Bottrop - Kirchhellen
66.5kmLength
1,014mElevation gain
Circular
Challenging mountain bike tour in the Hohe Mark Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia.
Challenging and varied mountain biking is also possible in the Ruhr region. Although this circular tour can hardly boast any natural mountains, several mining spoil tips provide for sporty climbs and rapid downhill rides. The route north of Bottrop leads bikers over the Brauck spoil tip and the Haniel spoil tip - one of the highest spoil tips in the entire Ruhr region at almost 160 metres.
Highlights of the tour:
- Numerous slagheaps
- Tetraeder Bottrop
- Emscher valley
- Karnaper Wäldchen
- Rhine-Herne Canal
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Head out on this 66.5-km circular trail near Bottrop, North Rhine-Westphalia. Generally considered a challenging route. This trail is great for mountain biking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring.
What is the expected weather this week for Bottrop - Kirchhellen?
Expected weather for Bottrop - Kirchhellen for the next 5 days is:
- Sun 20 September - 18.3 degrees/clear
- Mon 21 September - 17.3 degrees/clear
- Tue 22 September - 20.1 degrees/clear
- Wed 23 September - 17.2 degrees/showers
- Thu 24 September - 18.5 degrees/clear
Where is Bottrop - Kirchhellen located?
Bottrop - Kirchhellen is a trail located in Hohe Mark Nature Park - Westmünsterland.
Are dogs allowed on Bottrop - Kirchhellen?
Dogs may be allowed on Bottrop - Kirchhellen. Be sure to check regulations before heading out.
Is mountain biking allowed at Bottrop - Kirchhellen?
Mountain biking is allowed on Bottrop - Kirchhellen in Hohe Mark Nature Park - Westmünsterland. Double check if the trail is mixed use or MTB-only.
Are there forests at Bottrop - Kirchhellen?
Yes, Bottrop - Kirchhellen is a forest trail in Hohe Mark Nature Park - Westmünsterland.
Are there wildflowers at Bottrop - Kirchhellen?
Yes, trailgoers have reported a variety of wildflower types on Bottrop - Kirchhellen, though the specific types can vary from month to month.
Last updated on 10 September 2026 at 01:45 GMT+0