Best trail running trails in Herdecke
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Explore the most popular trail running trails near Herdecke 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
- 4.4 (18)·Moderate·12.6 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrPopular circular hiking trail on Lake Hengstey, North Rhine-Westphalia. This circular trail offers a successful mix of nature and history. The majority of the trail runs directly along the banks of Lake Hengstey. After completing around half of the route, you reach the well-preserved ruins of Hohensyburg Castle, which was built around 700. Highlights of the hike: - Lake Hengstey - Hohensyburg castle ruins - Several viewpoints - Ruhr Valley - high trail
- 4.8 (16)·Easy·6.8 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrPicturesque and scenic hiking and running tour near Herdecke, North Rhine-Westphalia. There is a lot to explore on this tour. It starts and ends at the car park, but you can also get there by bus. Highlights of the tour: - Great views - Local flora and fauna - Beautiful natural landscape - Rocks on Lake Harkort
- 4.2 (8)·Moderate·10.8 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrPopular circular hiking trail in the Ruhr region, North Rhine-Westphalia. The H3 circular trail starts at the car park of the sports field at Bleichstein. You walk along the Ruhr and through idyllic woodland to Ahlenberg, where a small loop takes you through a pretty residential area. The return route runs along the banks of Lake Hengstey. Highlights of the hike: - Lake Hengstey - "Teufelskanzel" viewpoint - Ship's angle - Koepchenwerk
- 3.9 (2)·Moderate·15.1 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrThe H4 circular hiking trail takes around 4 hours to complete. In principle, the hike can be started at any point. Part of the route is a relaxed walk on flat paths along the Ruhr to the southern end of Lake Hengstey. Highlights along the route include the Schiffswinkel, the Hengsteysee, the Mühlenteich, the Harkortsee and the Koepchenwerk. The viaduct, which marks the landmark of the town of Herdecke and was completed in 1878, can also be marvelled at.
- 4.4 (5)·Moderate·3.7 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrThis route makes a figure of eight on the Arenberg. The Arenberg is a low-lying, wooded hill between Wetter and Witten. It is a relatively easy route on forest paths. It is ideal for walking, running or walking the dog. The area is also very beautiful in winter when snow covers the trees.
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest running trail in Herdecke?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest running trail in Herdecke is H4: Hengstey- und Harkortsee. This trail is estimated to be 15.1 km long.
Which running trail has the most elevation gain in Herdecke?
Herdecke: With an ascent of 470 m, H4: Hengstey- und Harkortsee has the most elevation gain of all of the running trails in the area. The next highest ascent for running trails is Hengsteysee - Hohensyburg Loop with 377 m of elevation gain.