View of the Obernau Dam – View of the Obernau Dam loop from Netphen

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Kreis Siegen-Wittgenstein

Netphen

View of the Obernau Dam – View of the Obernau Dam loop from Netphen

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2,005

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View of the Obernau Dam – View of the Obernau Dam loop from Netphen

04:12

15.5km

220m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 26, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

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Naturpark Sauerland-Rothaargebirge

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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3.43 km

View of Obernautalsperre

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The Obernautalsperre is great to look at from many perspectives and at any time of the year.

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4.07 km

Rest Area with View of Obernautalsperre

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There were already more than enough highlights here.

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4.19 km

View of the Obernau Dam

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Beautiful view of the heart of the dam - The Staunauer

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4.61 km

View of Obernautalsperre

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One of many beautiful views from the circular route of the Obernautalsperre.

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6.62 km

Nauholz Forebay

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The Obernau dam with its circular path along the water is worthwhile in every season.
Information boards bring us closer to nature.

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8.30 km

View of the Obernau Dam

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The dam offers many beautiful views. You can also run around outside. And leave the paved path.

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9.34 km

Obernau Reservoir

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A little further away from the dam it can be a little quieter.

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11.8 km

The circular route around the dam always offers varied views. It is worthwhile in any weather, even if there is a lot of activity when the weather is nice. Then cyclists, runners and walkers need to work together.

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15.5 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.0 km

1.60 km

702 m

130 m

Surfaces

11.1 km

2.05 km

1.26 km

541 m

420 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Wednesday 7 October

14°C

6°C

80 %

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Max wind speed: 20.0 km/h

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Comments

January 19, 2025,Blick auf die Obernautalsperre – Obernautalsperre Runde von Brauersdorf

This time not by e-bike, but as a walking tour (in high heels) around the Obernau dam. The tarred path around it is very good. However, at this time of year you can expect one or two slippery spots. Be careful!!! Even if it was relatively cool - others would call it COLD - mineral drinks and/or a bar should …

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February 12, 2023,Obernautalsperre Fitnessstand Test 12.02.23 14:03

Today we hiked around the Obernautalsperre again after more than 2 years 🥾. Despite the hazy 🌫☁️ weather, there was always a great view 👀 of the dam. At the same time, with this tour we tested how our fitness level is after the winter break that was far too long (weather far too wet 🌧☔️🌨❄️).

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May 13, 2022,Wanderung, 13.05.2022, Rundweg um die Obernautalsperre

The lap around the Obernautalsperre in Brauersdorf was very nice, I can't do more at the moment.

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November 13, 2021,🇩🇪⭕️ ☔️ Runde um die Obernau Talsperre

Always a nice lap in bad weather.

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February 10, 2024,Rund um die Obernautalsperre

Actually, there is no need for GPS data for this walk around the Obernautalsperre, as I walked the entire time on the asphalted circular path that is laid out around the largest reservoir in Siegerland-Wittgenstein.

The Obernautalsperre is the barrier structure for the 86 hectare Obernau reservoir in the southwest of the Rothaar Mountains in the Siegen-Wittgenstein district. The still …

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February 14, 2025,Kurztrip um Valentinstag-2025: Bad Laasphe und Umgebung

☁️ A short vacation, but enough to relax and collect great impressions!😊

Very interesting stories on the train during the outward journey, beautiful vacation apartment, a bit of "snow sugar" and lots of nature, completely deserted at this time 🌫️
🌲We saw:
- Marburg's old town at night
- Obernautalsperre
- Ginsburg Castle
- Breitenbachtalsperre
- Bad Laasphe and surroundings …

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