Best forest trails in Gelsenkirchen

Varied cycle tour near Gelsenkirchen, North Rhine-Westphalia. The ore railway route is one of the most popular cycle paths in Bochum - undisturbed and without major inclines, you can discover interesting stations of industrial history. The route follows the former railway line, which connected various companies with the Rhine-Herne Canal between 1912 and 1929. Collieries, the old steelworks and the canal are just some of the historical sights. The route has hardly any crossings and is very...

Family-friendly hike in Gelsenkirchen, North Rhine-Westphalia. This route, located in the south of Gelsenkirchen, leads to the Halde Rheinelbe and the Mechtenberg nature reserve. Along the way, the works of art by the Hamburg artist Prigamm can be admired, who combines nature and industry in his works. The start is at the Science Park train station. There are some parking spaces nearby. Highlights of the route: - Sculpture forest - Bismarck Tower

Scenic circular tour in Gelsenkirchen, North Rhine-Westphalia. A great circular route around Resser Mark, which brings a lot of variety into everyday life. You start from the car park next to Münsterstraße and walk once around on the Kleinweg. Highlights of the tour: - Resser Mark - Holzbach stream - Emscherbruch nature reserve, west of Kleinweg

Relaxed circular route in the city forest of Buer, North Rhine-Westphalia. The start of this beautiful tour is at the car park right next to the "Hauptfriedhof" bus stop. It is therefore easy to get there by car or public transport. The destination is the historic Siebenschmerzenkapelle chapel ("chapel of seven sorrows"), which was built here in the 18th century. Highlights: - Chapel of Seven Sorrows - Relaxed forest - Station trail with bronze plaques

Family-friendly tour through Resser Schweiz to Westerholt Castle, North Rhine-Westphalia. A leisurely walk through idyllic Westerholt and across the fields of Resser Schweiz. Extensive views and small rivers round off the hike. The cultural highlight of the tour is Westerholt Castle. You can stop for refreshments in Westerholt. Highlights: - Path along the Holzbach stream - Sunny landscape - Westerholt Castle

Annual run in Gelsenkirchen, North Rhine-Westphalia. The B2Run race takes place in Gelsenkirchen in September. This course is specially designed for kids aged between 8 and 14. The finish line in the Veltins-Arena of FC Schalke 04 is especially great! Highlights: - Great community experience - Experience the FC Schalke 04 Arena from the inside

Scenic and challenging mountain bike tour in Wattenscheid near Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia. A beautiful tour for a short mountain bike adventure around Essen. Refreshment stops are available. Highlights of the tour: - A section along the Ruhr - Beautiful & varied landscape - Great views of the surrounding area