- Culturally interesting
Idyllic Dill valley and Rothaar ridge with great views - you can combine the two wonderfully on the Dill mountain tour.
Mühlenhof 1 - Haiger-Offdilln
Mühlenhof 1 - Haiger-Offdilln
Further information about the Rothaarsteig can be found at www.rothaarsteig.de or by calling the free service hotline on +49 2974 / 499 4163, where we will be happy to advise you personally on your tour planning.
Idyllic Dilltal valley and the Rothaarsteig ridge with its panoramic views - you can discover both on the "Dill-Bergtour" Rothaarsteig trail. After starting on the outskirts of Offdilln, the trail runs through the historic Hauberg Offdilln, which provides insights into this ancient form of forest management. The picturesque source of the "Bocksborn" invites you to take a break. Once you reach the Rothaarsteig, magnificent views of the Lahn-Dill-Bergland and Siegerland open up. The evening atmosphere on the "nose in the wind" viewing platform on Tiefenrother Höhe is a real experience! The nearby Haubergspfad trail provides further insights into the activities of forest users. The rangers of the Landesbetrieb Wald und Holz NRW offer guided tours here on request. Passing the 220-year-old "Lucaseiche" oak near the "Forsthaus Steinbach", the trail leads past Dillbrecht back to Offdilln.
Offdilln - Historischer Hauber Offdilln - Bockshornquelle - Gernsbacher Höhe - viewing platform "Nase im Wind" - Tiefenrother Höhe - Haubergspfad - Kalteiche - Lucaseiche - Dillbrecht - Offdilln
The Rothaarsteig leads along numerous natural paths away from agricultural and forestry roads. Weatherproof clothing and sturdy shoes are therefore a must for every hike. We want you to experience the "Path of the Senses" not only "dry" but also "well".
In our small hiking store at www.rothaarsteig.de/shop you will also find a selection of Rothaarsteig items to prepare for your tour or as a souvenir. We are also happy to recommend the durable and high-quality outdoor equipment from our long-standing partner, the outdoor outfitter Tatonka.
Hiking rucksack
A suitable hiking rucksack will make your tour on the Rothaarsteig twice as much fun! Hiking rucksacks have a ventilated carrying system that makes them very comfortable to wear, as this ensures that sweat can evaporate immediately. They can be fastened with a waist or hip belt and thus sit firmly on your back with every movement. They are also equipped with a practical holder for hiking poles and often have a compartment with a tube outlet for a hydration bladder, so that hydration is ensured at all times.
Rainwear
If changeable weather is forecast for your tour on the Rothaarsteig, remember to pack alight rain jacket or rain poncho. They take up virtually no space in your rucksack and also keep out unpleasant wind. Gaiters that protect your trouser legs from dirt and moisture are also practical. At our partner outdoor outfitter Tatonka, you will find high-quality, breathable rain jackets with minimal pack size, lightweight rain capes and gaiters for trouser legs to protect them from dirt and moisture.
Here you can find Tatonka rain jackets for women
You can find Tatonka rain jackets for men here
First aid kit
To make sure you can enjoy your hiking tour on the Rothaarsteig to the full, a first aid kit should be in your rucksack. After all, nothing is more annoying than not being able to immediately treat a blister on your foot or minor injuries. The first aid kits from Tatonka are filled with all the important materials for first aid treatment of injuries and also contain an "outdoor cheat sheet" with a concise and clear guide to the correct behavior in case of emergencies in the great outdoors.
You can find Tatonka first aid kits here!
Food and drinks
On some stages, especially between Lahnhof and Dillenburg, there are unfortunately no refreshment stops along the way. Remember to pack food and drink, especially here. Especially in summer, it is important to stay hydrated.
Information about the rescue signs on the Rothaarsteig
Most hiking trails run away from towns and settlements and all hikers have certainly thought about what would happen if an emergency were to occur. How can I be found here? Where am I anyway? Can the emergency services reach me?
In an emergency, things have to happen quickly! That's why the Rothaarsteig is equipped with so-called rescue signs throughout. The green and white plaques attached to the posts of the signposts have a number that you must give when making an emergency call. This way, the emergency services know exactly where you are and valuable time can be saved.
Note on the increased risk of forest fires
Please bear in mind that there is currently an increased risk of forest fires due to the drought! Therefore, please observe the following instructions:
When it is (too) late:
The forest will thank you!
To help you prepare for your hike, we will be happy to send you our free information pack. At www.rothaarst eig.de/prospekte you can easily select the information you need. A good companion for every tour is our brochure "Rothaarsteig Wegweiser" (Rothaarsteig Trail Guide) with the hosts along the trail and other useful information.
In our brochure "Rothaarsteig Trails - All circular hiking trails at a glance" you will find map sections, brief explanations and a map of the Breitscheid cave tour for all 14 circular hiking trails. You can order the booklet conveniently and free of charge at www.rothaarsteig.de/prospekte or view it online as a PDF or flip catalog.
We also recommend the hiking pass for the Rothaarsteig trails. If you have hiked 8 of the 14 trails in total, you will receive a hiking certificate and a Rothaarsteig pin and take part in our annual prize draw. You can also order the hiking pass free of charge at www.rothaarsteig.de/prospekte or download it directly online.
You can order the original Rothaarsteig hiking map on a scale of 1:50000 on waterproof paper, with up-to-date route guidance and useful markings, such as shelters, parking lots, bus stops and much more, free of charge to your home at www.rothaarsteig.de/wanderkarte for €11.00.
There is a train station in Haiger-Dillbrecht directly on the tour. You can of course also start your hike there. In this case, we recommend hiking from Dillbrecht in the direction of Offdilln.
You can find more information at www.bahn.de.
Free parking spaces are available for hikers in Offdilln.