Rundwanderweg südlicher Biggesee

Hiking trails & Routes

Germany

North Rhine-Westphalia

Rundwanderweg südlicher Biggesee

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Rundwanderweg südlicher Biggesee

02:40

9.50km

190m

Hiking

This circular hike on the southern Biggesee is ideal for a relaxing day of hiking with the family. The route is varied and offers beautiful views of the water. Individual climbs provide some exercise, but are easy to manage - even with children who enjoy being outdoors.

Along the way, highlights such as the view of the village of Sondern, quiet natural sections and exciting perspectives of the lake await you. For children, the proximity to the water, small paths and the changing environment ensure variety. On warm days, there is even the possibility of a refreshing break by the water.

The starting point is easily accessible by train (Olpe-Sondern train station). Parking is also available. There are restaurants and rest areas along the route or near the lake. Nevertheless, take enough drinks and small snacks with you - especially if you are traveling with children. Swimwear is very worthwhile if the weather cooperates.

by Sauerland-Tourismus

Last updated: April 10, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

Please check local regulations for:

Naturpark Sauerland-Rothaargebirge

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.42 km

Biggesee Beach Sondern

Highlight • Beach

Here is a designated area with a lawn for sunbathing and direct access to the lake. A toilet block and a small snack bar/kiosk are just a few meters away.

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2.27 km

Forest path

Highlight • Trail

The hiking trail partly leads over "narrow paths". Feels like a small hiking adventure.

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3.73 km

Sauerland Panorama

Highlight • Viewpoint

You can rest on a bench here and enjoy the magnificent panoramic view. There is a summit book in a box.

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7.45 km

Bigge Reservoir – Vordamm Eichhagen

Highlight • Lake

Very nice hikes are possible here.👍

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9.50 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.99 km

1.58 km

1.15 km

769 m

Surfaces

5.35 km

2.32 km

976 m

753 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (390 m)

Lowest point (310 m)

Weather

Saturday 10 October

12°C

6°C

52 %

Additional weather tips

Max wind speed: 21.0 km/h

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Comments

September 22, 2023,Biggesee ab Sondern 😃⛅️

Today the tour took us around from Sondern on and above the Biggesee. Always nice at Biggesee 🙂

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January 30, 2022,A5 Rundweg um den südlichen Teil des Biggesees 30.01.2022 🌥🌬⚓️

A5 circular route around the southern part of Lake Bigge
01/30/2022 🌥🌬⚓️
With the identifier A5, the Sauerland Mountain Club (SGV) has created a beautiful circular hike on the Biggesee in the Sauerland. You start in Sondern - the only sea station in North Rhine-Westphalia. And the Olper district not only has a train station to offer, there is also …

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September 5, 2026,Biggesee, südlicher Rundweg

Unfortunately, I had a small mishap while recording the route.
We started in the large parking lot above the Seeterrassen and then walked past it. So about 10.5 km.

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August 16, 2025,Ein Stück vom Biggesee

A trip to Lake Bigge.
After a 90-minute drive, we took another short walk.

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October 10, 2023,Wanderung: Runde am und über den Biggesee von Sondern

In wonderful hiking weather we set off from Sondern to go on a nice hike around the Biggesee. The route requires a certain level of fitness, as small inclines also have to be climbed. But you will be rewarded with a lot of impressions and a wonderful panorama on and around the Biggesee. Can only be recommended.

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June 4, 2023,Blick auf die Bigge – Gipfelbuch mit Panoramablick Runde von Sondern

In the best weather with wonderful inspirations!
The tour is very varied, from boring alpine paths to adventurous forest paths! And always a breathtaking view of the Bigge!

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August 11, 2023,Biggesee (Sauerland)

A visit to the Biggesee is a must on a short trip to the Sauerland. There is plenty of free parking to be found around the lake. Our starting point was at the Kessehammer car park. Unfortunately, many trees were felled in the forest. This sometimes makes it difficult to navigate. The swimming area was open and was also free. …

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October 9, 2022,Sauerland-Panorama – Gipfelbuch mit Panoramablick Runde von Sondern

Fantastic tour in the morning on the Bigge, when the mist droplets get caught in the cobwebs and shimmer in all 🌈 colors against the light. The fog rises over the Bigge and a sunny day begins. You feel like you're on vacation, and home is nice too. 🌞😍

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March 23, 2026

This circular hike on the southern Biggesee is ideal for a relaxing day of hiking with the family. The route is varied and offers beautiful views of the water. Individual climbs provide some exercise, but are easy to manage - even with children who enjoy being outdoors.
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Along the way, highlights such

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