Ückendorf Circular Route: Skulpturenwald - Rheinelbe-Park - Schwarzbachtal
12.2kmLength
196mElevation gain
3–3.5hrEstimated time
Circular
Beautiful circular route in Gelsenkirchen in North Rhine-Westphalia
This walk runs through Gelsenkirchen and up to the Rheinelbe spoil tip, from where there is a wonderful view. In Von-Wedelstaedt-Park, you walk through an inner-city woodland area and the fantastic sculpture forest. The start and finish are at Gelsenkirchen Central Station.
Highlights:
- View from the Rheinelbe spoil tip
- Rheinelbe Park
- Von-Wedelstaedt Park
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Get to know this 12.2-km circular trail near Gelsenkirchen, North Rhine-Westphalia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 50 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
What is the expected weather this week for Ückendorf Circular Route: Skulpturenwald - Rheinelbe-Park - Schwarzbachtal?
Expected weather for Ückendorf Circular Route: Skulpturenwald - Rheinelbe-Park - Schwarzbachtal for the next 5 days is:
- Sat 26 September - 25.8 degrees/clear
- Sun 27 September - 24.5 degrees/clear
- Mon 28 September - 28.3 degrees/clear
- Tue 29 September - 29.7 degrees/clear
- Wed 30 September - 22.4 degrees/showers
Where is Ückendorf Circular Route: Skulpturenwald - Rheinelbe-Park - Schwarzbachtal located?
Ückendorf Circular Route: Skulpturenwald - Rheinelbe-Park - Schwarzbachtal is a trail located in Gelsenkirchen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany.
How hard is Ückendorf Circular Route: Skulpturenwald - Rheinelbe-Park - Schwarzbachtal?
Ückendorf Circular Route: Skulpturenwald - Rheinelbe-Park - Schwarzbachtal is considered a moderate hike that covers 12.2 km, with an elevation gain of 196 m. It takes about 3–3.5 hr to complete. Moderate trails often feature gradual climbs or obstacles like rocks or roots.
What is the elevation gain for Ückendorf Circular Route: Skulpturenwald - Rheinelbe-Park - Schwarzbachtal?
Ückendorf Circular Route: Skulpturenwald - Rheinelbe-Park - Schwarzbachtal is considered a moderate hike that covers 12.2 km, with an elevation gain of 196 m. It takes about 3–3.5 hr to complete. Moderate trails often feature gradual climbs or obstacles like rocks or roots.
Is Ückendorf Circular Route: Skulpturenwald - Rheinelbe-Park - Schwarzbachtal a circular?
Ückendorf Circular Route: Skulpturenwald - Rheinelbe-Park - Schwarzbachtal is a circular trail that covers 12.2 km, with an elevation gain of 196 m. It takes about 3–3.5 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 Ückendorf Circular Route: Skulpturenwald - Rheinelbe-Park - Schwarzbachtal?
Ückendorf Circular Route: Skulpturenwald - Rheinelbe-Park - Schwarzbachtal is a circular trail that covers 12.2 km, with an elevation gain of 196 m. It takes about 3–3.5 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 Ückendorf Circular Route: Skulpturenwald - Rheinelbe-Park - Schwarzbachtal?
Dogs may be allowed on Ückendorf Circular Route: Skulpturenwald - Rheinelbe-Park - Schwarzbachtal. Be sure to check regulations before heading out.
When is the best time of year to hike Ückendorf Circular Route: Skulpturenwald - Rheinelbe-Park - Schwarzbachtal?
Ückendorf Circular Route: Skulpturenwald - Rheinelbe-Park - Schwarzbachtal is open all year round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
How busy is Ückendorf Circular Route: Skulpturenwald - Rheinelbe-Park - Schwarzbachtal?
According to trailgoers, Ückendorf Circular Route: Skulpturenwald - Rheinelbe-Park - Schwarzbachtal is usually somewhat busy. Ückendorf Circular Route: Skulpturenwald - Rheinelbe-Park - Schwarzbachtal is open all year round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
Is Ückendorf Circular Route: Skulpturenwald - Rheinelbe-Park - Schwarzbachtal child-friendly?
Yes, many trailgoers have described Ückendorf Circular Route: Skulpturenwald - Rheinelbe-Park - Schwarzbachtal as good for children and families. Child-friendly trails are typically short, with clearly marked paths and fairly level terrain.
Is Ückendorf Circular Route: Skulpturenwald - Rheinelbe-Park - Schwarzbachtal paved?
Yes, according to trailgoers, Ückendorf Circular Route: Skulpturenwald - Rheinelbe-Park - Schwarzbachtal is partially paved.
Are there forests at Ückendorf Circular Route: Skulpturenwald - Rheinelbe-Park - Schwarzbachtal?
Yes, Ückendorf Circular Route: Skulpturenwald - Rheinelbe-Park - Schwarzbachtal is a forest trail.
Last updated on 16 September 2026 at 00:52 GMT+0