Best forest trails in Dorsten

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#1 - Napoleon's beech loop trail A2
4.3 (3)·Easy·4.5 km·Est. 1–1.5 hr
Family-friendly walk in the Hohe Mark Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. Due to its short distance and small differences in altitude loop trail 2 is perfect for a walk in the woods with the whole family. Unfortunately, the Napoleon beech that gave it its name is no longer recognizable today. Only a text panel reminds hikers of the formerly mighty, around 400-year-old Napoleon beech on the Galgenberg. Highlights of the route: - quiet forest trails - refreshments at the Waldschenke Hohe...
#2 - Durch die Emmelkämper Mark
5.0 (2)·Moderate·10.5 km·Est. 2.5–3 hr
#3 - RTF des RSC Dorsten – 42er Strecke
5.0 (1)·Easy·42.5 km·Est. 9.5–10.5 hr
Official route of the RTF. You can find further details directly from the organiser: https://www.rscdorsten.de/
#4 - Rundweg A1 (Specking)
4.0 (2)·Moderate·9 km·Est. 2–2.5 hr
#5 - Von Dorsten nach Haltern am See
4.0 (1)·Moderate·22.4 km·Est. 5–5.5 hr
The tour leads via Hervest-Dorsten and through woods and fields to Haltern. A relaxed route that leads from one railway station to another, so that you can get back to your starting point without any problems.
#6 - Rund um Schloss Lembeck
3.1 (4)·Moderate·12.6 km·Est. 3–3.5 hr
Varied excursion in Wulfen, North Rhine-Westphalia. Started at Wulfen cemetery (car park) and then through fields and woods to Lembeck Castle and on to the car park. The route runs along tarmac roads (occasional cars) and forest paths. A country road has to be crossed twice. Dogs could run the route freely. Highlights of the route: - Beautiful natural landscapes - Local flora and fauna - Beautiful views
#7 - Wiesental Loop Trail A5
3.0 (1)·Easy·3.4 km·Est. 0.5–1 hr
Relaxed loop trail in the Hohe Mark Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. The short and very relaxed Wiesental loop trail A5 can be easily started in the small town of Beck. The loop trail, which is also suitable for children, runs through fields, forest and the idyllic Wiesental. Highlights of the hike: - Beck - Quiet forest and field trails
#8 - Experience Dorsten: Tour 7 The changing landscape
1.5 (2)·Easy·29.1 km·Est. 6.5–7 hr
The "Landscape in Transition" tour from Dorsten erfahren is a 28 km long themed trail about the constantly changing natural landscape. Due to coal mining and the resulting subsidence, areas that were once used intensively for agriculture have developed into wetland biotopes with valuable fauna and flora. Note: Unlike the other Dorsten Experience routes, this one is not marked
#9 - Runde bei Dorsten
Hard·72.4 km·Est. 16.5–18 hr
The tour has a moderate ascent before the Granat wildlife park, if you cycle the tour round to the right, it stretches out a little.
#10 - Nordic Walking Rundweg Klein Reken K1
Easy·7.4 km·Est. 1.5–2 hr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the longest forest trail in Dorsten?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Dorsten is Runde bei Dorsten. This trail is estimated to be 72.4 km long.

Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Dorsten?

Dorsten: With an ascent of 981 m, Runde bei Dorsten has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is Pilgerroute (D-Route 7) Etappe 10: Dorsten - Duisburg with 758 m of elevation gain.