Discover Gellinghausen

Gellinghausen is an interesting destination if active pursuits and specific activities are what you’re looking for: the Green Hill Bike Park is right in the village, and there is guidance on getting to the G2 hike by car and bus. The wider destination of Schmallenberg also offers historic architecture, woodland themes and an adventure trail. These experiences differ considerably, so first consider what you want your stay to focus on.

Mountain biking at the Green Hill Bike Park

The Green Hill Bike Park is right in Gellinghausen, at Gellinghausen 42–44. Parking is available on the bike park grounds. Check the address and parking options before setting off, and also check the bike park’s current status.

The park offers 11 combinable mountain bike routes served by two parallel lifts. Flow trails, technical sections and jump lines provide a variety of challenges; a practice course in the valley rounds out the offer. You can use the range of trail options as a practical starting point for planning your day at the bike park.

The offer also includes rental bikes, helmets and protective equipment, subject to availability. Courses cover basic skills, line choice, jumps, drops and speed control. Rental offers and courses are subject to booking and operating conditions; check availability in advance. This means that, as well as the routes, you can choose from a range of course topics when planning your day at the bike park.

G2 hike: getting there by car or bus

Parking for the G2 hike is available in the centre of Gellinghausen, opposite the hiking information point. You can also find your way to the starting area by bus: route S90 serves the Post stop in Gellinghausen. Check the timetable for your travel day if you plan to include the bus in your journey. The bike park and the hike offer different ways to spend the day: trails and courses on the one hand, a hike on the other.

More experiences in the wider destination of Schmallenberg

Schmallenberg’s old town features a cohesive Neoclassical architectural character and many restored half-timbered houses. The contrast between its Neoclassical character and half-timbered buildings also makes the old town interesting for travellers looking for a cultural and historical experience alongside outdoor activities.

Another highlight is the family adventure trail in Schmallenberg, which is around three kilometres long. Its 13 stations explore forests, animals, wood and birds. These themes give the trail its own character: rather than simply covering a route, you can discover different aspects of nature along the way.

The SauerlandRadring also offers a different perspective on the destination of Schmallenberg. The 84-kilometre route connects Finnentrop, Eslohe, Schmallenberg and Lennestadt and follows former railway lines. If you’re interested in regional cycling routes, you’ll find a specific route length and named places to help you get your bearings.

In Schmallenberg-Latrop, the Forestry Workers’ Museum displays historic tools, pictures of past forest and village life, historic forestry records, and information about the development of the chainsaw. The Forestry Worker and Forester Trail runs for 4.5 kilometres and features 17 stations on topics such as forest ecology and timber use. The museum and trail offer different perspectives: the exhibition brings together historic objects and pictures, while the trail explores woodland topics along a route.

On the historic town tour, you’ll learn more about Schmallenberg’s history and local characters such as Floigenkasper and Breybalg. Check the latest dates and booking conditions if you’re planning to take the tour. When choosing your accommodation, you can first weigh up the bike park and G2 hike in Gellinghausen against the cultural and nature-focused attractions in the wider destination of Schmallenberg.

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