--- title: "Weser Uplands Route" url: "https://www.niedersachsen-tourism.com/experience-discover/active-adventures/hiking/long-distance-hiking/weser-uplands-route" description: "Weser Uplands Route – a fantastic long-distance hiking trail through fairytale landscapes, historic towns and impressive natural surroundings. Discover dense forests, high moors, castles and legendary places such as Hamelin and Bodenwerder. An unforgettable hiking experience along the Weser." language: "en" breadcrumb: "Root > Home > Experience & Discover > Active adventures > Hiking > Long-distance hiking > Weser Uplands Route" --- Weser Uplands Route =================== Rucksack on, daily life off – 225 km of pure nature Take a deep breath – and off you go! The Weser Uplands Route (Weserbergland-Weg) invites you to enjoy spectacular scenery, legendary castles and views that will take your breath away. From to Porta Westfalica, this long-distance trail, one of the certified Top Trails of Germany, offers a rich variety of landscapes and charming towns steeped in history and culinary delights. Your adventure unfolds along well-signposted paths ranging from moderate to challenging, making it ideal for everyone from seasoned walkers to nature lovers. Play external content Please accept all necessary cookies to watch this video. Fairy tales and legendary views A walking route full of highlights ---------------------------------- Your journey begins in the half-timbered town of . From here, the path leads through the to . Not far from the Baroque town of Bad Karlshafen, you’ll find the Weser Skywalk – a rewarding detour offering a breathtaking panoramic view over the river. Welfenschloss Hann. Münden mit historischer Werrabrücke Weserstein Hann. Münden Sababurg Blick vom Weser-Skywalk On the trail of nature Striking impressions in the nature park --------------------------------------- Entering the S, recognised as a ‘Walkable Germany’ Quality Region, is one of the highlights of the route. Ancient woodlands, lakes, raised bogs and conservation grazers such as the Heck cattle and Exmoor ponies leave a lasting impression. The oak-lined avenue between Silberborn and Schönhagen forms part of the , where spacious, animal-friendly enclosures invite visitors to take a closer look. An imperial finale with a panoramic view The Porta Westfalica -------------------- The route continues across upland moors to Stadtoldendorf and the , before taking another fairy tale turn: after the Cinderella village of Polle, with its castle of the same name, comes – once home to Baron Münchhausen and his incredible tales. The Pied Piper town of and the Hohenstein Cliffs point the way to the Schillat Cave, Germany’s northernmost dripstone cave. You then come upon the historical town centre of via the Paschenburg and Schaumburg Castle. And when the trail ends at the , lose yourself in the breathtaking views of the Weser Valley. Culinary delights and comfort guarantee total relaxation Walkable Germany (Wanderbares Deutschland) ------------------------------------------ Wanderbares Deutschland The quality seal points the way to accommodation and dining options that cater to walkers. After an active day, you can wind down in comfort. Whether it’s fresh trout, hearty bread platters or traditional roast dishes – there’s something for everyone. Afterwards, cosy country inns or comfortable hotels offer a welcoming place to stay. And if you’re looking for something special, you might opt for a castle hotel or a charming half-timbered guesthouse. The Weser Uplands Route isn’t just Germany’s fairy tale route – it’s a path through stunningly scenic landscapes, offering 225 km of pure walking pleasure. Weser Uplands Route The stages at a glance - **Solling-Vogler-Region im Weserbergland e.V.** Lindenstraße 8 37603 Holzminden - Neuhaus Telefon: +49 55 36 960970 or