Ettelsberg

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Adventure and pure nature: The Ettelsberg as a year-round destination in the Upland






In the middle of the beautiful Upland lies the Willingen's local mountain, the Ettelsberg, which can be easily reached by a cabin of the Ettelsberg cable car or the K1 chairlift. At 838 m above sea level, there's much to discover and experience.
Here begins a vast hiking paradise through the Hochheide. From the Hochheide Tower, you have a fabulous view over the Hochsauerland and Waldecker LandIn winter, the Ettelsberg transforms into a winter wonderland, welcoming skiers to the slopes, as well as cross-country skiers, winter hikers, and snowshoe hikers. The Ettelsberg is also the starting point for the mountain bike zone trails. 
Lake Ettelsberg, which serves as a reservoir for the snowmaking system, is a great place for a short stroll, including Rike's Caterpillar Trail, one of the adventure trails on the Ettelsberg. It's only a short 1,5 km walk to the Skywalk and the Mühlenkopf ski jump. The adventure playground will get children's hearts racing and romping.



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General Information

  • Parking lots available

fitness

  • for any weather

  • Target group seniors

  • for groups

  • for school classes

  • for families

  • for individual guests

  • Pets Allowed

  • for children (any age)

  • Suitable for prams

  • for children (0-3 years)

  • for children (3-6 years)

  • for children (6-10 years)

  • for children (from 10 years)

Foreign languages

German, English, Dutch

Other equipment/furnishings

  • Children's playground (outdoor)

  • toilet facility

  • changing room

  • Barrier-free toilet

  • Barrier-free access

Possible ways to pay

Free admission, American Express, Cash, EC card, Mastercard, Bank transfer, Visa

Accessibility

Travel for everyone
Accessibility checked
Barrier-free for people with walking difficulties
barrier-free for wheelchair users

Even wheelchairs can easily access the cable cars thanks to the completely ground-level entrance. The gondolas slow down at both the valley and mountain stations, allowing guests to board and disembark in a relaxed manner. And not only is the cable car itself accessible – the Hochheide Tower has also been designed to accommodate people with disabilities. A team of experts tested the conditions from the parking lot to the top of the tower and found them to be satisfactory. Staff are happy to assist.

Important facts

  • designated disabled parking spaces
  • 50 m long ramp to the checkout area
  • The approximately 100 m long path to the entrance
  • Ground-level access to the gondolas
  • 80 cm wide cabin doors (suitable for active wheelchairs and electric wheelchairs)
  • 1 wheelchair plus 3 to 4 accompanying persons per cabin
  • 75 m long, asphalted path with a 6% gradient to the Hochheideturm
  • Entrance to the tower at ground level with automatic glass sliding doors
  • Accessible toilets (EC locking system)
  • 600 m long gravel road around Lake Ettelsberg (for experienced riders or riders with a companion)
  • 90 m long, paved path with 6% gradient to Siggis Hut
  • Accessible toilet in the restaurant at the valley station (opening on request)
  • Wheelchair-accessible tables
General information on accessibility

Arrival & Parking

By car via the B251
Public transport: Bus/train to train station Willingen, continue by bus or call-a-taxi (various stops in all districts)

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The 838 m high “local mountain” of the holiday resort Willingen is known nationwide for its high heath, its ski area and the Ettelsberg Hut.

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Ettelsberg cable car
Zur Hoppecke 5
34508 Willingen (Upland)

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On Hagen 10
34508 Willingen (Upland)

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