Stage 17: Experiences along the Itter
- 3: 15 pm
- 11,65 km
- 137 m
- 75 m
- 87 m
- 222 m
- 135 m
- Start: Ohligser Straße in Haan-Hülsberg
- Destination: S-Bahn Gruiten in Haan-Gruiten
This stage leads through the long Itter Valley, past remnants of bygone craftsmanship. Narrow paths wind alongside historic "Kotten" – once combined dwellings and workshops where waterwheels powered forges and hammer mills. Soon, Caspersbroich Castle comes into view. The manor house, built of natural stone, is complemented by an adjacent half-timbered building. Today, the listed building houses condominiums. Here, the trail follows the Klingenpfad (Blade Trail) for a stretch, named after Solingen's famous knife and blade industry. Finally, the loop closes in Gruiten, where the first stage of the neanderland STEIGs begins.
waypoints
Good to know
Best Season
- suitabledepending on the weather
Directions
- ATTENTION: Detour at Haan-Gruiten train station
The pedestrian bridge at Schaafenkotten (Ittertal) has been closed since July 16.07th due to bridge inspections. A detour will be in place shortly. The bridge is located near Schaafenkotten 1, 42781 Haan. Thank you for your understanding. Route markers
- Curved white n on a red background.
Tour features
refreshment possibility
Family Friendly
Equipment
- Wear hiking boots and clothing appropriate for the weather.
Arrival & Parking
- How to find usUse the app’s arrival navigator or your navigation device.ParkingParking at the start:
Parking spaces on the street Hülsberger Busch
P+R parking spaces at the Haan train station and at the Solingen-Vogelpark S-Bahn station
Parking at the destination:
P+P parking lot S-Bahn Haan-GruitenPublic transportationPublic transport at the start:
Bus: Haan, Pütt with line 792
Bf Haan RB 48 and the bus lines 01, 784, 786, 792 and DL 5, marked access route 1,8 km
S-Bahn station Solingen Vogelpark S 7 and bus lines 782, 783 and 792, marked access route 1,7 km
Public transport to the destination:
S-Bahn Gruiten: S8, S68, RB48
Bus: Haan-Gruiten with lines 01, 641 and 742
Public transport back to the start:
Train station Gruiten RE 48 to Solingen main station, then bus line 792 to Haan Pütt author
Office for Culture and Tourism
Düsseldorfer Strasse 2640822 Mettmannsafety instructions
- Please stay on the paths! The narrow trails can be slippery in places, especially in wet weather. Keep your distance from embankments or cliff edges!
Map
- You can find ours here Brochures and maps.
