Hankenüll

Hankenüll is a mountain summit in the Teutoburg Forest rising to 307 meters above sea level. It sits between the towns of Dissen and Borgholzhausen and is surrounded by dense forest with multiple trails leading to the peak.

This mountain is part of the Teutoburg Forest, a region with major historical significance. The area witnessed important conflicts between Germanic tribes and Roman forces in ancient times.

The Hermannsweg long-distance trail crosses over this summit and connects places of regional importance. Hikers follow this route to experience the landscape and character of the surrounding area.

You can hike to the summit from both Dissen and Borgholzhausen, with each town offering different starting points. August provides the best hiking conditions with comfortable weather throughout the region.

This summit ranks as the third highest peak among roughly 40 elevations in the Gütersloh district with a prominence of about 130 meters. This relative prominence makes it a notable landmark in the flatter surrounding area.