Bestwig

Bestwig is a municipality in the Hochsauerlandkreis district in North Rhine-Westphalia, encompassing several villages spread across rural terrain. The area features forested landscapes and valleys with small settlements surrounded by farmland and open countryside.

Bestwig developed from rural settlements historically shaped by farming and forestry, like many communities in the region. The modern municipal structure emerged through administrative consolidations that preserved the individual character of the villages.

The municipality is easily accessible by local roads and serves as a good starting point for hiking and exploring the Sauerland region. The villages have basic facilities, and visitors should expect rural character and seasons that noticeably transform the landscape.

Location: Hochsauerlandkreis

Elevation above the sea: 319 m

Shares border with: Olsberg, Rüthen, Warstein

Website: https://bestwig.de

GPS coordinates: 51.36667,8.40000

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:20