Mammoth March Ruhr (55 km)
55.2kmLength
594mElevation gain
12–13hrEstimated time
Circular
Popular long-distance hike in the Ruhr region, North Rhine-Westphalia
This route corresponds to the 55 km route of the "Little Mammoth" hiking event, which takes place as part of the "Mammutmarsch Ruhr". More information on the "Mammutmarsch" event can be found under "Tips".
This is an interesting hike for anyone who wants to discover industrial monuments and industrial landscapes in the Ruhr region at a slower pace. There is also plenty of time to enjoy nature - the route runs through several nature reserves and, for a while, through a nature park.
As there are places to stay overnight and stop for refreshments along the way, the route can easily be walked in several leisurely daily stages.
Accessible by bus and train (Landschaftspark Duisburg-Nord stop).
Highlights of the hike:
- Duisburg blast furnace in the Duisburg-Nord Landscape Park
- Monte Schlacko
- Oberhausen gasometer
- Riverside path along the Rhine-Herne Canal
- Scary labyrinth NRW
- Malakow tower at Prosper-Haniel colliery
- Tetraeder Bottrop viewing point on the Beckstraße spoil tip
- Koellnischer Wald nature reserve
- Hohe Mark-Westmünsterland Nature Park
- Hiesfeld Forest Nature Reserve
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Top sights
Hochofen
Viewpoint
DAV Duisburger Nordparkhütte
Alpine hut
Künstliche Quelle
Spring
Tarpan / Dülmener Wildpferd
Attraction
Marina Oberhausen
Caravan site
Halde Beckstraße
Peak
Tetraeder
Attraction
Gasometer Oberhausen
Building
Schloss Oberhausen
Castle
Bottroper Schafe
Monument
Theater der Pflanzen
Garden
Halde Schöttelheide
Peak
Berne Park
Attraction
Landschaftsbauwerk Sterkrade
Peak
Bauernhof
Attraction
Klettergarten DAV Duisburg
Attraction
Europäischer Goldschakal
Attraction
Zwergziegen
Attraction
Soayschaf / Zwergzebu
Attraction
Wollschweine
Attraction
Emscherperle
Attraction
DasParkhotel
Campsite
Ouessantschafe
Attraction
Seidenhuhn und Sebright-Huhn
Attraction
Holländer Weißhaube und Sumatra-Huhn
Attraction
Otter
Attraction
Wildschweine
Attraction
Krüper-Hühner
Attraction
Luchse
Attraction
Waschbären
Attraction
Marmorfüchse
Attraction
Landschildkröten
Attraction
Bankivahuhn
Attraction
Rotwild
Attraction
Damhirsche
Attraction
Mufflons
Attraction
Storchenwiese
Attraction
Westfälischer Totleger
Attraction
Moorschnucken
Attraction
Wellensittiche
Attraction
KGV Batenbrock
Garden
Top sights
Hochofen
Viewpoint
DAV Duisburger Nordparkhütte
Alpine hut
Künstliche Quelle
Spring
Tarpan / Dülmener Wildpferd
Attraction
Marina Oberhausen
Caravan site
Halde Beckstraße
Peak
Tetraeder
Attraction
Gasometer Oberhausen
Building
Schloss Oberhausen
Castle
Bottroper Schafe
Monument
Theater der Pflanzen
Garden
Halde Schöttelheide
Peak
Berne Park
Attraction
Landschaftsbauwerk Sterkrade
Peak
Bauernhof
Attraction
Klettergarten DAV Duisburg
Attraction
Europäischer Goldschakal
Attraction
Zwergziegen
Attraction
Soayschaf / Zwergzebu
Attraction
Wollschweine
Attraction
Emscherperle
Attraction
DasParkhotel
Campsite
Ouessantschafe
Attraction
Seidenhuhn und Sebright-Huhn
Attraction
Holländer Weißhaube und Sumatra-Huhn
Attraction
Otter
Attraction
Wildschweine
Attraction
Krüper-Hühner
Attraction
Luchse
Attraction
Waschbären
Attraction
Marmorfüchse
Attraction
Landschildkröten
Attraction
Bankivahuhn
Attraction
Rotwild
Attraction
Damhirsche
Attraction
Mufflons
Attraction
Storchenwiese
Attraction
Westfälischer Totleger
Attraction
Moorschnucken
Attraction
Wellensittiche
Attraction
KGV Batenbrock
Garden
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Explore this 55.2-km circular trail near Duisburg, North Rhine-Westphalia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 11 h 46 min to complete. This is a popular trail for backpacking, camping, and hiking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day.
What is the expected weather this week for Mammoth March Ruhr (55 km)?
Expected weather for Mammoth March Ruhr (55 km) for the next 5 days is:
- Thu 24 September - 19.9 degrees/clear
- Fri 25 September - 23.2 degrees/clear
- Sat 26 September - 19.9 degrees/clear
- Sun 27 September - 27.1 degrees/clear
- Mon 28 September - 28.1 degrees/clear
Where is Mammoth March Ruhr (55 km) located?
Mammoth March Ruhr (55 km) is a trail located in Duisburg, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany.
How hard is Mammoth March Ruhr (55 km)?
Mammoth March Ruhr (55 km) is considered a moderate hike that covers 55.2 km, with an elevation gain of 594 m. It takes about 12–13 hr to complete. Moderate trails often feature gradual climbs or obstacles like rocks or roots.
What is the elevation gain for Mammoth March Ruhr (55 km)?
Mammoth March Ruhr (55 km) is considered a moderate hike that covers 55.2 km, with an elevation gain of 594 m. It takes about 12–13 hr to complete. Moderate trails often feature gradual climbs or obstacles like rocks or roots.
Is Mammoth March Ruhr (55 km) a circular?
Mammoth March Ruhr (55 km) is a circular trail that covers 55.2 km, with an elevation gain of 594 m. It takes about 12–13 hr to complete. Circular trails have the same starting point and endpoint. You'll follow a single route without retracing your steps.
How long is Mammoth March Ruhr (55 km)?
Mammoth March Ruhr (55 km) is a circular trail that covers 55.2 km, with an elevation gain of 594 m. It takes about 12–13 hr to complete. Circular trails have the same starting point and endpoint. You'll follow a single route without retracing your steps.
Are dogs allowed on Mammoth March Ruhr (55 km)?
Dogs may be allowed on Mammoth March Ruhr (55 km). Be sure to check regulations before heading out.
Are there scenic views at Mammoth March Ruhr (55 km)?
Yes, Hochofen is located on Mammoth March Ruhr (55 km).
Is camping allowed at Mammoth March Ruhr (55 km)?
Camping is allowed on Mammoth March Ruhr (55 km). Camping accommodations vary, and can include campsites, dispersed camping, huts, or in-town accommodations. You should always double check if a permit is required.
Is backpacking allowed at Mammoth March Ruhr (55 km)?
Backpacking is allowed on Mammoth March Ruhr (55 km). Backpacking trails are typically longer and are often point-to-point trails. Camping accommodations vary, and can include campsites, dispersed camping, huts, or in-town accommodations. You should always double check if a permit is required.
Is Mammoth March Ruhr (55 km) paved?
Yes, according to trailgoers, Mammoth March Ruhr (55 km) is partially paved.
Are there forests at Mammoth March Ruhr (55 km)?
Yes, Mammoth March Ruhr (55 km) is a forest trail.
Are there wildflowers at Mammoth March Ruhr (55 km)?
Yes, trailgoers have reported a variety of wildflower types on Mammoth March Ruhr (55 km), though the specific types can vary from month to month.
Last updated on 24 September 2026 at 03:29 GMT+0