structures in the area, a large-scale wetland area was created, in which shallow, water-plant-dominated spring channels have naturally formed. Due to its prominent location along the heavily trafficked hiking and biking trail between Kirchborchen and Etteln, a viewing and information point—co-funded by LEADER—was erected in 2023 to educate the public about the background and objectives of the project, which also contributes to climate protection. Designed as a recreational space with seating and access to the water, the area is intended to invite visitors to linger and explore. Read more Good to know ------------ General information - Parking Available - Bus stop available Eligibility - for Groups - for families - for individual guests - Suitable for the Elderly - for Children of all Ages - Suitable for Pushchair Payment methods Entrance Free Directions & Parking facilities - Located directly on the Altenau cycle path Information about the Altenau cycle path https://www.paderborner-land.de/deu/aktiv/radfahren/routen/altenau-radweg.php - between Kirchborchen and Etteln Read more License (master data) Upper Lippe Water Board Nearby ------ View on map - Event - Socialising/games/meetings - Socialising/games/meetings - Hiking - Food & Beverage - café - restaurant - restaurant - Accomodations - Holiday apartment - Camper van site - Pension - Package - Group Offer/Family Offer - Group Offer/Family Offer - Group Offer/Family Offer - Place of interest - nature experiences - various - farm shop - Waters - Tours 69.69 km - Regional bike tour 4.50 km - Regional hiking trail 4.73 km - Regional hiking trail Contact Diekberg 33178 Borchen - Etteln