Willingen-Rattlar (R1)

11,11 km long
Flatly
Difficulty: medium
Condition: easy
Great panorama
Hike
regional hiking trail
  • 3: 26 pm
  • 11,11 km
  • 287 m
  • 286 m
  • 439 m
  • 603 m
  • 164 m
  • Start: At Friedrichsplatz, 34508 Willingen (Upland), district of Rattlar
  • Destination: Am Friedrichsplatz, 34508 Willingen (Upland), district of Rattlar

Dommel circular trail

The residents of Rattlar are themselves passionate hikers and offer their guests guided tours, well-maintained hiking trails, a water treading pool for health and well-being, and a children's playground for the little ones. Dedicated members of the tourist association ensure the appearance and equipment of the shelter and barbecue hut, and ensure that the numerous holiday benches remain comfortable and attractive. 

The R1 trail leads along the Uplandsteig to the Dommelmühle mill, then through the Dommel valley, around the Hegekopf mountain and through Aartal and Elmeke back to Rattlar.

Good to know

Best Season

suitable
depending on the weather

Directions

From Friedrichsplatz, head to the sports field, then continue along the Uplandsteig trail to the Dommelmühle mill. Approximately 300 meters past the mill, turn left into the Dommeltal valley. Follow this valley until just before the K 63 road, but turn left before reaching it and walk around the Hegekopf hill. Upon reaching the Pionierbrücken bridges, the trail leads through the Aartal valley and the Elmeke stream back to Rattlar.

Tour features

  • signage

  • Flatly

Equipment

Sturdy shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, backpack provisions and sufficient fluids (water, tea) are recommended.

Arrival & Parking

By car via the B251 to Willingen (Upland), continue to Rattlar to the town center, Am Friedrichsplatz

Free parking at the Rattlar community hall, one minute walk

Bus/train to train station Willingen, continue by bus or call-a-taxi, stop Rattlar, Friedrichsplatz

More information / links

Map

hiking map Willingen/Diemelsee & Trekkingpark Sauerland, scale 1:25.000, mr-kartographie, Gotha, ISBN 978-3-86636-923-8

author

Sabine Risse

License (master data)

Tourist information Willingen
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