Holiday in Willingen
City in Germany — tips, highlights & best time to visit 🇩🇪
Country
Germany
Type
City
Best time to travel
December to March (skiing and ski jumping), June to October (hiking and mountain biking)
Budget/day
80-130 EUR: Sports hotel, Ettelsberg cable car, summer tobogganing, restaurant
Getting there from Germany
Car from Dortmund 2 h, from Kassel 1 h | Train to Willingen (Upland) | Winterberg 30 km
About Willingen
Willingen im Upland is a popular holiday destination in the Hochsauerland and home to the Mühlenkopfschanze — the largest ski jump in the world. Every winter during the FIS Ski Jumping World Cup, Willingen transforms into a party hotspot with over 30,000 spectators. In summer, the Ettelsberg with its Hochheideturm, the summer toboggan run, and an extensive hiking network attract visitors. Willingen combines top-level sports with active holidays and a lively après-ski scene.
Top 4 highlights in Willingen
The places you absolutely must not miss.
Mühlenkopfschanze
Largest ski jump in the world — over 30,000 enthusiastic spectators attend the ski jumping world cup in winter.
Ettelsberg and Hochheideturm
Mountain station at 838 m with the 59 m high Hochheideturm — magnificent panoramic view over the Upland.
Summer toboggan run and bike park
Fun for the whole family — thrilling toboggan run and mountain bike trails at Ettelsberg.
Upländer Milchmuhseum
Experience museum about the regional dairy industry — tasting of popular Upländer organic dairy products.
Hotels in Willingen
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Pauschalreisen & Rundreisen
Berge & Meer – 170 Tage Cookie
Best time to travel for Willingen
Recommended travel time
December to March (skiing and ski jumping), June to October (hiking and mountain biking)
Summer
Fresh, 16-22°C, pleasant hiking weather at high altitude
Winter
Cold and snow-sure, -6 to 2°C, good winter sports conditions
How much does a holiday in Willingen cost?
Average costs per person per day
Budget
40-65 EUR: Guesthouse, ski pass from 30 EUR, hiking free
Hostel, Street food, Public transport
Mid-range
80-130 EUR: Sports hotel, Ettelsberg cable car, summer tobogganing, restaurant
Hotel, Restaurant, Excursions
Luxury
180+ EUR: Wellness hotel, spa, VIP ski jumping, gourmet dinner
Boutique hotel, Fine dining
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Insider knowledge that makes your holiday better.
Come to the ski jumping world cup — the atmosphere at the Mühlenkopfschanze is legendary.
Climb the Hochheideturm — on clear days, the view extends over 100 km.
The summer toboggan run is ideal for families — children love the winding track.
Try Upländer organic milk — the regional dairy is a showcase project for sustainable agriculture.
Food & drink in Willingen
These specialties you must try!
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