join neanderland STEIG Become a quality company

The neanderland STEIG Quality Network is a tourism partner network for hospitality businesses along the neanderland STEIGswho want to be sustainable and hiker-friendly. By improving the quality of the trail neanderland STEIG With the discovery loops, the potential of hiking tourism can be harnessed for each individual business. A quality seal promotes trustworthy guidance of guests, away from online applications. 

The costs for participation depend on the type of business and, in the case of accommodation establishments, on the number of rooms you offer. Specific prices can be found in the Tables on this page.

As part of your membership, you'll benefit from additional marketing measures, advertising materials, and training opportunities for your business. With exclusive services, we increase your visibility to potential guests. You can find all the benefits on this website.

The contract term is 3 years, after which a new cooperation agreement can be concluded between the district
Mettmann and the quality company. Termination must be received no later than three calendar months before the end of a contract year. Further details can be found in the Cooperation agreement for catering establishments or the Cooperation agreement for accommodation establishments.

It's worth deciding early: Anyone who registers for the quality network by the end of 2025 will receive free membership for the entire year of 2026.

If you would like to become a member of the tourism partner network, you should first check whether you meet the criteria for admission. Then, select the core and optional criteria and complete the cooperation agreement form. Then, send the contract and a SEPA direct debit mandate to the neanderlandAfter your documents have been reviewed, you will receive your quality seal and can benefit from the advantages of membership!

Our quality network is suitable for all businesses that want to effectively increase their visibility to potential guests, benefit from increased sales and overnight stays, and differentiate themselves from the competition in the area. 

Depending on your needs, you can benefit from numerous marketing measures that we implement for you. This includes a prominent presentation on our website as well as online advertising of your business on Google, Instagram, and Facebook as part of campaigns. We enable potential guests to conveniently submit booking and reservation requests to your business via the neanderland STEIG Hiking app and present your business on the digital maps of Outdooractive. Your information will also be displayed via the Data Hub NRW, which significantly increases your visibility and reach. We also provide information directly on site on our digital information pillars in the neanderland to your offers and thus encourage potential guests to visit you directly.

For further details or questions about our marketing measures, please contact our network coordinator Mareike Joppien. Simply use the Contact form, write an email to mareike.joppien@kreis-mettmann.de or call 02104-99-3014.

Hiking tourism in Germany continues to grow. It is primarily the affluent target group of people over 50 and the active 30- to 49-year-olds who are looking for nature experiences, peace and quality. neanderland STEIG and its discovery loops offer exactly that: varied routes, good accessibility and many places to stop for refreshments and overnight stays.

Take advantage of this opportunity and benefit as a quality business from more guests and increased revenue! Check out our Info case on hiking tourism

For further information about neanderland STEIG For questions regarding the quality network, please feel free to contact the network coordinator, Mareike Joppien, at any time – either by email to mareike.joppien@kreis-mettmann.de or by phone or 02104-99-3014.

The neanderland offers with the neanderland STEIG, with its 240 kilometers and 17 hiking stages, it is a real highlight, leading right through the Mettmann district – through forests, valleys, half-timbered towns, and past castles and modern art. Complemented by 24 discovery loops, it offers tours for every taste: from relaxed walking routes to sporting challenges. Whether you're looking for nature enjoyment, an active holiday, or a cultural adventure – the neanderland and on the neanderland STEIG Guests experience the region at its best.