Outlook at the edge of the forest - hiking trail 1

Let's go to fantastic views from the heightAt the large hiking sign at the transition from the spa park to the landscape garden, the 12 km long hiking trail starts.

First, we stroll along the eastern shore, between the spa park lake and the Salze river. The view sweeps to the fountain of the extensive spa park lake and to the right to the beach house and the garden labyrinth Hortus Vitalis.

At the end of the spa park lake, we cross the Salze river and now follow the hiking trail on the eastern side.

As soon as we catch sight of the wildlife enclosure, signs on the right point us up the hill. But before that, you should definitely take a photo stop at the fence of the wildlife enclosure and observe the graceful fallow deer.
From the landscape garden to VierenbergAfter a short ascent, we reach the restaurant "Zum Stumpfen Turm" on the right. We turn left onto the "Alte Vlothoer Straße" until we reach the hiking parking lot.

The next stretch of the trail leads us through meadows to the Salzufler city forest and to the first foothills of the Vierenberg (223 m). We follow the Hay Way for a short distance until the Salzeway turns left. In front of us, we see the Waldemeine community on the left and Wüsten on the right. In a gentle right curve, the hiking trail leads to the Vierenberg and parallel to the Salzufler Straße. Before the Wüsten community, we sharply turn right. The forest path winds up to the Vierenberg at around 220 m.
Enjoyable hike with a viewIn the hiking paradise of the Salzufler city forest, numerous views delight hikers. We also cross other hiking trails in the city forest, such as the well-known long-distance hiking trail Hansaweg or the Karl Bachler trail.In the footsteps of the hiking fatherWe reach a highlight at the Hühnerwiem. At this viewpoint and rest area, we not only enjoy the distant view to the Wüsten community or to the Weser Uplands, but also discover a memorial stone. The Hühnerwiem memorial stone is located near the rest bench under a tree. The hiking father Karl Bachler has made a significant contribution to this hiking region and had the memorial stone erected.After a break, hikers follow an enchanting trail for about 1.2 km to the Bismarck Tower. This 18 m high Salzufler watchtower was built in 1900 and renovated in 2004. Those who want to climb to the viewing platform of the Bismarck Tower can get the key on request at the Bergrestaurant Hollenstein. From the top, we enjoy fantastic panoramic views of the Kaiser Wilhelm Monument in Porta Westfalica or the Hermann Monument in the Teutoburg Forest.
From the Bismarck Tower to the next hiking highlightAfter this interesting stay at the Bismarck Tower, we hike over the ridge to the Lippe hamlet of Hollenstein. This belongs to the Wüsten district of Salzuflen.
Hollenstein is a popular destination for hikers and cyclists. Here, long-distance and cycling routes intersect. The Bergrestaurant Hollenstein invites you to enjoy a delicious snack on the observation terrace or in the inn. The first half of trail no. 1 is completed.
Descent with a view over the large municipality of Bad SalzuflenWe follow the road Hollenstein to the right for about 250 m. Between properties, the hiking trail no. 1 branches off to the right and leads together with the Karl Bachler trail along the Vierenberg and Asenberg.

Hikers and walkers are rewarded with magnificent views, showing how high up we are.

Over the next two kilometers, we descend gently until we reach the vicinity of the Karl Bachler memorial stone. This is located to the right of the trail in the shade under trees. A shelter hut also offers protection in case of bad weather conditions. Fantastic views of Schötmar and Bad Salzuflen accompany us as we bypass the southern and southwestern part of the Asenberg. The Asen stream, a protected streamOn the left, the first residential buildings of the salt city and the Asenteiche ponds come into view. The ponds are fed by the Asen river, which originates only about two kilometers away near the Karl Bachler stone. Signs inform about the new path to the protected source.

Once we reach the Hay Way again, we take the familiar route in the salt valley back to the hiking sign between the spa park lake and the spa park for the return journey. Refreshing enjoyment at the end of the hikeAt the end of the hike, the foot reflexology basin in the landscape garden or in the spa park invites for a relaxing break for the legs or a rest on a lounger.