- Family-friendly
- Circular Trail
- Tour with a Dog
- Mostly shaded
- free of charge / accessible at any time
SinnePfad at Hennesee
10 interactive stations are waiting for you! An easy hike for the whole family
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Right nearby—in the middle of the Hennedam—is the "Himmelstreppe" (Stairway to Heaven) with a viewing platform.
Tour starting point:
Hennesee Lakeside Trail
Tour destination point:
Hennesee Lakeside Trail
Properties:
Additional Information
Description & Flyer for the SinnePfad:
https://www.hennesee-sauerland.de/sauerland/freizeit/naturlehrpfade/SinnePfad/
Category
ThemenwegLength
2.9 kmDuration
0:59 hElevation ascent
101 mElevation descent
101 mLowest point
333 mHighest point
434 mCondition
Difficulty
Recommended seasons
Welcome to the SinnePfad in the Hennesee Vacation Region!
A trail for the whole family—here, everyone can touch and try out the individual stations while testing their senses at the same time.
Nature and the forest are full of undiscovered surprises, because we only see, feel, hear, or taste a very small part of what they have to offer. A few thousand years ago, human senses were even more acute. Today, they’re becoming increasingly dulled by unnatural loud noises, garish colors, and the hustle and bustle of daily life.
The SinnePfad offers you the chance to sharpen your senses again for vital natural processes that aren’t so loud, garish, or hectic. Embark on a sensory journey of discovery. You might recognize the hammering of the European great spotted woodpecker. But do you know how it locates its prey inside the tree trunk?
Interactive Stations
10 interactive stations along the 2.0 km-long SinnePfad give you the chance to let nature surprise you in a playful way. Living with purpose means being aware of your surroundings and treating them with respect. We humans are in this together with nature.
The Trail
From the walking path along the shore of Lake Hennesee, it’s about 650 m to the SinnePfad. Just before the start, you’ll see an information board showing the trail’s route. From here, it’s another 450 m to the entrance gate of the SinnePfad. From there, follow the trail clockwise. Since it’s a natural trail, it’s not accessible to people with disabilities and isn’t suitable for strollers.
If you’re traveling with a stroller, you should use the forest path that runs parallel to it. It’s also recommended to use this alternative route in winter or during wet weather.
Parking
There are plenty of parking options along Lake Hennesee. We recommend using the Hennedamm hiking parking lot (near the Hennedamm Hotel, Am Stadtpark 6). From there, you can take the footpath that leads to the dam. If you prefer a more athletic challenge, climb the dam via the 333 steps of the “Himmelstreppe” (Stairway to Heaven). Once you reach the Hennedamm, turn left and follow the path along the shore. You’ll soon pass the “SinnePfad” sign. Here, turn left and head uphill into the forest. About 500 meters past the information board, you’ll reach the entrance to the “SinnePfad.” From here, follow the path clockwise through the forest. Have fun!
Information
Equipment
Sturdy shoes; parts of the trail are a beaten path through the woods
Author Tip
If you're out and about with a stroller, use the forest trail that runs parallel to the main path. This alternative route is also recommended in wet weather.
The regular route of the SinnePfad is not accessible and is not suitable for strollers.
Literature
Information about the SinnePfad: https://www.hennesee-sauerland.de/sauerland/freizeit/naturlehrpfade/SinnePfad/
Flyer for the SinnePfad at Hennesee: https://www.hennesee-sauerland.de/kontakt-tourist-information/prospektbestellung/gastgeberverzeichnis/
Maps
Hiking Map "Around Lake Hennesee"
Hiking Map Meschede-Freienohl, ISBN 978-3-89920-787-3
Hiking Map Meschede-Bestwig, ISBN 978-3-89920-788-0
The hiking maps are drawn to a scale of 1:30,000 and are GPS-accurate. The back of each map contains information on attractions, places to stop for refreshments, and leisure activities, as well as an overview of the loop hiking trails with distance information and tour recommendations for each location.
The maps are weatherproof, tear-resistant, and wipeable. The individual hiking maps are available at the “Rund um den Hennesee” tourist information offices. They can also be ordered from bookstores throughout Germany.
https://www.hennesee-sauerland.de/sauerland/freizeit/wanderwege/wanderkarten-bestwig-Meschede/
Public transit
Take the train to Meschede Station; from there, the S70 runs regularly to Hennesee.
Get off at the “Meschede, Stadtpark” or “Meschede, Hennesee” stop.
How to get there
From Meschede, take the B55 toward Hennesee
Parking
There are plenty of parking options along Lake Hennesee. We recommend using the Hennedamm hiking parking lot (at Hotel Hennedamm, Zum Stadtpark 6, 59872 Meschede). From there, you can take the footpath that leads to the dam.
If you prefer a more athletic challenge, you can climb the Hennedamm via the 333 steps of the Himmelstreppe. Once you reach the dam, turn left and follow the path along the shore. You’ll soon see the entrance to the SinnePfad.