- Family friendly
- Culturally interesting
- Circular route
Kahlenweg (M1) Medebach
Experience the Medebach Bay nature reserve on a 6 km circular hike around the "Holy Mountain" of Kahlen.
Tour starting point:
Marktplatz Medebach or Glindfelder Weg in Medebach, near REWE Markt
Tour destination point:
Marktplatz Medebach or Glindfelder Weg in Medebach, near REWE Markt
Properties:
Additional Information
www.medebach-touristik.deCategory
regionaler WanderwegLength
6.3 kmDuration
2:00 hElevation ascent
116 mElevation descent
116 mLowest point
389 mHighest point
454 mCondition
Difficulty
Recommended seasons
This circular hiking trail around Berg Kahlen and through the Gelängebachtal valley will delight you with a large proportion of natural forest and meadow paths.
First, the easy hike takes us along a paved road through open fields up to Berg Kahlen. Looking back, we enjoy the view of the small town of Medebach with its towering church of St. Peter and Paul. At the end of the road, the Way of the Cross begins up to the Kahlenkapelle chapel, but our route leads us to the left along a meadow path and then along natural paths through the mixed forest down into the Gelängebachtal valley. We listen to the babbling of the stream and, if you like, you can find out more about the Medebacher Bucht nature reserve using QR codes at the stations along the Gelängebachtal nature trail.
The beautiful forest trail leads to the stations of the Glindfeld Way of the Cross, where it is worth taking a detour along Hanseweg X13 up to the Kahlenkapelle chapel or leaving the circular trail to the left for a short "journey into the past" and peering through the old walls at the historic monastery walls and the former Gut Glindfeld.
Back on the actual circular route, we march back towards the old Hanseatic town, with the "Holy Mountain" to the right and a wide view of the open countryside to the left.
Insider tip for adventurers: scramble up to the chapel via the Philosopher's Path. This is where the monks of the Kreuzherren used to "philosophize" about their Sunday sermon in days gone by.
Information
Directions
Directions from the market square:The circular hiking trail is marked throughout with the white/black M1.From the market square, walk 500m up Oberstraße and turn left into Glindfelder Weg. At the REWE Markt, the path leads to the left, slightly uphill up the Am Kahlen road. Behind the cross, the Medebacher Kreuzweg begins up to the Kahlenkapelle chapel, but we continue straight ahead along the edge of the forest and then turn left, walk 200m on a meadow path, which then continues to the right. We come to a natural path, which runs steeply downhill through the forest in places and meets the Medebacher Bucht Rundweg and Gelängebachtal nature trail at the bottom of the Gelängebachtal valley.After ½ hour on the forest path, we reach the stations of the Glindfeld Way of the Cross, which leads steeply to the right to the Kahlenkapelle chapel. However, the Kahlenweg M 1 does not lead as steeply uphill via a grassy path and along the edge of the forest at the top with a view of the Hochsauerland Park. We can see Medebach ahead of us, with the large parish church pointing the way.The tour often runs along natural paths and trails and is therefore not suitable for baby carriages and bicycles!Directions from Center Parcs:Center Parcs guests can join the circular walk directly from REWE Markt, Am Kahlen.At the petrol station, cross Oberstraße, turn into Erlenstraße and follow it to Glindfelderweg. Follow Glindfelderweg to the left until you reach the supermarket and then follow the white/black M1 signs.
Equipment
Sturdy shoes and clothing suitable for the weather.
Safty guidelines
The tour often runs on natural paths and trails and is therefore not suitable for baby carriages and bicycles!
Possible difficulties in heavy snow from November to March.
Current information about our forests - The bark beetle and its consequences
The forest owners are endeavoring to take the necessary measures in the forests and to remove the damaged wood. However, due to the extent of the damage, this work cannot be completed in a short space of time. The clearing and reforestation of the damaged forest stands will therefore take a long time and sometimes lead to disruptions such as closures and detour in the forests. This must always be taken into account when visiting the forest.
We therefore appeal to everyone who cares about the forest:
- Understand that extensive forestry work is necessary in the current situation and that this is currently accompanying your forest experience.
- Be particularly attentive during your leisure activities and observe the prevailing instructions and any prohibitions
Please be considerate ...
Author Tip
The old Hanseweg X13 takes you to the Sauerland-Seelenorte village of Kahlen with its small chapel. The ascent is also rewarded with a magnificent view!
Maps
Cycling and hiking map of the Medebach vacation region ISBN 978-3-86636-917-7 available at the Tourist-Info, Marktplatz1, 59964 Medebach
Public transiot
- From Willingen: Bus R46 (RLG): Willingen-Düdinghausen-Medebach
- From Winterberg: Bus R48 (RLG): Winterberg-Düdinghausen / change 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
Getting there
- From the north: A7, A2, A33 to Wünnenberg-Haaren junction, B480 Brilon, Olsberg, direction Winterberg and then to Medebach.
- From the west: A44 Dortmund-Kassel, exit at Werl junction, A445 Meschede to Bestwig, Olsberg, direction Winterberg and then to Medebach.
- From the Rhineland: A4 Cologne-Olpe to the Olpe junction, take the A45 towards Dortmund to the Olpe exit, B55 towards Lennestadt, B236 Schmallenberg, Winterberg and then to Medebach.
- From the east: A44 Dortmund-Kassel to exit Wünnenberg-Haaren, B480 Brilon, Olsberg, direction Winterberg and then to Medebach.
- From the south: A5 from Frankfurt to Gießen, A485/B3 exit Marburg, B252 Wetter, B236 Hallenberg-Winterberg and then to Medebach.
Parking
It is possible to park free of charge in the parking garage by arrangement with the Medebach Tourist Information Office. A separate parking ticket must be deposited in the vehicle.