Jakobs-Pilgerweg Heidenstraße (Teilstück Winterberg - Schmallenberg - Elspe - Attendorn)

Leipzig - Halle - Kassel - Korbach - Winterberg - Schmallenberg - Elspe - Attendorn- Meinerzhagen - Marienheide - Köln

At 56.8 km, this is a demanding long-distance hike that may be split across multiple days. Experienced hikers typically take around 12 hours and 37 minutes to complete it end-to-end.

As a linear trail, this route has distinct start and end points. Return transport is worth arranging in advance unless you plan to walk back the same way. Follow the JW waymarkers throughout to stay on the official trail line.

As a National Walking Network (NWN) trail, this route represents a nationally recognised hiking corridor. Infrastructure and waymarking are maintained at a high standard.

In Nordrhein-Westfalen (DE), Jakobs-Pilgerweg Heidenstraße (Teilstück Winterberg - Schmallenberg - Elspe - Attendorn) offers a well-defined path through the regional landscape. Local and visiting walkers alike will find it a satisfying and practical route.