Stay in a certified hiking hotel
Hiking vacation in Willingen
Whether spring, summer, fall or winter: A hiking vacation in Willingen will get you moving at any time of year. A variety of hiking trails through forests, high heaths and valleys await you around our sports hotel in the Sauerland. From relaxed walks to extended hiking tours, you can explore nature at your own pace.
Walking, winter hiking, snowshoeing, biking, leisure cycling, skiing or cross-country skiing: numerous other options for an active vacation complement the offer depending on the season. You can combine exercise in the fresh air with relaxing moments and enjoy active vacation days just the way you like them.
Memorable Hiking Moments in Willingen
Active Hiking Vacation in the Sauerland
Discover the Upland in a particularly active way! Several times a year, the Willingen Tourist Information Office invites you to the “Willinger Wandermomente”—five varied, guided hiking tours through the Sauerland’s most beautiful landscapes. Diverse hikes around Willingen offer authentic nature experiences in great company.
Bookings can be made directly through the Willingen Tourist Information Office.
Quality Host: Wanderbares Deutschland
Hiking Through the Sauerland
Willingen and the Sauerland are ideal destinations for an active hiking vacation. Within a small area, you’ll find high mountains with stunning panoramic views, quiet valleys, forests, and lakes, all connected by a network of well-marked hiking trails. High-quality hiking trails such as the Rothaarsteig or Uplandsteig define the region, which has been certified by the German Hiking Association.
As a “Wanderbares Deutschland” quality host, you can expect special services for your hiking trip—such as specially trained staff, transfers, and hiking maps. We’ll help you plan your hiking route and organize individually guided hikes for groups. Just get in touch with us. Once a week, we hike with our guests along the most beautiful trails through the Willinger Mountains. To wrap up the hike, we stop for a hearty stew at our Eimberghütte—on the sun terrace in summer, and by the cozy fireplace in winter.
Choose the right room for your hiking vacation in Hesse—whether you’re traveling alone, as a couple, or with children:
Certified Hiking Hotel
“Wanderbares Deutschland” is an initiative of the German Hiking Association in collaboration with regional partners, guaranteeing you certified quality for hikers.
Below is a selection of the amenities we offer as a certified “Wanderbares Deutschland” quality host:
- Drying room for your gear and clothing
- Up-to-date weather information
- Storage trays for your hiking boots
- Short-term accommodation for hikers (even for just one night)
- Information on local hiking trails and opportunities, as well as suggested routes with additional resources such as hiking maps
- Packed lunches for your day of hiking
- Reservation service for your next stopover
- Pick-up and drop-off service to and from hiking trails
- Luggage transport to your next lodging
For more information, visit www.wanderbares-deutschland.de.
A Hiker's Paradise
The Sporthotel Zum Hohen Eimberg in Willingen offers the perfect accommodations for anyone who enjoys being active outdoors and wants to explore the beautiful landscape of the Upland region on foot or by bike.
The Sauerland region—and Willingen in particular—is a true paradise for hikers and cyclists. Dense forests, clear streams, and idyllic valleys offer variety and countless opportunities for extended hikes and bike rides.
Whether you’re traveling alone, as a couple, on vacation with your dog, or as a group, our offerings—such as the “Willinger Wandermomente”—ensure that every active traveler will find something to enjoy. Alternatively, explore the beautiful landscape on a customized hiking tour at any time of year.
Our hiking hotel in Willingen
Our hiking hotel in Willingen is the ideal starting point for your activities. After a hearty breakfast, you can set off directly from our hotel on a hiking or cycling tour through the wonderful Upland region. Discover the numerous circular routes and long-distance hiking trails in the area or explore various bike parks and trails. For guests who prefer a more leisurely pace, there are shorter walks in the surrounding area.
After an eventful day in the great outdoors, relax in the wellness area of our 4-star hiking hotel. Relax in our saunas or in the pool, enjoy a delicious dinner in our restaurant Zweite Heimat or round off the day with a cool drink on our sun terrace.
Experience the perfect mix of challenging activity and restful relaxation on your active vacation. We look forward to welcoming you to our hiking hotel and offering you an unforgettable stay in the Sauerland.
FAQ about hiking vacations in Willingen
Our 4-star hiking hotel is centrally and quietly located in Willingen. With a wellness area including saunas and pool, culinary pampering half board and a family atmosphere, we offer you a successful combination of comfort and active vacation.
As a certified Wanderbares Deutschland quality host, we provide you with various hiking services in our hiking hotel - for example a drying room, storage tray for hiking boots, hiking maps and packed lunches. We also keep you informed about the current weather conditions, provide tips on hiking tours and offer a pick-up and drop-off service as well as luggage transport.
At our hiking hotel, you can choose between two popular options for your hiking vacation:
Willingen hiking moments In cooperation with the Willingen tourist information office, we offer you guided hiking days with exciting tours, refreshments, transfers and a social program - perfectly organized and in convivial company. Participation can be booked on fixed dates.
Individual hiking vacations Do you prefer to go hiking on your own, as a couple or in a group? Book your hiking vacation individually all year round - e.g. as part of our Eimberg hiking tours. For example, as part of our Eimberg days with 5 nights & half board, wellness use and many amenities. Ideal for an extended active weekend in our hiking hotel!
The Wanderhotel Eimberg is a certified Wanderbares Deutschland quality host and thus bears the official seal of approval of the German Hiking Association. This award is only given to accommodation that caters particularly well to the needs of hikers:
- Drying rooms for clothing & equipment
- Packed lunches on request
- Tour suggestions & maps
- Transfer service or organization of transfers
- Competent contact persons on site
Our team knows the region and will be happy to help you choose the right hiking tours - whether it's a guided hike or an individual route.
The Sauerland is one of the most popular hiking regions in Germany - and for good reason:
- Certified quality trails such as the Uplandsteig or Rothaarsteig
- Diverse landscapes with forests, mountain ranges, meadows and views
- Well signposted trails, many of which start directly from the hotel
- Hiking in the changing seasons - spring awakening, summer freshness, colorful forests in autumn or winter hikes
- Hospitality and infrastructure especially for hikers
Willingen is located in the heart of Hochsauerland and offers the best conditions for active holidaymakers - from leisurely circular trails to sporty stage hikes.
No special requirements are necessary for your hiking vacation in the Sauerland - a normal level of fitness is all you need. Guided hikes as part of the Willingen Hiking Moments are between 13 and 16 km long and mainly take place on well-maintained paths. If you enjoy being out in nature and feel comfortable in the company of like-minded people, this is the right place for you. Sturdy shoes, weather-appropriate clothing and a love of hiking are all you need!
Of course, you can also book individual hiking vacations with us - ideal if you want to set your own pace or prefer shorter tours.
Price quotation & tourist tax
Prices per person and night plus visitor's tax of the municipality of Willingen of € 3 per night per person over 14 years.
High season from May to October. On ski jumping, carnival, holidays and in September/October we charge a surcharge. Ask also for our family rooms with two rooms for two to four people.
How to spend your vacation with us
- Pampering breakfast buffet (Sun. until 11 a.m.)
- Dinner buffet when booking half board
- Use of the wellness area
- Bathrobe
- Sauna towels for the wellness area
- Free parking, motorcycle garage
- Use of ski room and bike garage
Once a week:
- cozy coffee with delicious waffles (with surcharge)
- Cocktail happy hour
Beer & wine happy hour
Weekdays can vary and/or be canceled depending on the number of guests!
- Rental of hiking maps, walking sticks
- Rental of bicycle tools
- Ski and bike garage with high-pressure cleaner and repair tools
Billiards & table tennis
- Arrival from 15 pm
- Departure until 11 am
- Payment cash or with EC-card
- Breakfast buffet: Mon.-Fri. from 8 to 10:30 a.m., Sat.-Sun. from 8 to 11 a.m.
- Dinner buffet / half board: 6 to 8 p.m.
- A la carte: 6 to 9 p.m.
- Wednesdays from 20 to 21 o'clock Happy Hour in our bar
Our hotel is not handicapped accessible.
Reserve your ski equipment conveniently online with our partner, the Snow & Bike Factory Willingen. To reserve ski school times click here.
Children stay with us at reduced rates. Currently, payment can only be made on site at the hotel, not via our online booking system.
In the 3rd bed in the parents' room per day and child:
- 0-3 years: free
- 4-8 years: B&B € 40,- | HB € 60,-
- 9-12 years: B&B 50 % | HB 50 %
- 13-15 years: B&B 80 % | HB 80 %
The stay for four-legged friends costs € 18,- per day without food.
As a welcome, your dog will receive a cuddly blanket to take home as well as a drinking bowl and a welcome treat in the room.
Dogs are allowed in the bar and on the terrace, but not in the restaurant.
With the SauerlandCard you can ride buses in the Sauerland for free and enjoy reduced admission to many leisure destinations in the region as well as locally.
The most popular destinations in Willingen as well as further information is available at the Tourist Information Willingen. Current bus schedules can be found at www.rlg-online.de.
