Bielstein Gorge – Bielstein Gorge loop from Kohlstädt

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Germany

North Rhine-Westphalia

Kreis Lippe

Schlangen

Bielstein Gorge – Bielstein Gorge loop from Kohlstädt

Hard

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Bielstein Gorge – Bielstein Gorge loop from Kohlstädt

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13.9km

350m

Hiking

Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 30, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 6.73 km for 34 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

Get Directions

3.18 km

Gnarled beeches on the Hohlesteinweg

Highlight • Forest

If you like it quiet and secluded, this is the right place for you. I was here on a sunny day during the summer vacation and nothing was going on except for a handful of hikers and a few mountain bikers. Pure nature! Recommended: long pants, as the paths were very overgrown in places. 😉

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4.24 km

View from Eggeberg

Highlight • Viewpoint

From the Eggeberg there is a beautiful view of the Velmerstot. Unfortunately, from here you can also see the severe loss of forest on the Eggekamm.

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4.91 km

Bauernkampstraße

Mountain Pass

6.78 km

Bielstein Cave (Kellerloch)

Highlight • Cave

The Kellerloch (the Bielstein Cave) is located within the Bielstein Gorge and can only be visited in summer (June to August).

That wouldn't really be for me, though. ☺️

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6.84 km

Bielstein Gorge

Highlight • Gorge

The small canyon system and the associated hollow stone cave is still one of the most significant caves in East Westphalia. In the cleft system of marl limestones of the Upper Cretaceous it was already explored in 1779. However, with only a few exceptions, it remains denied access to the public today, as it is designated as a natural monument and wintering quarters for bats. And that's just as well.

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6.92 km

Bielstein Gorge

Highlight • Gorge

A visit to the Bielstein Gorge is definitely worthwhile. It's truly impressive for this landscape.

The collapsed cave stretches approximately 300 meters long, 20 meters wide, and 15 meters deep between partially overhanging rocks.

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8.09 km

Wild enclosure at Bauerkamp

Highlight • Structure

The Gasthof Bauerkamp is a family business and offers a nice place to stop for a break with a great view.
The food and drinks are delicious and available at moderate prices.

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8.13 km

View of Bad Lippspringe and the Paderborn region from Bauerkamp

Highlight • Viewpoint

The view from the Bauerkamp is beautiful. The view reaches far into the Paderborner Land.

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12.3 km

Vortel Valley

Highlight • Gorge

The Vorteltal is a beautiful, quiet valley, ideal for a relaxing tour.

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13.9 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.45 km

2.77 km

1.99 km

339 m

205 m

142 m

Surfaces

8.86 km

3.36 km

631 m

508 m

471 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (430 m)

Lowest point (200 m)

Weather

Sunday 8 November

9°C

3°C

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Additional weather tips

Max wind speed: 11.0 km/h

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Comments

April 14, 2024,Hohlsteinhöhle-Bilsteinschlucht von Kohlstädt 🦇⛰️

We started from the church in Kohlstädt, after a steady climb we reached the Hohlsteinhöhle, the largest cave in the Lippe region. With a total length of 350 meters and a maximum height of 50 meters, it is one of the most important wintering places for bats from the entire region. We passed gnarled beech trees to the Bilsteinschlucht, an …

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