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Weddelbergrund Trail A2
The walking trail, not far from Center Parcs, winds around the Weddelberg. It’s a little nature adventure along narrow paths, especially for families with children.
Tour starting point:
Weddelsee Hiking Portal
Tour destination point:
Weddelsee Hiking Portal
Properties:
Additional Information
Category
regionaler WanderwegLength
2.7 kmDuration
1:00 hElevation ascent
86 mElevation descent
86 mLowest point
411 mHighest point
497 mCondition
Difficulty
Recommended seasons
The starting point of the loop hike is at the Weddelsee Hiking Portal, where the Medebach Bergweg trail also begins.
On natural trails and paths, we’ll explore the Weddelberg, which rises to just under 500 meters. Since the spruce trees in the forest fell victim to bark beetles and had to be cut down, the route offers beautiful views of Center Parcs Hochsauerland and the AVENTURA - SpielBerg. A small highlight awaits us at the rest area at Hasenkammerblick, where—as the name suggests—the view extends into the Hasenkammertal valley. A panoramic information board explains the surrounding mountains. Up here, it’s also a great spot to take a leisurely break. A forest sofa, along with a wooden table and bench, warmly invite you to relax. Winding paths lead downhill through the forest all the way down to Weddelsee.
Information
Directions
The loop trail is marked throughout with the black-and-white A2 symbol.The starting point of the loop hike is the hiking information center at Weddelsee. After just a few meters, the signs lead us to the right and up into the Weddelberg forest. After about 900 meters, we continue to the right until we reach the Weddel hiking parking lot, then turn left and hike around the mountain. After about 1.8 km, the trail markers lead us along a meadow. The path then turns left toward the Hasenkammerblick rest area. From here, a fairly steep trail takes us back down to the starting point at Weddelsee.The tour often follows unpaved trails and paths and is therefore not suitable for strollers or bicycles!
Equipment
Sturdy shoes and clothing appropriate for the weather.
Safety guidelines
Part of the tour follows unpaved trails and paths and is therefore not suitable for strollers or bicycles!
A sure footing is required.
There may be difficulties due to deep snow from November through March.
Latest Information on Our Forests—The Bark Beetle and Its Impact
Forest owners are working to implement the necessary measures in the forests and remove the damaged timber. However, due to the scale of the problem, this work cannot be completed quickly. The clearing and reforestation of the damaged forest stands will therefore take a long time and may occasionally lead to disruptions such as closures and detours in the forests. Please keep this in mind whenever you visit the forest.
We therefore appeal to everyone who cares about the forest:
Please understand that, given the current situation, extensive forest work is necessary and will be part of your forest experience for the time being.
Please be especially vigilant during your recreational activities and follow all posted signs and, where applicable, restrictions.
Please be considerate...
Author Tip
To round off this short hike, don't miss a visit to Weddelsee!
Maps
Cycling and Hiking Map of the Medebach Vacation Region, 4th edition, ISBN 978-3-86636-941-2, available at the Tourist Information Office, Marktplatz 1, 59964 Medebach
Public transit
- From Willingen: Bus R46 (RLG): Willingen-Düdinghausen-Medebach
- From Winterberg: Bus R48 (RLG): Winterberg-Düdinghausen / Transfer in Küstelberg to the direct connecting bus, Bus S30 (RLG): Brilon-Medebach
- From Korbach: Bus 550 (NVV): Korbach–Medebach From Frankenberg (Eder): Bus 530 (NVV): Frankenberg–Lichtenfels–Medebach
How to get there
- From the north: Take the A7, A2, or A33 to the Wünnenberg-Haaren interchange, then take the B480 through Brilon and Olsberg toward Winterberg, and then on to Medebach.
- From the west: Take the A44 from Dortmund to Kassel, exit at the Werl interchange, then take the A445 through Meschede to Bestwig and Olsberg, heading toward Winterberg and then on to Medebach.
- From the Rhineland: Take the A4 Cologne–Olpe to the Olpe interchange, then take the A45 toward Dortmund to the Olpe exit, follow the B55 toward Lennestadt, then take the B236 through Schmallenberg and Winterberg, and then continue to Medebach.
- From the east: A44 Dortmund–Kassel to the Wünnenberg-Haaren exit, B480 through Brilon and Olsberg, toward Winterberg, and then on to Medebach.
- From the south: Take the A5 from Frankfurt to Gießen, then the A485/B3 to the Marburg exit, followed by the B252 to Wetter, then the B236 through Hallenberg and Winterberg, and finally to Medebach.
Parking
Hiking Parking Lot at Weddelsee in Medebach