The small city of Winterberg to the north-east of the Rothaar Mountains invites you to take advantage of its many excellent pistes on the mountains Kahler Asten, Poppenberg and Bremberg during the winter season. The exciting hiking paths in the Rothaar Mountains are also a perfect summer destination. The famous Rothaarsteig trail leads directly through Winterberg and has a total length of almost 100 miles with idyllic heights and marvellous views.
The picturesque old town in Winterberg will impress visitors on a city trip. Take a stroll through the homey alleys and enjoy the charm of the half-timber façades. St. Jakobus Churchand its striking spire rise above the buildings of the city centre. The inside of the church, built in 1791, impresses with ornate altars. The gorgeous main altar in the chancel originates from the time around the year 1800 and is dedicated to St. Jacob the Elder, the patron saint of pilgrims. On more than 250 square yards, a number of exhibits document the history of skiing in theWest-German Winter Sports Museum. There is fascinating information on the development of the production of skis, from the first wooden boards to the high-tech equipment of today.
Travellers looking for peace and tranquillity while on a short trip to Winterberg will enjoy theSpa Gardens “In der Helle”to the north of the old town. Practice your skills during a round of miniature golf. Visitors of all ages can enjoy the thrills of sledging in the park. Be sure not to miss the traditional Schützenfest Festival taking place every June whileon your city trip to Winterberg. Among the highlights are the popinjay discipline and the ceremonial entry of the shooters into the church.
Adventurous hikes await on the Ruhrkopf Mountain to the north-east of Winterberg. At an elevation of almost half a mile, a vast network of hiking paths extends around thesource of the Ruhr River. To the south of the city, the second highest mountain of the Sauerland region after Langenberg Mountain, the Kahler Asten, awaits. During winter time, theski lift carousel Winterbergprovides visitors with perfectly prepared ski pistes for downhill and cross-country skiing. Take ashort trip on the weekendto take advantage of all the region has to offer. Beautiful views can be enjoyed from the top of the historicalAsten Tower. Let your eyes wander across the 1,000 mountains of the Sauerland region, in good weather conditions even all the way to Brocken Mountain in the Harz Mountain Range. Let the staff of the tower restaurant on the first storey spoil you with local specialities when you are ready for a break.
