Nesselbach

Landscape and character

The “Nordenau–Nesselbach Cultural Landscape Complex” protected landscape covers 112.8 hectares. At the head of the Nesselbach valley, it shapes an appealing cultural landscape: belts of trees run parallel to the contours, while individual trees stand in grassland used mainly for grazing.

Hiking trails and tours

The moderately challenging A6 circular trail starts at the Kuhlmanns Siepen hikers’ car park in Nesselbach. It is 7.1 kilometres long and takes about two hours and seven minutes. Along the way, the route passes the Drei Linden natural monument, then continues through a wooded area via Nordenau and back to the starting point. If you are planning a circular hike, this gives you both a stated distance and an approximate duration to help you plan.

The A8 route starts at the Kuhlmanns Siepen hikers’ car park and initially climbs Singerberg. The return route follows the edge of Altastenberg back to the starting point. A6 is described as a moderately challenging circular trail with a specified length and approximate duration; for A8, the initial climb is the main feature. These differences between the routes may help you choose a tour.

The Nordenau–Nesselbach winter hiking trail crosses the road at the Kuhlmannssiepen hikers’ car park and then follows trail no. 4 to Nesselbach. This is a different route from the one from Altastenberg to Oberkirchen via the Hochsauerland Ridge Trail. It runs mostly through wooded areas and offers views of the Ingrid Cross along the way.

The Ingrid Cross

The Ingrid Cross is a named landmark in Nesselbach and is listed as a place of interest. It lies at an elevation of 722 metres above Nesselbach and can be reached on foot from the Nesselbach hikers’ car park. This means you can include the walk to this destination as a separate item in your travel plans.

More to discover in the wider destination of Schmallenberg

In the wider destination of Schmallenberg, the old town features a uniform Neoclassical architectural style and many restored half-timbered houses. A guided historical tour offers insights into Schmallenberg’s history and introduces local characters such as Floigenkasper and Breybalg. Check the latest dates and booking arrangements for the tour in advance.

The wider destination of Schmallenberg also has attractions focused on the forest: the Forest Workers’ and Foresters’ Trail in Schmallenberg-Latrop is 4.5 kilometres long and has 17 stations covering topics such as forest ecology and timber use. The Forest Workers’ Museum in Schmallenberg-Latrop displays historical tools, pictures of former forest and village life, historical forestry records, and information on the development of the chainsaw.

Hotels for your stay

If you are looking for hotels for a stay in Nesselbach, the hiking trails described here may help you decide where to stay. The “Nesselbach” bus stop, served by route S40, can be used as the starting point for tour A8. Check the timetable before travelling so you can plan your journey accordingly.

Discover more destinations: Winterberg, Eslohe, Arnsberg, Marsberg, Medebach, Olsberg, Meschede, Schmallenberg.

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