In Lienen, a small municipality in the district of Steinfurt in Germany, there are numerous opportunities for hiking and walking. The geographical location of Lienen is particularly attractive: nestled between rolling hills and green meadows, the surrounding area offers ideal conditions for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Maps and trails
The 10 most beautiful hikes in Lienen
Hiking Trail
· Nördl. Teutob. Wald-Wiehengeb.,Osnabrücker Land-TERRA.vita
TERRA.track: Malepartus
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
9.6 km
2:45 h
202 m
202 m
The TERRA.track Malepartus is a 9.5 km long circular route through the Northern Teutoburg Forest Nature Park.
Hiking Trail
· Nördl. Teutob. Wald-Wiehengeb.,Osnabrücker Land-TERRA.vita
Ahornweg (overall route)
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
103.5 km
27:15 h
1,828 m
1,819 m
The approximately 100 km long Ahornweg is a circular hiking trail in the shape of a figure eight in the southern part of the Osnabrück region.
Hiking Trail
· Osnabrücker Land
Ahornweg - Small Loop
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
Open
38.2 km
10:25 h
758 m
755 m
The approximately 100 km long Ahornweg runs in the southern part of the Osnabrück region as a circular hiking trail in the form of a figure eight. In total, five viewing towers offer hikers views of the varied landscape with its moderately hilly profile. Attractive transitions between forest and field make every hiker’s heart beat faster. The Ahornweg is divided into six routes, split into a small and large loop.The small loop leads hikers from the Kneipp spa Bad Iburg via Urberg, Heidhornberg, and Borgberg to a water-treading pool in the cozy town of Hagen in the Teutoburg Forest. From here, the route continues to Georgsmarienhütte to Lammersbrink with its viewing tower and to the Dörenberg, which also features a viewing tower and is the highest elevation of the Teutoburg Forest in the Osnabrück region at 331 m. After crossing Musenberg and Limberg, you return to Bad Iburg.Note: The Ahornweg can also be started at any other point along the route.
Hiking Trail
· Osnabrücker Land
Hagen aTW_Malepartus_Hike
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
12.3 km
3:30 h
251 m
251 m
Pleasant day hike with the possibility to stop for a meal in an alpine-style inn (Bavarian beer and food selection)
Hiking Trail
· Münsterland
Teutoschleifen: Holperdorper
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
14 km
4:00 h
392 m
392 m
The Holperdorper is characterized by its special closeness to nature. On a challenging route, it combines numerous highlights and leads from the idyllic resort town of Lienen over colorful meadows and wide forests to the "Alpengasthof" Malepartus. In the middle of the Teutoburg Forest, the northernmost alpine-style snack station radiates alpine flair. The Holperdorper cannot boast Bavarian summit heights, but the Westerbecker Berg, at 236 meters, is the highest elevation in the entire Münsterland. In addition, trout ponds, small streams, legendary places, and beautiful farms offer pure rural idyll. At the end of the route, the indoor pool at the forest edge as well as the barefoot park with water playground and water treading pool in Lienen entice you. Also worth seeing is the town center with many charming half-timbered houses.
Hiking Trail
· Osnabrücker Land
Once around Hagen
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
33.2 km
8:45 h
438 m
438 m
The circular route around the municipality of Hagen a.T.W. is a sporty route with many ascents and descents. The municipality is surrounded by many hills.
Hiking Trail
· Münsterland
Source Brüggelieth round from Lienen
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
4.6 km
1:12 h
129 m
123 m
NSG Lienener Osning - Nature and Geopark TERRA.vita - Lienen Limestone Quarry
Hiking Trail
· Münsterland
K 20: From Lengerich to Lienen through the Teutoburg Forest
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
13.5 km
3:41 h
164 m
161 m
A wonderful short-distance hike from Lengerich over the ridge of the Teutoburg Forest to Lienen. Don't miss visiting the Lienen barefoot park afterwards.
Hiking Trail
· Münsterland
X 5: Vreden - Dissen
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
142.3 km
34:25 h
560 m
328 m
Dreamy villages, remarkable buildings, and the idyllic park landscape of Münsterland characterize the X 5. Vreden, known for its flamingos in the Zwillbrocker Venn, forms the starting point of the route. It leads through "Die Bröcke," a forest section that is part of the largest contiguous oak and beech forest area in western Münsterland. The route continues through the villages of Legden, Asbeck, Laer, and Altenberge into the extensive and pristine moorland around Kattenvenne. Bad Laer and Bad Rothenfelde, located near the destination (Dissen), are known for their healing brine springs.
Hiking Trail
· Münsterland
Lienen - Malepartus - Lienen
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
9.8 km
2:46 h
184 m
185 m
An easy hike through the northwestern Teutoburg Forest
One of the most beautiful hiking tours in Lienen leads along the picturesque Teutoburg Forest. Here you can explore nature on well-signposted hiking trails and enjoy magnificent views. A tour to the popular vantage point "Hermannshöhe" is particularly worthwhile. From here you have a breathtaking view over the Münsterland region all the way to the neighbouring city of Osnabrück.
Families with children also get their money's worth in Lienen. The nearby animal park not only attracts with exotic animals, but also with a varied playground and picnic areas. A hike through the park allows the little ones to discover nature in a playful way and at the same time learn something about different animal species.
For all those who like to hike longer distances, the Hermannsweg is a good choice. This long-distance hiking trail stretches over 156 kilometres from Rheine to Horn-Bad Meinberg and also passes through Lienen. On this trail you can experience both the impressive landscape and cultural highlights such as the famous Hermann monument.
The best seasons for hiking in Lienen are spring and autumn. In these months, nature shines in the most beautiful colours and the mild climate invites you to go on extended tours. In summer, on the other hand, it can get quite hot, which is why you should make sure you have enough sun protection.
Overall, Lienen offers a variety of hiking options for every taste. Whether short walks through idyllic forests or challenging day tours along the Hermann Trail - every hiking enthusiast will find his or her personal paradise here. So lace up your hiking boots and let yourself be enchanted by the beauty of this region!
Families with children also get their money's worth in Lienen. The nearby animal park not only attracts with exotic animals, but also with a varied playground and picnic areas. A hike through the park allows the little ones to discover nature in a playful way and at the same time learn something about different animal species.
For all those who like to hike longer distances, the Hermannsweg is a good choice. This long-distance hiking trail stretches over 156 kilometres from Rheine to Horn-Bad Meinberg and also passes through Lienen. On this trail you can experience both the impressive landscape and cultural highlights such as the famous Hermann monument.
The best seasons for hiking in Lienen are spring and autumn. In these months, nature shines in the most beautiful colours and the mild climate invites you to go on extended tours. In summer, on the other hand, it can get quite hot, which is why you should make sure you have enough sun protection.
Overall, Lienen offers a variety of hiking options for every taste. Whether short walks through idyllic forests or challenging day tours along the Hermann Trail - every hiking enthusiast will find his or her personal paradise here. So lace up your hiking boots and let yourself be enchanted by the beauty of this region!
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