Best bird watching trails in Duisburg

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Explore the most popular bird watching trails near Duisburg 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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#1 - Duisburger Sechs-Seen-Platte
4.6 (39)·Moderate·9.7 km·Est. 2–2.5 hr
Scenic lake tour in Duisburg, North Rhine-Westphalia. You start from the Kalkweg car park so that you complete the circular route around the lakes in the form of an 8. In good February weather, it is quite crowded at the start (dogs should be kept on a lead here). Later on, the route becomes a little emptier so that the dogs can run freely on the paths.
#2 - Duisburger Regattabahn und Parallelkanal
4.7 (31)·Easy·7.2 km·Est. 1.5–2 hr
Family-friendly hike in Duisburg, North Rhine-Westphalia. Beautiful route around the regatta course, inaugurated in 1935, and the Parallel Canal. The detour to the Parallel Canal can easily be omitted for a shorter loop. International canoeing and rowing competitions regularly take place on the reservoir. Highlights of the route: - Beautiful natural landscapes - Local flora and fauna - Beautiful views of the regatta course
#3 - Sechs-Seen-Platte: Wolfsee und Haubachsee
3.9 (16)·Moderate·8.4 km·Est. 2–2.5 hr
Great walk and run in Duisburg, North Rhine-Westphalia. Varied, easy circular route through forest and past beautiful lakes. Well suited for walking with the dog. Highlights of the route: - Beautiful natural landscapes - Beautiful views - Local flora and fauna - Six-lake plateau: Wolfsee and Haubachsee
#4 - Baerler Busch from Uettelsheimer See
4.4 (12)·Moderate·15.3 km·Est. 3.5–4 hr
Popular circular route between Moers and Duisburg, North Rhine-Westphalia. This 15 km route is suitable for both walking and cycling. A lot of variety is guaranteed here: At times it goes along the Rhine, then past lakes and finally through the beautiful "Baerler Busch" forest. Highlights of the route: - Baerler Busch - Rhine - Lake Uettelsheim - Lohheide Lake
#5 - Sechs-Seen-Platte: Rund um den Wambachsee
4.3 (22)·Easy·2.6 km·Est. 0.5–1 hr
Refreshing and charming round tour in Duisburg, North Rhine-Westphalia. This family-friendly loop scores points with a great forest playground for the children, which can be found along the tour. The Wambachsee is part of the Sechs-Seen-Platte and also offers pedal boating and diving. Highlights of the tour: - Car park available - Accessible by bus - Pedal boating and diving - Wolfssee outdoor pool - "Sternegg" viewpoint nearby - Forest playground
#6 - MTB-Runde: Duisburg Stadtwald und 6-Seenplatte
3.8 (4)·Moderate·36.7 km·Est. 9–9.5 hr
--- Refreshment stops Accessible by bus and train
#7 - Von Baerl über Orsoy
3.2 (5)·Moderate·12.4 km·Est. 2.5–3 hr
Varied hiking tour in Duisburg, North Rhine-Westphalia. Beautiful circular route along the banks of the Rhine and back through the fields. The route follows a nature trail along the Rhine. Highlights of the route: - Beautiful natural landscapes - Local flora and fauna - Beautiful views on and around the banks of the Rhine

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Frequently asked questions

What is the longest bird watching trail in Duisburg?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest bird watching trail in Duisburg is MTB-Runde: Duisburg Stadtwald und 6-Seenplatte. This trail is estimated to be 36.7 km long.

Which bird watching trail has the most elevation gain in Duisburg?

Duisburg: With an ascent of 613 m, MTB-Runde: Duisburg Stadtwald und 6-Seenplatte has the most elevation gain of all of the bird watching trails in the area. The next highest ascent for bird watching trails is Baerler Busch from Uettelsheimer See with 155 m of elevation gain.