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Borchen

Welcome to Borchen, a charming destination in the district of Paderborn. This Travel Guide offers you everything you need for an unforgettable stay.

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Attractions in Borchen


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Pilgrim Trail · North Rhine-Westphalia
Jakobsweg Westphalia: Paderborn-Elspe
recommended route Difficulty moderate Multi-day route
Distance 133.2 km
Duration 37:15 h
Ascent 2,484 m
Descent 2,381 m

This is the Jakobsweg marked with the yellow pilgrim's shell on a blue background, which leads over the Sintfeld from Paderborn to Lennestadt-Elspe.

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from Karl-Rudolf Böttcher,   Pilgerwege Deutschland
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 53 km
Duration 3:50 h
Ascent 469 m
Descent 481 m

Westfälisches Volksblatt Readers' Bike Tour to Dalheim Abbey on August 22, 2026

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from Karl Heinz Schäfer,   Community
Pilgrim Trail · North Rhine-Westphalia
Jakobsweg Westphalia: Paderborn - Dalheim Monastery
recommended route Difficulty moderate Stage 1
Distance 20.9 km
Duration 5:20 h
Ascent 347 m
Descent 213 m

The Jakobsweg is located in Westphalia and serves as the 1st stage of the pilgrimage route Paderhorn - Lennestadt-Elspe from the cathedral square ...

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from Karl-Rudolf Böttcher,   Pilgerwege Deutschland
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 12 km
Duration 3:10 h
Ascent 171 m
Descent 166 m

The northern round of the Old Pilgrim's Way is a little over 11 kilometers long and runs from Haxtergrund near Paderborn through the Ellerbachtal ...

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from Ulli's Wandertouren,   Community
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 11.1 km
Duration 3:05 h
Ascent 231 m
Descent 231 m

The shortened, approximately 11-kilometer "Southern Circuit" of the Old Pilgrim's Route runs from the Kapellenhof and the Klus Chapel near Borchen ...

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from Ulli's Wandertouren,   Community
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 39 km
Duration 2:45 h
Ascent 183 m
Descent 194 m

Reader's bike route of the Westfälische Volksblatt to Hamborn Castle and into the Haxtergrund on July 5, 2025

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from Karl Heinz Schäfer,   Community
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 47.3 km
Duration 3:20 h
Ascent 445 m
Descent 448 m

Westfälisches Volksblatt Readers' Bike Tour Across the Paderborn Plateau on June 8, 2026

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from Karl Heinz Schäfer,   Community
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 51.2 km
Duration 3:34 h
Ascent 284 m
Descent 280 m

Reader bike route of the Westfälisches Volksblatt to Salzkotten and Wewelsburg on September 22, 2025

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from Karl Heinz Schäfer,   Community
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 15.8 km
Duration 3:14 h
Ascent 266 m
Descent 263 m

Varied pilgrimage route with beautiful sections in the protected forest, field paths with great views, and a nice view from the Devil's Stone.

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Long Distance Hiking · Hochsauerlandkreis
Rennweg (Arnsberg Forest)
Map / Rennweg (Arnsberg Forest)
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 103.6 km
Duration 27:00 h
Ascent 1,372 m
Descent 1,414 m

The Rennweg is an old hilly trade route that connects the Sauerland with the eastern Hellweg plains and runs over the ridge south of the Möhne in ...

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from Matthias Stiel,   Outdooractive Editors
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Geographically, Borchen is located between the Eggegebirge and the Teutoburg Forest. The region is surrounded by forests, fields and rivers and is perfect for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling or canoeing. It is particularly beautiful here in spring and summer.

One of the tourist attractions is the 13th-century St. John Baptist Church with its distinctive tower. Cultural highlights include the annual shooting festival as well as various concerts and theatre performances.

For gourmets, there are culinary specialities such as the famous pumpernickel from the local bakery or regional specialities in the numerous restaurants.

If it rains, you can visit the local history museum or take a tour of the historic old town. A visit to the nearby AquaFun leisure pool is also worthwhile in bad weather.

One highlight of Borchen is its picturesque landscapes - a walk along the Almetal cycle path or a trip to the "Alteau" nature reserve is particularly recommended. Here you will find breathtaking views of rivers, lakes and mountains - truly one of the most beautiful places in Germany!

Overall, Borchen is definitely worth a visit! With its diverse activities and sights, it is an ideal destination for families, couples or solo travellers. We hope this travel guide helps you plan your next trip to Borchen!

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  • October 09, 2024
    Sandra Herberholt
    September 11, 2024
    Ein schöner, bisweilen anstrengender Weg quasi vor meiner Haustür. Ich habe mir die Etappen etwas anders gelegt und bin auch noch bis Attendorn gegangen. Ein bisschen schwierig gestaltete sich die Unterkunftssuche, was sich aber letztlich mit kleinen Umwegen (über Blankenrode) und mit ÖPNV (Giershagen-Obermarsberg sowie Heringhausen-Bestwig) relativ gut machen ließ. An einer Stelle war allerdings der Weg im Grunde nicht mehr vorhanden: Der Pfad parallel zur K1 auf der ersten Etappe. Hier ist es vielleicht möglich bei längerer Trockenheit im Frühjahr noch durch zu kommen aber wenn Brennnessel und Brombeeren erstmal wachsen, braucht man Machete und reißfeste Kleidung. Außerdem haben umgefallene Bäume den Pfad an zwei Stellen komplett weggerissen. Alternative ist, auf der K1 zu bleiben, ist aber auch nicht ungefährlich....
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    Paderborner Dom
    Photo: Sandra Herberholt, Community
    Kaum ein Durchkommen
    Photo: Sandra Herberholt, Community
    Kloster Dalheim
    Photo: Sandra Herberholt, Community
    Photo: Sandra Herberholt, Community
    Photo: Sandra Herberholt, Community
    Einer von vielen Pilgersteinen auf dem Weg
    Photo: Sandra Herberholt, Community
    In Altenvalbert
    Photo: Sandra Herberholt, Community
    Written October 09, 2024
  • May 29, 2023
    Daniel K
    Eine schöne und abwechslungsreiche Tour. Etwas viel Asphalt oder breite Fahrwege, aber da es praktisch ohne Verkehr ist, macht das nichts. Alles dabei - Feld, Wald und Wiese. Und zum Schluss eine Einkehr im Café am Schloss.
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    Written May 29, 2023
  • January 25, 2021
    Rolf Strate 
    January 25, 2021
    Ich bin die Tour im Winter mit dem Wagen abgefahren. Einfach super! Eine tolle Landschaft und schöne Schlösser und ehemalige Kloster.
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    Photo: Rolf Strate, Community
    Written January 25, 2021
  • June 19, 2020
    Alexander Spot
    Schöner Wanderweg, perfekt auch für Kinder
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    Written June 19, 2020
    Hiking Trail
    NRW PB Kapellenhof
  • February 28, 2020
    Karl-Rudolf Böttcher
    October 15, 2019
    Zum Kommentar von Heinz-Jörg Hefer: Der Weg ist gut ausgeschildert bis auf die angesprochene Unterführung in Paderborn. Daher ist keine Wegbeschreibung im Einzelnen notwendig!
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    Written February 28, 2020
  • October 23, 2018
    Julian L.
    October 20, 2018
    Eine schöne und abwechslungsreiche Rundtour mit tollen Aussichten und viel Wald.
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    Written October 23, 2018
    Hiking Trail
    NRW PB Gellinghausen
  • September 30, 2016
    T D
    Schöne Tour
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    Written September 30, 2016
    Hiking Trail
    Haxter Grund PB

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