Best trail running trails in Gelsenkirchen

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Explore the most popular trail running 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 - Through Nordsternpark
4.5 (15)·Moderate·9 km·Est. 2–2.5 hr
Panoramic circular route in Gelsenkirchen, North Rhine-Westphalia. This is a circular route through the Nordsternpark via the Eickwinkel spoil tip and the Schurenbach spoil tip in Gelsenkirchen. There are very good views from the spoil tips. The paths are in good condition. Highlights of the route: - Beautiful natural landscapes - Local flora and fauna - Beautiful views
#2 - Rund um Resser Mark
3.9 (12)·Easy·6.1 km·Est. 1.5–2 hr
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
#3 - B2Run Gelsenkirchen Kids Lauf - 1,8km
5.0 (3)·Easy·1.9 km
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
#4 - Resser Mark - Emscherbruch
4.3 (3)·Easy·2.4 km·Est. 0.5–1 hr
Circular hiking trail in the Resser-Mark area. Start and finish is the hiking car park on Münster Straße. Access possible via the A2 motorway, Herten junction.
#5 - Gelsenkirchener Zechensiedlungen
Easy·5.8 km·Est. 1–1.5 hr
#6 - Bismarck Rundweg Dreieck
Moderate·9.3 km·Est. 2–2.5 hr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the longest running trail in Gelsenkirchen?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest running trail in Gelsenkirchen is Bismarck Rundweg Dreieck. This trail is estimated to be 9.3 km long.

Which running trail has the most elevation gain in Gelsenkirchen?

Gelsenkirchen: With an ascent of 149 m, Through Nordsternpark has the most elevation gain of all of the running trails in the area. The next highest ascent for running trails is Bismarck Rundweg Dreieck with 132 m of elevation gain.