Best beach trails in Bochum
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Explore the most popular beach trails near Bochum with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
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- 4.7 (17)·Easy·3.4 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrCharming and family-friendly tour in Bochum, North Rhine-Westphalia. This small but friendly group is ideal for families with children. Cars can be parked at the Heveney Port Car Park (charges apply). From there, the route leads through the forest with beautiful views of the sailing harbor above the Oelbach. Slight inclines with steps are to be expected at the beginning. The return on the Ruhr-In line is sunnier. Highlights of the route: - Pretty natural landscapes - Local flora and fauna -...
- 4.3 (8)·Moderate·53.1 km·Est. 13.5–15 hrThe tour starts in Volkspark Gerthe. The route leads clockwise through extremely varied terrain to the south and then back again. There are wonderful country lanes, but also great little paths in the forest. Water is also a constant companion: the Ruhr and the lakes it forms are mainly found in the southern part of the route. Arriving at Bochum-Dahlhausen railway station, the surroundings become increasingly urbanised.
- 4.1 (12)·Easy·33.6 km·Est. 8.5–9 hrVaried bike tour near Bochum, North Rhine-Westphalia This route expands the leisurely railway track cycle path "Der Rheinische Esel", which runs between Dortmund-Löttringhausen and Bochum-Langendreer, into a great circular tour. In addition to idyllic bodies of water and some quiet forest passages, impressive testimonies to industrial culture in the Ruhr area await everywhere along the way. There are places to stay and eat. Accessible by bus and train (e.g., from Witten central station)....
- 4.1 (4)·Moderate·38.1 km·Est. 10–11 hrScenic mountain bike tour in Bochum, North Rhine-Westphalia. The tour is designed more for mountain biking, but can also be ridden by experienced touring cyclists. The starting point is Heveney harbour on Lake Kemnader. From there, the route leads through the Ölbachtal valley and the Wittener Papenholz to Steinhausen Castle. The route continues into the old mining area of Muttental, which is the tour's namesake. Past the trout ponds, an intense ascent awaits. This is followed by beautiful...
- 5.0 (2)·Moderate·45.7 km·Est. 11.5–12.5 hrBeautiful cycle path along the Ruhr from Bochum in North Rhine-Westphalia The route starts in the east of Bochum and then runs southwards along the Ruhr in the Ruhr Valley. The nature reserve Ruhraue Witten-Gedern is a particular gem. Highlights: - Ruhraue Witten-Gedern nature reserve - Beautiful Ruhr valley - Großholthauser Mark nature reserve
- 4.0 (3)·Moderate·51.8 km·Est. 13–14.5 hrVaried cycle tour through Bochum, North Rhine-Westphalia. This varied route leads through the southern districts of Bochum and begins at the P3 Hafen Heveney car park with a climb. From there it goes into the Lottental valley along the stream that gives it its name and past the Lottenbacher ponds. The route continues along the road "Im Haarmannsbusch" in the direction of Weitmar, where it finally passes through the Weitmarer Holz. From Hörsterholz, the route begins to follow the course of...
- 4.0 (1)·Moderate·53.1 km·Est. 13–14.5 hrIdyllic cycle tour along the Rhenish Donkey. The "Rhenish Donkey" was once a vibrant railway link connecting the industrial sites in Dortmund, Bochum and Witten. Today, the "Rhenish Donkey" is a local recreation area for walkers and cyclists. This beautiful route leads from the Bochum reservoir via the Oelbachtal valley to Langendreer, then via Dortmund University and Dorstfeld to Dortmund city centre. The route continues along the Rhenish Donkey to Witten and along the Ruhr Valley cycle...
- 3.0 (1)·Moderate·53.8 km·Est. 13–14.5 hrVaried cycle route near Bochum, North Rhine-Westphalia. This route is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful in the Ruhr area. It begins at Lake Kemnader and leads to the beginning of the Erzbahntrasse at the Bochum Centennial Hall. The Essen-Wanner route then branches off in Gelsenkirchen-Ückendorf. The Ruhr is crossed in Essen-Steele and always goes along the water to the Hattingen Ruhr Bridge. But be careful: This section is not passable even with slight flooding. In Hattingen, the trail...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest beach trail in Bochum?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest beach trail in Bochum is Bochum-Erzbahntrasse-Steele-Hattingen. This trail is estimated to be 53.8 km long.
Which beach trail has the most elevation gain in Bochum?
Bochum: With an ascent of 1,131 m, Gerte - Hattingen - Weitmar has the most elevation gain of all of the beach trails in the area. The next highest ascent for beach trails is Kemnader Lake, Ruhr, Baldeney Lake, and Hattingen with 1,054 m of elevation gain.