The Bergisches Land hiking region

Gently rolling hills, meadows, forests, and secluded valleys with rushing streams, reservoirs, and small villages with idyllic lanes and half-timbered houses – that's the Bergisches Land region. Numerous local and industrial history museums, castles, fortresses, and churches bring the region's history and culture to life.

What could be better than exploring this landscape, largely situated within a nature park , on foot? You can enjoy fantastic views, experience nature, and discover many things. For refreshments, you're welcome in one of the cozy restaurants and can fortify yourself with typical Bergisches Land dishes for the next leg of your hike.

With the "Bergischer Weg" and the "Bergischer Panoramasteig," there are two long-distance hiking trails certified as "Quality Trail Wanderable Germany" by the German Hiking Association. Connecting trails allow you to extend your hiking holiday from here to the Natursteig Sieg, the Rheinsteig, the Neanderland STEIG, or the Sauerländischer Höhenflug. The Bergisches Wanderland also boasts numerous themed trails, the "Bergische Streifzüge ," which bring historical, natural, technical, or literary themes to life on tours of varying lengths. Information panels and interactive audio stations along the way ensure plenty of variety for hikers.

If a section is closed or there is a detour, you will find out directly here in our route updates.

Those who want to explore the Bergisches Land hiking region on foot will need refreshments and a chance to rest their legs from time to time. What could be better than stopping for a bite to eat and being pampered after a hike? Numerous hosts in the Bergisches Land region warmly welcome you and offer the opportunity to refuel before tackling the next leg of your journey.

Our hosts invite you to experience the hospitality of the Bergisches Land region in comfortable hotels, family-run country inns, holiday apartments, or private rooms. A special feature is the typical Bergisches Land cuisine, which no visitor should miss. Whether you prefer sweet or savory dishes, there's something for everyone.