Winter tips in the Sauerland
Winter has also arrived in the Sauerland and the otherwise green nature of the low mountain range region now shows a completely different side. It doesn't matter whether the mountains and valleys are covered in a white blanket of snow or it's simply crisp and cold and you can feel the clear, refreshing air intensely with every breath, hoarfrost covers these meadows and fields or morning fog envelops the towns and villages like a thick blanket. We have collected a few exciting winter tips for you.
You will find the "Eishäuschen" right at the entrance to Hallenberg. Since its construction in 1915, it was used until the 1960s to store ice, which was extracted from the local streams in the winter months and used to cool drinks at festivals in the summer. OnJune 5, 2010, after a great deal of voluntary work and intensive renovation, the ice house was ceremoniously reopened and has since housed a permanent collection of ice sculptures by local ice artist Joachim Knorra, who you can watch at work every first and third Saturday of the month from 3:00 to 5:00 pm.
Taxibob rides in the Veltins-EisArena
A ride on the speedy cab bobsleigh in the Veltins-EisArena in Winterberg, the fastest and most modern artificial ice rink in Europe, promises a very special adrenaline rush. Together with an experienced bobsleigh pilot, you will race down the 1,600-metre-long ice channel into the valley at speeds of up to 130 km/h. The fun lasts around 60 seconds, which you are guaranteed not to forget and is not for the faint-hearted.
St. Nicholas rides on the Sauerland Kleinbahn
For over 30 years, every year on the Sauerland Kleinbahn has ended with the traditional St. Nicholas rides at the beginning of December. This is because St. Nicholas once again wants to greet the numerous passengers. From the station in Herscheid-Hüinghausen, the 2.3-kilometre-long historic narrow-gauge line runs through the wintry Sauerland landscape to Köbbinghäuser Hamm station. A fascinating experience for young and old that should not be missed.
Winter Spectacular at Burg Altena
Burg Altena bathed in warm light, Christmas scents and an exuberant atmosphere - this romantic atmosphere makes a visit to the Winter Spectacular an unforgettable experience. Magical creatures, acrobatics, culinary delights, hands-on activities in the museum, fairy tales and stories, fire performances, lots of music in the castle courtyard and the popular guided tours of lights around Burg Altena will whisk you away to another time. Combined with a ride in the adventure elevator from the valley up to the Burgberg, this is an absolute highlight!
When the white snow envelops the Sauerland landscape and meadows and forests hide under a thick blanket, you have the opportunity for a very special experience with us. Because then you can take a trip out into nature as part of a snowshoe hike. Equipped with the special and additional aluminum frames, which distribute your weight more evenly and allow you to walk on the snow, and with carbon poles for extra support, you can either book a guided tour with one of the local guides or go on a winter hiking tour yourself.
The West German Winter Sports Museum
Opened in 1998, the West German Winter Sports Museum in the Winterberg district of Neuastenberg, at the foot of the Kahler Asten, documents the development of winter sports in the region from its beginnings to the present day on 250 square meters in words, pictures and with selected exhibits. Here you can gain exciting insights into times long past, indulge in a little nostalgia and discover the odd curious exhibit. A really worthwhile detour during your stay around Winterberg!
Cut your own Christmas tree
Did you know that you can cut your own Christmas tree for your own four walls in the Sauerland? This is possible in several places and is the perfect way to get you and your family in the mood for Christmas. In many cases, the excursion into the wintry countryside is offered in combination with a small supporting program such as a hike or covered wagon ride followed by mulled wine and/or a hot waffle with cherries - making it a real event. Cool, isn't it?