Best camping trails in Gelsenkirchen

Explore the most popular camping trails near Gelsenkirchen with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.

Top trails

#1 - Rheinischer Bahnweg
Moderate·46 km·Est. 10.5–11.5 hr
#2 - Wasserschlösserrunde von Gelsenkirchen nach Dorsten
Moderate·62.6 km·Est. 14–15.5 hr
Start and finish: Adenauerallee car park at Berger See. The route then runs along the moated castles of Berge, Herten, Westerholt and Lüttinghof to Dorsten. Continue west along the Wesel-Datteln Canal, then south again via Feldhausen, Gladbeck, Wittringen Castle back to Berger See with a view of the memorial in Buer. Very pleasant route, little road, but lots of nature!

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Frequently asked questions

What is the longest camping trail in Gelsenkirchen?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest camping trail in Gelsenkirchen is Wasserschlösserrunde von Gelsenkirchen nach Dorsten. This trail is estimated to be 62.6 km long.

Which camping trail has the most elevation gain in Gelsenkirchen?

Gelsenkirchen: With an ascent of 819 m, Wasserschlösserrunde von Gelsenkirchen nach Dorsten has the most elevation gain of all of the camping trails in the area. The next highest ascent for camping trails is Rheinischer Bahnweg with 678 m of elevation gain.