Kahler Asten – Heathland at the Kahler Asten loop from Brandtenberg

Hiking trails & Routes

Germany

North Rhine-Westphalia

Hochsauerlandkreis

Altastenberg

Kahler Asten – Heathland at the Kahler Asten loop from Brandtenberg

Moderate

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Kahler Asten – Heathland at the Kahler Asten loop from Brandtenberg

02:12

7.48km

220m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: July 31, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Naturpark Sauerland-Rothaargebirge

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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2.83 km

Root Path in Naturpark Sauerland-Rothaargebirge

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Great for mountain bikers and really beautiful and natural

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4.01 km

Trails to the Kahler Asten

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A washed-out ravine leads to the Kahler Asten. There are dense blueberry bushes to the right and left. A really nice atmosphere.

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4.47 km

Lenne Spring

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You can really refresh yourself in summer at the Lennequelle. The two cuboids cleverly hide the drainage pipe from which the spring water comes.

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4.73 km

Kahler Asten

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The Kahle Asten is the third highest mountain in the Rothaargebirge but certainly the best known, as it is located directly at the famous tourist destination Winterberg. He is 841 …

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5.08 km

Heathland at the Kahler Asten

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The Kahle Asten with its high plateau and heathland is always worth a visit - no matter what the weather or what time of year! You are guaranteed wide views of the Sauerland.

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5.42 km

View from Kahler Asten

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The Kahler Asten offers some beautiful views and a great heath landscape. The source of the Lenne and the Astenturm are nearby.

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5.72 km

View of the Sauerland Mountains

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7.48 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.98 km

1.21 km

1.01 km

812 m

446 m

Surfaces

2.32 km

2.26 km

1.58 km

873 m

389 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (840 m)

Lowest point (650 m)

Weather

Saturday 10 October

7°C

4°C

55 %

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Comments

June 23, 2024,Brückenpfad Renautal – Kahler Asten Runde von Altastenberg

The trail initially leads through picturesque forests. The ascent is moderate and offers numerous opportunities to enjoy nature. The sun is shining and the treetops provide pleasant shade as we follow the well-signposted paths. Gradually the forest opens up and we reach the treeless summit of the mountain. The panoramic view of the surrounding valleys and forests is impressive. As …

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July 11, 2025,Wanderung Altastenberg - Kahler Asten

I had actually planned a different tour to Kahler Asten. Unfortunately, the bridge path was closed due to fallen trees and broken bridges. So I took the detour. When I got there, my tour guide had back problems, so I had to re-plan and take a short route back. Unfortunately, it wasn't a hike, but it was a nice walk …

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