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North Rhine-Westphalia
Märkischer Kreis
Plettenberg

Oestertal Dam – Oestertalsperre Trailhead loop from Berndebachtal

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Germany
North Rhine-Westphalia
Märkischer Kreis
Plettenberg

Oestertal Dam – Oestertalsperre Trailhead loop from Berndebachtal

Moderate

4.4

(11)

27

hikers

Oestertal Dam – Oestertalsperre Trailhead loop from Berndebachtal

02:02

6.86km

200m

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: August 6, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

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Naturpark Sauerland-Rothaargebirge

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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303 m

Water Level Gauge at Sauerland Reservoir

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In September 2025, the water level (in all dams in the Sauerland region) will be extremely low.
You can see this clearly here...

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322 m

Oestertal Dam

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Impressive building. And beautifully situated in the valley.

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972 m

The benches are really very lovingly decorated. In warm temperatures they are wonderful benches to rest.

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1.12 km

Here you can take a break and let your gaze wander over the water

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1.75 km

In fact, almost all types of hiking trails can be found here. Asphalt, forest roads and paths.

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5.18 km

beautiful hiking trail

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5.40 km

View of the Oestertalsperre Dam

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a great view from the forest of the insta dam

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6.80 km

Oestertalsperre Trailhead

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From this hiking car park you can start tours on the world-famous P-Weg or Höhenflug. Of course, many other tours are also possible!

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6.86 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.85 km

509 m

327 m

139 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

5.12 km

1.04 km

648 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (510 m)

Lowest point (360 m)

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Friday 9 October

13°C

7°C

58 %

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