Wewelsburg Castle
The only triangular castle in Germany still built today in a closed structure.
High above the Almetal River, Paderborn's prince-bishops built Wewelsburg Castle in the Weser Renaissance style on a mountain spur between 1603 and 1609. Experience history up close, enjoy diverse views and insights, the castle's gastronomy, or a short break in the youth hostel. Whether you arrive alone, as a family or group, as a hiker or by bike - discover the ever-changing variety of themes at Wewelsburg Castle.
Dalheim Monastery
Here, ancient walls meet modern architecture, 800 years of history meet extraordinary exhibitions, Ora meets labora, orders meet people, gardens meet nature lovers, and idyll meets adventure. The Dalheim Monastery Foundation. LWL State Museum of Monastic Culture invites you to discover the diversity of monastic culture.
Sternrodt Mountain Toboggan Run
Speed down to the valley on the Sternrodler!
"Fasten your seatbelts: A thrilling ride on the Sternrodler awaits! Two-person bobsleighs take you up the mountain – and then the passengers of the open-air toboggan run whizz down through seven curves. Watch out, there's a jump, only flying is better!"
The Alpine Coaster, nestled in the Bruchhausen natural scenery, boasts ride heights of up to 5 meters and particularly steep sections. The bobsleighs run on ground-based tracks and reach speeds of up to 45 km/h. With intervals of approximately 25 meters, each rider determines their own pace and riding style. The upper section of the track leads through a spruce forest, while the lower section runs through a beech forest that's over 100 years old.
Willingen Climbing Hall
Climbing, bouldering, and archery all under one roof. Here you'll get your money's worth. Show off your skills. At the 750 m² climbing wall with up to 180 routes, the bouldering hall with an 85° overhang, or try archery in one of our two archery halls.
Brilon Golf Course, Winterberg, …..
Socializing, fun, concentration, and sports for all ages. There are the following golf clubs nearby:
https://golfclub-winterberg.de/
https://www.golfclub-schmallenberg.de/
http://golfclub-brilon.de/
Fort Fun
Here in the largest amusement park in the Sauerland (North Rhine-Westphalia), we offer fun and action for the whole family – whether it's a roller coaster, log flume, summer toboggan run, hang glider, Ferris wheel, indoor playground, or our show program – there's something for everyone.
Archery
Our course can be used by traditional archers with their own equipment and course experience. Our guests must meet the following requirements: Experience visiting a course, knowledge of and compliance with the course rules, and valid personal liability insurance.
Geocaching
Geocaching in the Sauerland region offers many opportunities. We're happy to help you find the most beautiful caches and routes. Tips for cache walks and beautiful caches in the area.
On the southern slope of the "Brilon Iron Mountain" near Olsberg, a total of four tunnels were excavated during the 18th century to access the massive iron ore deposits inside the mountain. One of these tunnels, the Philippstollen, is open to visitors today.
Would you like to explore our wonderful nature and get to know its inhabitants? Then the wildlife park is the perfect place for you. There's always something new to discover, and a rich opportunity to experience the beauty of nature and get to know it better awaits you.
The approximately one-hour brewery tour begins in the brewhouse, where you'll watch the film "Willingen and its Brewery." Afterwards, our master brewer will welcome you for a guided tour. Here, expert explanations will be given of how our beer is brewed according to the German Purity Law of 1516.
Westphalian Salt Mines Adventure Museum
Here, everything revolves around salt!
Located between the Kolk and Rosenau streams, the Haulle farm has been in existence for over 600 years. In 2015, the adventure museum opened its interactive exhibition in the old farm building, which can be experienced with all the senses. The farm also includes a bakery and a granary, which will be completely restored in 2020. In addition to our fully accessible exhibition, our Siedehütte bistro and our museum shop await you.
Bilsteintal Stalactite Cave and Wildlife Park
The Bilstein Cave, Wildlife Park, and Forest Playground in Warstein are open year-round.
Visits to the Wildlife Park and Forest Playground, as well as parking, are free!
In the middle of the Arnsberg Forest - between Warstein and Eversberg - stands the "Lörmecke Tower" at the highest point of the nature park (580 m above sea level).
In good weather, there is a magnificent panoramic view of the Hochsauerland region, across the Haarstrang mountain range and the Westphalian Bay to the Teutoburg Forest. The observation tower is located directly on the Sauerland Forest Route premium hiking trail.
The tower's architecture is interesting: its silhouette resembles a Warsteiner Pilsner glass and is made of crisscrossed round timbers from local Douglas fir stands. A steel spiral staircase inside the tower leads to two intermediate platforms and the final viewing platform. From Eversberg, there is a circular hike to the observation tower: the Lörmecke Tower Trail.
At the Curioseum, you can discover and marvel at what Hans Schlömer from Willingen collected, bought, and built over the course of his life. These are mostly curiosities from Germany and the rest of the world, which have been transformed into an astonishing exhibition.
In 2500 square meters, you will find thousands of exhibits on two floors. The 650-meter-long, barrier-free tour leads visitors on a path full of both the educational and the impossible. From the sad remnants of Willingen's aviation industry to delicious canned monkey brains and the unique Mercedes-Benz 300 SL "Gullwing," there's something worth seeing for everyone.
Visitors who shake their heads should take a second look here and there to perhaps understand the ideas and stories behind the exhibits. Otherwise, a guided tour through the Curiosum can also help shed some light on the mystery.
Our cable car takes hikers up high every day.
We can finally reopen our platform on the Hochheide Tower. Enjoy the view from the highest point in northwest Germany. Our cable car is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The last ride uphill is at 4:45 p.m.
Willingen Glassblowing Workshop
Experience how a 1300°C hot mass transforms into beautiful, unique pieces of glass, taking on their shape and color. Make your visit a true experience and blow your own glass.
Warsteiner Brewery
