Best forest trails in Herne
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- 4.7 (34)·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
- 4.1 (12)·Easy·25.1 km·Est. 6–6.5 hrScenic and varied mountain bike tour near Herne, North Rhine-Westphalia. A great tour for mountain bike adventures in the Bergisches Land Nature Park. The Berger See and Ewaldsee lakes are particularly beautiful on this tour. Highlights of the tour: - Idyllic views of the Berger See & Ewaldsee lakes - Interesting local flora and fauna - Hoppenbruchhalde - Resser Mark - Berge Castle
- 4.2 (8)·Moderate·10.6 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular circular hiking trail between Herne and Bochum, North Rhine-Westphalia. This is a beautiful circular walk between the Gysenberg district park and the Tippelsberg. The Tippelsberg is a worthwhile hiking destination above all due to its fantastic views of Bochum. The Stemberger Busch nature reserve, the largest nature reserve in the Bochum city area, is also located along the route. Highlights of the hike: - Stemberger Busch nature reserve - Tippelsberg - Lower Stemberg pond -...
- 4.3 (4)·Moderate·27.7 km·Est. 7–7.5 hrCycle tour close to nature near Herne in North Rhine-Westphalia This cycle tour starts on the banks of the Rhine-Herne Canal and then heads north to Westerholt Castle in Westerholt. Due to its location, the route is ideal as an excursion from Gelsenkirchen. Highlights: - Westerholt Castle - Herten Castle - Cycling along the Rhine-Herne Canal - Löchterheide
- 4.3 (4)·Moderate·31.9 km·Est. 7.5–8.5 hrPopular cycle tour near Herten, North Rhine-Westphalia. This cycle tour covers more than 30 kilometres through the Ruhr region between Gelsenkirchen, Buer and Herten. Several nature reserves as well as two castles and the Ewald colliery lie along the route. The route can be reached by public transport.
- 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
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest forest trail in Herne?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Herne is RSG Herne cycling marathon - 250km Route. This trail is estimated to be 248.3 km long.
Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Herne?
Herne: With an ascent of 3,490 m, RSG Herne cycling marathon - 250km Route has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is RSG Herne RTF 2020 - Fahrt in den Frühling - 113er Strecke with 1,674 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult forest trail in Herne?
The most popular and difficult forest trail in Herne is Heap Circular Route with a 5.0-star rating from 2 reviews.
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- 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