- 3:30 h
- 12.71 km
- 311 m
- 136 m
- 117 m
- 352 m
- 235 m
- Start: Reinhardshagen/Veckerhagen
- Destination: Sababurg
The just under 13 km of the second section of the Weserbergland-Weg continue here through the Reinhardswald and along its edge over meadows and pastures into the Olbe Valley. Here, a magnificent, dense forest and tall royal ferns await the hiker. This unique landscape invites you to immerse yourself in nature. The destination of this stage is the legendary Sababurg, known from the Sleeping Beauty story.
The 675-year-old Sababurg is surrounded by a large animal park, and the Sababurg ancient forest can also be explored.
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Directions
Veckerhagen, a district of Reinhardshagen, is located directly on the Weser River. Colorful half-timbered houses from earlier centuries group here in an almost unique way around the church, creating a picture of enclosed ensembles. Many half-timbered houses are richly decorated and bear inscriptions on the frame wood. One of the landmarks of the village is the historic reaction ferry, which transports guests from one side of the Weser to the other using only the power of the water. A special kind of experience! Also not to be missed in Veckerhagen is a visit to the ironworks, a complex comprising a machine factory, foundry house, rose house, and Veckerhagen mining office.
On your way northward, the Weserbergland-Weg runs along the edge of the Reinhardswald through meadows and pastures. Afterwards, it leads into the Olbe Valley, named after the Olbe River, which flows into the Weser. The Olbe Valley is known for its beautiful forest stock. Lots of rustic greenery, tall royal ferns, and some tall, light old tree stands offer new impressions to enjoy again and again. The stage destination is the Sababurg, known as the legendary Sleeping Beauty castle of the Brothers Grimm. 675-year-old fairy-tale stories can be experienced up close during a visit. Since the Sababurg is currently undergoing extensive renovation, we ask you to check with the Naturpark Reinhardswald Tourist Information beforehand about visit possibilities and nearby accommodation options. The Sababurg is surrounded by a large animal park and an ancient forest.
Equipment
Sturdy footwear is required. In summer, you should carry enough water.
Directions & Parking facilities
Information on various arrival options can be found here.
Further information is available from local tourist information offices and in our interactive map.
Information on public transport on the Weserbergland-Weg can be found here.
Additional information
Literature
Service booklet: The Weserbergland-Weg, with map excerpts, route descriptions, as well as hotel and restaurant tips. Available free of charge at http://www.weserberglandweg.de
License (master data)
Weserbergland Tourismus e.V.
Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author
Immerse yourself in the past with colorful half-timbered houses or dive into the fairy-tale world of the Brothers Grimm at the Sleeping Beauty castle.
Safety guidelines
Good surefootedness is required in some places. Divide the route into stages according to your strength. It can be slippery in some places when wet.
Map
Map "Weserbergland-Weg", current route guidance, access paths and other forest and hiking trails, size: 11 x 18.5 cm, paperback (TB), German, scale: 1:50000 Publisher: Kompass ISBN 978-3-85026-861-5
Interactive map "Der Weserbergland-Navigator", digital route guidance, elevation profiles, and GPS tracks. Here is the Weserbergland Navigator.
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