Bergneustadt: Old Town, Hiking Trails and Outdoor Pool
Accommodation in Bergneustadt
In the historic old town, buildings and a fountain take center stage; signposted hiking trails, churches, scenic views and the outdoor pool complete the picture. Consider whether you’d like to focus your trip on culture, a hike or a seasonal swim. The following places and activities offer specific themes to help you plan your stay.
Old Town and Museum
The half-timbered houses and the Losemund Fountain are among the sights in the historic old town. The fountain depicts two washerwomen known as Minchen and Jettchen. The Protestant Old Town Church retains features of its Gothic predecessor and is one of the city’s oldest landmarks. The tour of the historic old town begins at this church.
The local history museum in Bergneustadt displays numerous exhibits and offers a guided tour of the listed historic old town. Check the booking details with the provider if you plan to take this tour.
Hiking Trails and Churches
Bergneustadt has almost 200 kilometers of signposted hiking trails. These include a section of the Bergisches Panorama Trail and the Bergischer Streifzug No. 11, the “Feuer und Flamme-Weg” (“Fire and Flame Trail”). Some sections are also suitable for cycling, so the specific route matters when planning a bike ride. The total length of the trail network may change over time.
In Wiedenest, the Protestant church is about 1,000 years old and features original 15th-century murals. The Protestant Kreuzkirche Wiedenest is one of the five “Colorful Churches”; the official starting point of the Bonte-Kerken-Tour is located there.
Scenic Views and Outdoor Pool
In clear weather, the observation tower on the Knollen offers views as far as the Rhine Plain to the west, the Ebbegebirge to the northeast and the Westerwald to the south. These destinations lie in three different directions; clear visibility is important for these views.
The Bergneustadt outdoor pool has a heated 50-meter pool with seven lanes. It also has a diving tower with platforms at heights of 1, 3 and 5 meters, as well as an 85-meter-long water slide. Seasonal opening hours may vary; check the operator’s latest information before your visit.
Planning Hikes in the Oberbergischer Kreis
In the wider travel destination of Oberbergischer Kreis, five Bergisches Land hiking maps provide guidance for route planning. They show the complete current network of hiking trails in Rheinisch-Bergischer Kreis and Oberbergischer Kreis. Check the specific edition before buying. The Höhenroute starts at the Nümbrecht Kurpark hiking parking lot, is signposted throughout and can also be navigated using GPS via Outdooractive. It takes its name from the beautiful landscape and unique views from the ridges. Check route details before setting out.
Also in Oberbergischer Kreis, the Wasserquintett cycling route starts and ends at Marienheide railway station. Many sections follow disused railway lines with gentle gradients and are suitable for e-bikes and touring bikes. As route conditions and signage may change, check the details before your ride.
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Return to the overview of the wider travel destination: Oberbergischer Kreis.
