Baldeneysee Loop
53.1kmLength
1,602mElevation gain
Circular
Varied mountain bike tour near Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia.
From unspoilt single trails in the dense forest to the stately castle on the lakeshore, this MTB tour starting at Essen-Hügel railway station has it all. The route runs in a wide arc around Lake Baldeney, the largest of the six reservoirs on the Ruhr.
Highlights of the tour:
- Single trail sections
- Lake Baldeney
- Heisinger Ruhraue nature reserve
- Schellenberg Castle
- Langenhorster Forest
- Dellbach valley
- Baldeney Castle
- Heissiwald game reserve
- Kettwig city forest
- Luttelnau Castle (Kattelturm)
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Top sights
Schloss Baldeney
Castle
Baldeneysee
Reservoir
Ruhrtal
Valley
Reste des Leinpfad
Attraction
Campingplatz Cammerzell
Campsite
Rindsberger Mühle
Attraction
Schloß Schellenberg
Castle
Francis-Turbine
Attraction
Holteyer Hafen
Attraction
Kettwiger Stausee
Reservoir
Walter-Hohmann-Sternwarte
Attraction
Schloß Oefte
Castle
Deilbachhammer
Attraction
Baldeneyer Berg
Peak
Tiergehege Wichteltal
Attraction
Sturzquelle Kettwig
Spring
Kemmansberg
Peak
Anleger Kettwig
Viewpoint
Hermanns-Blick
Viewpoint
Campingplatz Horster Ruhrbrücke
Campsite
Historische Altstadt
Attraction
Ruhrblick
Viewpoint
Schleuse Neukirchen
Attraction
Prinz-Wilhelm-Bahn
Attraction
Francislaufrad des Kraftwerks Pfrombach
Attraction
Kraftwerksturbinenläufer
Attraction
Deilmannhof
Attraction
Mühlengraben
Lake
Kleiner Wasserfall
Waterfall
Blick nach Velbert
Viewpoint
Hundebrücke
Attraction
Top sights
Schloss Baldeney
Castle
Baldeneysee
Reservoir
Ruhrtal
Valley
Reste des Leinpfad
Attraction
Campingplatz Cammerzell
Campsite
Rindsberger Mühle
Attraction
Schloß Schellenberg
Castle
Francis-Turbine
Attraction
Holteyer Hafen
Attraction
Kettwiger Stausee
Reservoir
Walter-Hohmann-Sternwarte
Attraction
Schloß Oefte
Castle
Deilbachhammer
Attraction
Baldeneyer Berg
Peak
Tiergehege Wichteltal
Attraction
Sturzquelle Kettwig
Spring
Kemmansberg
Peak
Anleger Kettwig
Viewpoint
Hermanns-Blick
Viewpoint
Campingplatz Horster Ruhrbrücke
Campsite
Historische Altstadt
Attraction
Ruhrblick
Viewpoint
Schleuse Neukirchen
Attraction
Prinz-Wilhelm-Bahn
Attraction
Francislaufrad des Kraftwerks Pfrombach
Attraction
Kraftwerksturbinenläufer
Attraction
Deilmannhof
Attraction
Mühlengraben
Lake
Kleiner Wasserfall
Waterfall
Blick nach Velbert
Viewpoint
Hundebrücke
Attraction
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Get to know this 53.1-km circular trail near Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route. This trail is great for camping and mountain biking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring.
What is the expected weather this week for Baldeneysee Loop?
Expected weather for Baldeneysee Loop for the next 5 days is:
- Thu 24 September - 19.2 degrees/clear
- Fri 25 September - 22.8 degrees/clear
- Sat 26 September - 19.1 degrees/clear
- Sun 27 September - 26.6 degrees/clear
- Mon 28 September - 28.1 degrees/clear
Where is Baldeneysee Loop located?
Baldeneysee Loop is a trail located in Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany.
Are dogs allowed on Baldeneysee Loop?
Dogs may be allowed on Baldeneysee Loop. Be sure to check regulations before heading out.
Are there scenic views at Baldeneysee Loop?
Yes, according to trailgoers, Baldeneysee Loop features multiple scenic viewpoints. Some of the viewpoints include Anleger Kettwig, Hermanns-Blick, Ruhrblick and Blick nach Velbert.
Are there lakes at Baldeneysee Loop?
Yes, Baldeneysee Loop is near Mühlengraben.
Are there waterfalls at Baldeneysee Loop?
Yes, Baldeneysee Loop has a scenic view of Kleiner Wasserfall.
Is camping allowed at Baldeneysee Loop?
Camping is allowed on Baldeneysee Loop. 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 mountain biking allowed at Baldeneysee Loop?
Mountain biking is allowed on Baldeneysee Loop. Double check if the trail is mixed use or MTB-only.
Is Baldeneysee Loop paved?
Yes, according to trailgoers, Baldeneysee Loop is partially paved.
Are there forests at Baldeneysee Loop?
Yes, Baldeneysee Loop is a forest trail.
Are there wildflowers at Baldeneysee Loop?
Yes, trailgoers have reported a variety of wildflower types on Baldeneysee Loop, though the specific types can vary from month to month.
Last updated on 23 September 2026 at 01:55 GMT+0