Rothaarsteig from Oberhundem to the Ginsberg Heid

The Rothaarsteig leads along numerous natural paths away from agricultural and forestry roads. Weatherproof clothing and sturdy shoes are therefore a must for every hike. We want you to experience the "Path of the Senses" not only "dry" but also with "good" feet. In our small hiking store at rothaarsteig.de/shop you will also find a selection of Rothaarsteig articles to prepare for your tour or as a souvenir. We are also happy to recommend the durable and high-quality outdoor equipment from our long-standing partner, the outdoor outfitter Tatonka.

Hiking rucksack
A suitable hiking rucksack will make your tour on the Rothaarsteig twice as much fun! Thanks to their ventilated carrying system, hiking rucksacks are very comfortable to wear, as this ensures that sweat can evaporate immediately. They can be fastened with a waist or hip belt and thus sit firmly on your back with every movement. They are also equipped with a practical holder for hiking poles and often have a compartment with a tube outlet for a hydration bladder, so that hydration is ensured at all times. Here you can find hiking rucksacks from outdoor outfitter Tatonka in various sizes for day hikes and multi-day tours and with different ventilated back systems.

First aid kit
To ensure you can enjoy your hiking tour on the Rothaarsteig to the full, a first aid kit should be in your rucksack for safety's sake. After all, nothing is more annoying than not being able to immediately treat a blister on your foot or minor injuries properly. Tatonka's first aid kits are filled with all the important materials for the initial treatment of injuries and also contain an "outdoor cheat sheet" with a concise and clear guideline for the correct behaviour in case of emergencies in the great outdoors. You can find Tatonka's first aid kits here!

Food and drink
On some stages, especially between Lahnquelle and Dillenburg, there are unfortunately no refreshment stops along the way. Remember to pack food and drink, especially here. Especially in summer, it is important to drink enough.
The stainless steel bottles, stainless steel insulated jugs and stainless steel lunch boxes from the German outdoor equipment manufacturer Tatonka are not only practical, but also unbreakable and durable .

• Observe the legal ban on smoking in the forest - it applies in spring, summer and fall, more precisely: from March 1 to October 31.
• Observe the ban on open fires in the forest and within 100 meters of the forest.
• Take glass out of the forest - the burning glass effect can cause forest fires.

• Extinguish small incipient fires if you can do so safely. Check the area carefully if necessary.
• Report fires via "112".
• Leave the danger zone by the shortest route.

• Rhein-Weser-Turm
• Schwarzbachtal nature reserve
• Heinsberg Hochheide

Refreshment stops:

• Rothaarsteig station DB-Das Bistro

Hosts:

• Landhotel Voss
• Gasthof Zu den Linden
• Landhaus Lenneper-Führt
• "The Rhein-Weser-Turm"
• Zur Hahnenquelle
• Country inn Café Gut Ahe
• Bertram Farm Guesthouse
• Rucksack hostel on the Rothaarsteig
• Hotel Ginsberger Heid

• Hotel-Gasthof Siebel
• Country hotel Edermühle

You can find more information at www.bahn.de.
If you are coming by car, we recommend that you use public transport at the start of your tour and leave your car at the end point. This way you don't have to follow the bus/train timetable on the hike.