Best camping trails in Bochum
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Explore the most popular camping 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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- 4.6 (53)·Easy·4.8 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrFamily-friendly circular route in Bochum, North Rhine-Westphalia This is a short and child-friendly circular route along the Ruhr. A great mix of nature, water and industry (mining and railways) is waiting to be discovered. The start is the parking lot at the railway museum in Bochum, which children are sure to be interested in. An idyllic path leads along the north bank of the Ruhr to the Holtey floating bridge, which is well worth seeing. The Ruhr is crossed on the bridge and you walk back...
- 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)....
- 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...
- 4.4 (5)·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...
- 4.7 (5)·Moderate·9.5 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrRelaxed hike or cycle tour near Bochum, North Rhine-Westphalia. This nine-and-a-half kilometre route starts at the Marktstraße station in the south of Bochum. The tour ends at Hattingen railway station. In Hattingen city centre, you can relax while shopping or stopping for a bite to eat. Highlights of the route: - Ruhr Valley - Monastery forest - Hattingen
- 3.4 (3)·Moderate·7.9 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrFamily-friendly and scenic hike near Bochum, North Rhine-Westphalia. Start and finish are at the Oveney P4 car park. Charming and varied natural landscapes, from a village atmosphere to country lanes and a beautiful river landscape. Highlights of the tour: - Beautiful views - Local flora and fauna - Beautiful natural landscapes - Along the Ruhr
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest camping trail in Bochum?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest camping trail in Bochum is Bochum-Erzbahntrasse-Steele-Hattingen. This trail is estimated to be 53.8 km long.
Which camping trail has the most elevation gain in Bochum?
Bochum: With an ascent of 1,260 m, Rund ums Felderbachtal has the most elevation gain of all of the camping trails in the area. The next highest ascent for camping trails is Gerte - Hattingen - Weitmar with 1,131 m of elevation gain.