Altastenberg is a village situated in the Rothaargebirge mountain range in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. As the highest village in the Sauerland, it offers an elevated landscape characterized by dense forests, rolling hills, and open heathland. This terrain provides a diverse setting for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, gravel biking, road cycling, and more. The region's natural features make it a notable destination for outdoor pursuits.
Altastenberg offers a wide range of outdoor activities for…
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114km
05:33
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Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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37.6km
01:49
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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700m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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37.7km
02:17
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600m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7.48km
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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02:21
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190m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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20.4km
01:33
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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47.6km
03:39
900m
900m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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02:08
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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02:33
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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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00:45
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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01:02
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210m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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39.2km
03:48
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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03:50
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900m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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01:02
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200m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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16
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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6.24km
01:43
110m
110m
Easy mountaineering route. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9.40km
02:37
170m
170m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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6.47km
01:55
190m
190m
Easy mountaineering route. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8.65km
02:36
280m
280m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Altastenberg offers a diverse range of outdoor activities including Hiking, Touring cycling, Gravel biking, Road cycling, Jogging, and Mountain biking. The region features over 80 routes across these sports, catering to various skill levels. The landscape includes dense forests, rolling hills, and open heathland.
Altastenberg is situated directly on the renowned Rothaarsteig long-distance hiking trail, which passes over the Kahler Asten. Other popular routes include loops around the Kahler Asten, offering expansive views. The region is also part of the Sauerland-Höhenflug. For more information, consult the Hiking around Altastenberg guide.
Yes, Altastenberg provides numerous opportunities for touring and road cyclists. Routes like the 'Kahler Asten – Altastenberg loop' from Winterberg offer challenging elevation changes and rewarding views. Many routes feature well-paved surfaces through hilly terrain, forests, and valleys. Detailed options are available in the Cycling around Altastenberg guide.
Altastenberg is an excellent location for gravel biking due to its mix of paved and unpaved roads and forest paths. The varied terrain and natural settings are well-suited for this type of cycling. Specific routes can be found in the Gravel biking around Altastenberg guide.
Yes, Altastenberg features a one-kilometer-long mountain bike arena with routes of varying difficulty. This caters to mountain bikers seeking technical challenges. Further information on trails is available in the MTB Trails around Altastenberg guide.
The most iconic landmark is the Kahler Asten, located just 1.2 miles (2 km) northwest of Altastenberg, offering superb views from its observation tower. Altastenberg itself, as the highest village in Sauerland, provides panoramic views of the surrounding 'land of 1000 mountains and valleys.' The region is part of the Rothaargebirge mountain range.
Altastenberg offers trails suitable for various fitness levels, including easier walks and cycling routes that can be enjoyed by families. The diverse network allows for selection of routes with less elevation gain and shorter distances. The idyllic scenery with mountain meadows and clear streams provides a pleasant environment for family outings.
Altastenberg is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 90,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The routes in the region have an average rating of 4.56 out of 5 stars across over 14,000 ratings. There are 82 total routes available for various sports.
Komoot offers several guides for Altastenberg, including Hiking around Altastenberg, Cycling around Altastenberg, Road Cycling Routes around Altastenberg, Gravel biking around Altastenberg, and MTB Trails around Altastenberg. Guides for jogging and mountaineering are also available.
The official website for Altastenberg tourism is altastenberg.de. For tourist information, the Verkehrsverein Altastenberg can be reached by phone at +49 2981 1241.

