Schanze

Schanze stands at an elevation of 715.9 meters in the Hochsauerlandkreis region, surrounded by forests and marked hiking trails of Sauerland-Rothaargebirge Nature Park.

The site's name originates from a medieval defensive barrier, documented in 1737 as 'Langenscheider Schantz', consisting of ditches and earthen walls planted with hedges.

The St. Bonifatius Chapel, constructed between 1955 and 1958, serves as a central religious landmark for the 42 residents and belongs to St. Georg Grafschaft parish.

Visitors can access the location through the valley variant of the Rothaarsteig trail system, which connects to the Forest Sculpture Path and Kyrill Path.

During winter, the area transforms into a sports destination with a ski lift and 38 kilometers of natural cross-country skiing trails of varying difficulty levels.

Location: Schmallenberg

Elevation above the sea: 715.9 m

GPS coordinates: 51.13050,8.37436

Latest update: March 25, 2025 12:11