Welcome to the district town of Olpe on Lake Biggesee: Here, 700 years of history combine with contemporary offers for varied stays in the region. Whether day trips, relaxing short trips or a family vacation - in Olpe you can enjoy individual feel-good moments.
Olpe scores with an idyllic city center, whose alleys, Winkeln and squares invite you to stroll, marvel and linger. A few steps away from the marketplace is the Biggesee, Westfalen's largest and most beautiful dam. The Olper Rundweg around the Obersee, a beautiful barrier-free walking route along the water, offers relaxation with breaks on the cozy forest sofas on the shore of the lake or nature moments from the inviting "Biggebalkonen", which are perched just a few meters above the water surface.
How about a drink in a stylish bar or a "cool blonde" in a cozy traditional pub to start off an eventful visit? In Olpe you will find everything you could wish for in terms of culinary delights. Whether hearty Sauerland home cooking, excellent menus or noble game dishes.
If you want to treat yourself to a pair of fine Italian shoes, a chic outfit for the evening or the latest digital camera during your stay in Olpe, you will also have no problem. Olpe is home to more than 100 specialty stores that score points with intensive advice and extensive service offerings.
Olpe also offers a variety of opportunities for biking, hiking and Nordic walking on well-maintained and marked trails in a beautiful low mountain landscape. The nature park guarantees an unspoiled landscape with healthy air. Here you can let your soul dangle - for hours, days or weeks. A warm welcome!