Best trails in Oer-Erkenschwick
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Looking for the best walking trails in Oer-Erkenschwick? Whether you're getting ready to hike, cycle, trail run, or explore other outdoor pursuits, AllTrails has 21 picturesque trails in the Oer-Erkenschwick area. Discover hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from fellow outdoor enthusiasts.
Explore one of 7 easy walking routes in Oer-Erkenschwick, with child-friendly routes for your next family outing. Venture outdoors and learn more about the area's historic sites or take a break from the hustle and bustle along the many tree-lined paths surrounding Oer-Erkenschwick. Perfect for little feet, paws, walkers and outdoor enthusiasts of any skill level.
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- 4.5 (84)·Moderate·8 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrAdventurous, multi-faceted hiking trail in Westmünsterland, North Rhine-Westphalia. This fantastic trail can be found on a hill in the middle of the Ruhr region and starts at the Mutter Wehner car park. Unpaved paths through the forest dominate. Overall, the route is very green and quite natural, only partially tarmac. Some parts of this loop are used by horses and MTBs. A special highlight is a watchtower for firefighters, which is open to the public. It is well worth the climb, and is...
- 4.3 (31)·Easy·6 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrPopular circular hiking trail in the Hohe Mark Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. This is a beautiful and generally very relaxed hike through the south of the "Haard" forest area. You start at the car park of the Mutter Wehner restaurant (with beer garden). With the exception of Mondays and Tuesdays, you can stop off here after the hike. Highlights of the hike: - Quiet forest paths - nice refreshment stop
- 4.5 (13)·Hard·20.6 km·Est. 5.5–6 hrIdyllic and dog-friendly hiking trail through the Haard, North Rhine-Westphalia. Start and end at the Mutter Wehner car park. Wonderful hilly landscape of sandstone through the Hohe Mark Nature Park. Highlights of the tour: - Beautiful views - Local flora and fauna - Pretty natural landscapes - The Haard - Brinksknapp
- 4.5 (20)·Easy·5.6 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrCharming and family-friendly walk in the Hohe Mark Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. A beautiful circular route that starts at the Haardgrenzweg hiking car park and leads through the Hohe Mark Nature Park. Highlights of the tour: - Beautiful views - Local flora and fauna - Great natural landscapes - Hohe Mark Nature Park
- 4.0 (28)·Easy·3.7 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrThis route leads to the small Stimberg summit, which is 157 metres high. The Stimberg is located in the southernmost part of the Haardwald forest in the Hohe Mark Westmünsterland Nature Park. Overall, this trail is relatively easterly and flat. It is also completely wooded. The Federal Network Agency building is located on the Stimberg.
- 4.1 (19)·Moderate·14.8 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrIdyllic walking and running tour in Oer-Erkenschwick, North Rhine-Westphalia. Beautiful circular route through the Haard. Start from the Mutter Wehner car park on side paths through the Haard along the quarry pond and back. Highlights of the route: - Beautiful natural landscapes through the Haard - Local flora and fauna - Great views of the surrounding area - Flaesheim dredging hole
- 4.4 (14)·Moderate·10 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrScenic hiking and cycling tour in Oer-Erkenschwick, North Rhine-Westphalia. This beautiful circular route offers car parking facilities at the starting point "Mutter Wehner". The café and restaurant invites to s top for a bite to eat at the beginning or end of the hike. Along the way, the trail features beautiful forest paths and interesting sights, such as the Farnberg fire watch tower, Roman fountain, St John's Church and the Holy Tree. Highlights of the route: - Idyllic natural...
- 4.3 (6)·Moderate·10.5 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrVaried hiking tour in Oer-Erkenschwick through the Haard, North Rhine-Westphalia. Start and finish from the Mutter Wehner car park. Another route mainly along side paths, past the "Alte Buche". Highlights of the route: - Wonderful natural landscapes - Local flora and fauna - Great views
- 4.3 (10)·Moderate·7.4 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrThis route starts at Sinsener Straße. It is the south-western corner of the Die Haard forest from which it is accessed. The destination of the hike is the Farnberg, a hill in the forest on which the Farnberg fire watch tower is located. From the tower you have a good view of the surrounding area.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails in Oer-Erkenschwick?
There are plenty of things to do on Oer-Erkenschwick's hiking trails. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 18 hiking trails, 8 trail running trails, and more.
What is the longest trail in Oer-Erkenschwick?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Oer-Erkenschwick is Big Haard round. This trail is estimated to be 20.6 km long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain in Oer-Erkenschwick?
Oer-Erkenschwick: With an ascent of 443 m, Big Haard round has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Durch die Haard with 317 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail in Oer-Erkenschwick?
The most popular and difficult trail in Oer-Erkenschwick is Big Haard round with a 4.5-star rating from 13 reviews.
Are there camping trails available in Oer-Erkenschwick?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 3 camping trails in Oer-Erkenschwick and the most popular is Big Haard round with an average 4.5 star rating from 13 community reviews.
Are there running trails available in Oer-Erkenschwick?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 8 running trails in Oer-Erkenschwick and the most popular is Haard Loop from Mutter Wehner with an average 4.3 star rating from 31 community reviews.
Are there any trails with scenic mountain peak views in Oer-Erkenschwick?
Yes, there are 20 trails with scenic mountain peak views in Oer-Erkenschwick, including Haard Circuit, Big Haard round, Haardt Loop, Zum Stimberg and Durch die Haard.
Are there any trails with waterfalls in Oer-Erkenschwick?
Yes, there is one trail with a waterfall in Oer-Erkenschwick: Halde General Blumenthal.
Are there any trails with archaeological sites in Oer-Erkenschwick?
Yes, there is one trail with an archaeological site in Oer-Erkenschwick: Mutter Wehner - Die Haard.
Are there any trails with historical monuments in Oer-Erkenschwick?
Yes, there is one trail with a historical monument in Oer-Erkenschwick: Kleine Zechenbahnrunde Oer-Erkenschwick.
Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Oer-Erkenschwick?
Yes, there are 7 trails with scenic viewpoints in Oer-Erkenschwick, including Haard Circuit, Big Haard round, Mutter Wehner - Die Haard, Farnberg Mountain and Dachsberg loop trail A2.
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- Feuerwachturm Farnberg
- Stimberg
- Schwarzer Berg
- Weseler Berge
- Teufel Skulptur
- Dicker Stein
- Farnberg
- Scharpenberg
- Römerbrunnen
- Kinder- und Jugendcamp Haard
- Wasserfall am Silvertbach
- Moosberg
- Küsberg
- Halde Ewald-Fortsetzung
- Das grüne Klassenzimmer
- Die Teufelssteine an der Stimberg Höhe
- Barbarakapelle am Stollenmundloch
- Zimmermann Skulptur
- Bergmann Skulpturen
- Campingplatz Ludbrock - Naturpark Hohe Mark