Porta Westfalica, Natural canyon and national geotope in Minden-Lübbecke, Germany.
The Weser River flows through a 500-meter-long gorge between the Wiehen Hills and Weser Hills, creating a natural passageway of sandstone formations.
Scholars in the 19th century named this geological formation Porta Westfalica, meaning Gate to Westphalia, marking the entrance to this German region.
The Kaiser Wilhelm Monument stands above the canyon, offering views of the northern German plains and commemorating Emperor William I since 1896.
Visitors can explore the area through guided tours, hiking trails, and cycling paths along the Weser River, with multiple rental facilities available.
The gorge reaches 61 meters in elevation and spans 300 meters in width, earning recognition as a national geotope in 2006.
Location: Minden-Lübbecke District
Elevation above the sea: 61 m
Length: 500 m
Width: 300 m
Made from material: sandstone
GPS coordinates: 52.24400,8.91961
Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:52
Emperor William Monument
988 m
Jakobsberg
1.2 km
Jakobsberg Telecommunication Tower
1.2 km
Wittekindsburg
2.5 km
Wittekindsweg
5.1 km
Hotel Kaiserhof
574 m
Wittekindsberg
2 km
Grüne Brücke Neesen
1.9 km
Goethe-Freilichtbühne Porta Westfalica
754 m
Kreuzkirche
2.6 km
Gut Oheimb
2.4 km
Gut Wedigenstein
2 km
Schalksburg (Porta Westfalica)
511 m
Weser bridge
246 m
Porta-Kanzel
318 m
Krankenhauskapelle Johannes Wesling-Klinikum Minden
2.8 km
Dehmer Burg
3.9 km
Margarethenklus
2.6 km
St. Walburga
383 m
Häverstädter Berg
3.1 km
Wittekindsberg
1.7 km
Evangelische Kirche Hausberge
609 m
Habichtswand
3.4 km
Evangelische Kirche Holzhausen
2.2 km
Evangelische Kirche Barkhausen
1.2 km
Kapelle Barkhausen
1.4 km
Landschaftsschutzgebiet Südliche Weseraue
3.7 km
Venus von Minden
2.7 kmReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes