Mountain lake tour

The Bergsee tour, a regional circular cycle tour, starts in Winterberg. The route begins with an extensive descent through Silbach to Siedlinghausen, following the R16 cycle path continuously. In the center of Siedlinghausen, the route branches off from the R16 cycle path in a southerly direction. The path then climbs up to the Meisterstein. There, after a short walk, you will reach a vantage point that offers sweeping views of the mountain lake. The mountain lake is a relic of former diabase mining. Entering the lake is not permitted for reasons of protection and because it is private property. Along the route, the region offers cyclists a wide range of places to stop for refreshments and to process their impressions. The route continues downhill again to Silbach. After crossing the L740 and the R16, the route follows the Sb3 hiking trail, which includes an ascent to the wayside shrine and the Sankt Blasius hut. From this point, a rapid descent follows, which finally leads into the Ruhr Valley cycle path, which is used to return to Winterberg.

You can find a list of helpful tips on equipment at:
www.adfc.de/themen/auf-tour/radtourenplanung/checkliste-packen/

Please pack your charging device. You can charge your battery at many restaurateurs.

A rescue point system has been installed throughout the region (Soest district, Hochsauerland district, Märkischer district, Olpe district and Siegen-Wittgenstein district). Rescue points can be found on the information boards at the junctions of the South Westphalia cycle network.

The view of the mountain lake should be taken advantage of, especially wonderful in fine weather. A detour to the source of the Ruhr is worthwhile.

The BVA cycling guide "Alte Bahntrassen im Sauerland" 1:50,000: € 14.95 (plus € 2.50 packaging and postage) offers a tour description as well as further information on the sights along the way.

BVA ADFC regional map Sauerland (with junction system) 1:75,000: € 8.95 (€ 2.50 packaging and postage, foreign postage € 3.70)

BVA cycle excursion guide Old railroad routes in the Sauerland 1:50,000: € 14.95 (plus € 2.50 packaging and shipping)

Bike Arena Sauerland: map sheet Hochsauerland 1:35,000: € 6.00

You can order here

Publicpress: Ruhr-Sieg-Radweg, Meschede - Kirchen (Sieg) 1:50.000: € 9.99

The route can be reached via Winterberg station.

Am Kurpark 4

59955 Winterberg
Phone: 02981 92500

There are plenty of parking spaces in front of the tourist information office.