Best forest trails in Bochum

Beautiful circular route in the Weitmarer Holz, North Rhine-Westphalia. This route begins at the parking lot on Blankensteiner Straße in the very south of Bochum. It explores both the Weitmarer Holz and the Rauendahler forest and thus circles the district of Sundern. As the name suggests, the path mostly leads through the forest. A great loop for walking the dog or jogging. However, dog owners should also be considerate of the wild animals that live here in the forest. Highlights: - Deer...

This is a great walk to do with a dog if you have one! It mainly goes around the Dahlhauser Heide (the walk starts at the Hordeler Hedie bus stop). The route leads mainly through wooded areas and bushes. There are even a few ponds. It is relatively short and easy to walk.

Family-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...

Varied round tour in North Rhine-Westphalia The tour starts on the ore railway line and the route of the Kray-Wanner railway. The route passes the sculpture park and the Rheinelbe spoil tip. The route follows tarmac and gravel paths and there are refreshment stops along the way. Highlights: - Sculpture park - Gelsenkirchen Zoo

Panoramic circular route in North Rhine-Westphalia. This hike starts at the Tippelsberg car park, about 100 m further on there is another car park. There has been a nature trail around the Tippelsberg since summer 2020. It is only a few metres to the highest point, and from here you can enjoy the magnificent panoramic view over the Ruhr region. From the Tippelsberg, the trail then leads into the Zillertal. The paths are well developed and not muddy even in bad weather. Highlights: -...

Charming 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 -...

This short route explores the wooded areas around the Bergen district. The area lies between Bochum and Herne, directly to the north of the 43 motorway, and there are ponds and streams in the woods. The trail runs along the Berger Mühlenbach stream for a while. The route is extended by going northwards and crossing the field into another small forest.

The 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.

Beautiful circular walk near Bochum in North Rhine-Westphalia This circular route runs south of Bochum through Weitmarer Holz and Rauendahler Wald. In the north of the route, the hiking trail passes the Jörgenstein game reserve in Weitmarer Holz. Highlights: - Game reserve in the north - Weitmarer Holz - Rauendahl Forest

Varied 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)....