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
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What makes Willingen special as a destination?
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.
What are the top highlights in Willingen?
The top highlights in Willingen include Mühlenkopfschanze, Ettelsberg and Hochheideturm, Summer toboggan run and bike park, Upländer Milchmuhseum.
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
When is the best time to visit Willingen?
The best time to visit Willingen is December to March (skiing and ski jumping), June to October (hiking and mountain biking). Fresh, 16-22°C, pleasant hiking weather at high altitude In winter: Cold and snow-sure, -6 to 2°C, good winter sports conditions
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?
Budget travellers: 40-65 EUR: Guesthouse, ski pass from 30 EUR, hiking free/day, mid-range: 80-130 EUR: Sports hotel, Ettelsberg cable car, summer tobogganing, restaurant/day, luxury: 180+ EUR: Wellness hotel, spa, VIP ski jumping, gourmet dinner/day.
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
How do I get from Germany to Willingen?
Car from Dortmund 2 h, from Kassel 1 h | Train to Willingen (Upland) | Winterberg 30 km
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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.
What should you eat in Willingen?
Typical specialities in Willingen: Upländer Potthucke — hearty potato cake with bacon, a Sauerland specialty, Wild boar goulash — hearty ragout made from local game with dumplings, Upländer organic cheese — creamy soft cheese from the regional organic dairy, Buckwheat pancakes — nutty pancakes made from buckwheat with cranberries.
These specialties you must try!
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