Best dog-friendly trails in Herne
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Explore the most popular dog-friendly trails near Herne 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
- 4.8 (36)·Easy·6.4 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrBeautiful hiking trail through the Gysenberg Forest near Herne in North Rhine-Westphalia This route runs through the idyllic Gysenberg Forest and starts at the ponds on the Ostbach stream and the Gysenberg animal park. You can stop off at the Gysenberg forester's lodge, if it is open, Highlights: - Gysenberg animal park - Ponds on the Ostbach - Gysenberg forest
- 4.6 (16)·Moderate·7.7 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrStarting next to the Largo, the route leads past Haus Galland into the forest. You pass the Gysenberg forest and continue along footpaths and bridleways towards Langeloher Wald. After a few metres on Mount-Cenis-Str., the route leads through a settlement and then back through fields to Volkspark Sodingen. Here you pass the Kaiser-Wilhelm-Turm and come to Sodinger Str. Now it's a few hundred metres along Sodinger Str. to the starting point. A beautiful and varied route through woods and fields.
- 4.1 (21)·Moderate·10.3 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrOfficial hiking trail of the Sauerland Mountain Club near Herne in North Rhine-Westphalia This hiking trail leads through the Gysenberg forest, the Volkspark Södingen and around the Langelohnbach stream. Near the starting point, the Gysenberg animal park invites you to visit. Highlights: - Gysenberg Forest - Gysenberg animal park - Södingen public park
- 5.0 (2)·Moderate·9.5 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrVaried hike in Herne, North Rhine-Westphalia. A nice round for a walk. If you like, you can visit the petting zoo with rabbits, sheep, horses and chickens. Highlights of the route: - Beautiful natural landscapes - Beautiful views - Local flora and fauna - Possibility of a petting zoo
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest dog-friendly trail in Herne?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest dog-friendly trail in Herne is Heap Circular Route. This trail is estimated to be 28.8 km long.
Which dog-friendly trail has the most elevation gain in Herne?
Herne: With an ascent of 632 m, Heap Circular Route has the most elevation gain of all of the dog-friendly trails in the area. The next highest ascent for dog-friendly trails is Rund um den Gysenberg with 223 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult dog-friendly trail in Herne?
The most popular and difficult dog-friendly trail in Herne is Heap Circular Route with a 5.0-star rating from 2 reviews.
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Points of interest
- The heart of the Ruhr region
- Ruhmbachquelle
- Aussichtsturm Bergehalde Pluto-Wilhelm
- Kaiser-Wilhelm-Turm
- Blick auf die Herner Wohntürme
- Gysenberg
- Schloß Strünkede
- Cranger Kirmes
- Hafen Julia
- Labyrinth Schloss Strünkede
- Herner Meer
- Beimberg
- Halde Zeche Königsgrube
- Ententeich
- Siedlung Teutoburgia
- Bergehalde Pluto-Wilhelm
- Gysenberger Mühle
- Migrationsobjekt Kreuz und Halbmond
- Blaues Klassenzimmer
- Grünes Zimmer