Due to various circumstances, there may always be closures, detours or restrictions along the Rothaarsteig. The current information known to us is summarized here. If you come across an obstacle that is not yet mentioned here, please let us know by sending an email to info@rothaarsteig.de.
The forestry offices on the Rothaarsteig would like to point out that due to the bark beetle problem and the associated necessary timber harvesting measures in the forests, hiking trails may be closed at short notice. Walking on closed paths is prohibited and life-threatening! We ask you to observe the closures and not to enter these paths.
You can also find more information on how to behave in the forest at: https: //www.wald-und-holz.nrw.de/wald-erleben/verhalten-im-wald
We would like to point out that the condition of the paths may be somewhat affected due to the necessary timber harvesting measures.
We are currently not aware of any restrictions.
Avoidance of forest fires
To avoid forest fires, we ask you to observe the following rules!
When it is (too) late:
The forest will thank you!