- Culturally interesting
- Refreshment stop
- Circular route
History and nature trail in Altena: "Green classroom"
On the timetable today: An excursion into nature. Biology and history to see, touch and try out.
Tour starting point:
Burg Altena
Tour destination point:
Burg Altena
Properties:
Additional Information
City of Altena (Westf.)
Tel. 02352 3370944
tourismus@altena.de
www.visitaltena.de
Category
ThemenwegLength
1.6 kmDuration
0:35 hElevation ascent
92 mElevation descent
34 mLowest point
211 mHighest point
301 mCondition
Difficulty
Recommended seasons
The history and nature trail starts opposite Burg Altena, a small circular trail of 1.6 km on the ridge. The first section provides information about the castle, the world's first youth hostel, iron and wire. Nature and (industrial) culture are closely linked in Altena.
The forest was and is essential for the town, which is why the themed trail also revolves around it. Display boards introduce the inhabitants of the forest and, with a bit of luck, you might even see a real one or two. You will pass the forest tipi and the legendary Steinsbörnchen, a fountain whose story is retold in the adventure elevator to the castle.
The hike ends in the "green classroom" at Hexentanzplatz. A wooden figure in the middle recalls the legend of the witches who meet to dance in the forest on Walpurgis Night (from April 30 to May 1). Display boards and models provide information about flora and fauna, climate and environmental protection. Great view over Altena!
Information
Directions
The history and nature trail starts opposite Burg Altena and takes you on a circular route around the black stone. At the forest tipi, it takes a zigzag up or down.
Equipment
Sturdy shoes are recommended.
Author Tip
Book guided tours for families, school classes and groups by calling the SGV on 02352 3934 or 01608011623! For schools only: project lessons.
Public transit
An access path from Altena train station leads to the starting point of the nature trail at the Friedrichstor of Burg Altena (Fritz-Thomée-Straße).
How to get there
From the A45 freeway (Sauerlandlinie), take the Lüdenscheid-Nord exit and then follow the signs to Altena.
From the A46, take the Iserlohn-Oestrich exit and then follow the signs to Altena.
Parking
Parking lot "Am Langen Kamp"