Best forest trails in Bochum

Beautiful loop in the Weitmarer Holz, North Rhine-Westphalia. This route begins at the parking lot on Blankensteiner Straße in the very south of Bochum. It explores both the Weitmarer Holz and the Rauendahler forest and thus circles the district of Sundern. As the name suggests, the path mostly leads through the forest. A great loop for walking the dog or jogging. However, dog owners should also be considerate of the wild animals that live here in the forest. Highlights: - Deer park near...

This is a great loop to do with a dog if you have one! It mainly leads around the Dahlhauser Heide (the hike starts at the Hordeler Hedie bus stop). The route leads mainly through forest areas and shrubs. There are even some ponds. It is relatively short and easy to walk on.

Family-friendly loop in Bochum, North Rhine-Westphalia This is a short and child-friendly loop along the Ruhr. A great mix of nature, water and industry (mining and railways) is waiting to be discovered. The start is the parking lot at the railway museum in Bochum, which children are sure to be interested in. An idyllic path leads along the north bank of the Ruhr to the Holtey floating bridge, which is well worth seeing. The Ruhr is crossed on the bridge and you walk back on the opposite...

Varied tour in North Rhine-Westphalia It starts on the ore railway line and the route of the Kray-Wanner-Bahn. It goes past the sculpture park and the Rheinelbe Halde. It goes over asphalt and gravel paths and there are refreshment stops along the way. Highlights: - Sculpture park - Gelsenkirchen Zoo

Panoramic loop in North Rhine-Westphalia. This hike starts at the parking lot Tippelsberg, about 100 m further there is another parking lot. Around the Tippelsberg there is a nature trail since summer 2020. To the highest point it is only a few meters and from here you can enjoy the magnificent panoramic view over the Ruhr area. From the Tippelsberg it then goes to the Zillertal. The paths are well developed and not muddy even in bad weather. Highlights: - Viewpoint on the Tippelsberg -...

Charming and family-friendly tour in Bochum, North Rhine-Westphalia. This small but friendly group is ideal for families with children. Cars can be parked at the Heveney Port Car Park (charges apply). From there, the route leads through the forest with beautiful views of the sailing harbor above the Oelbach. Slight inclines with steps are to be expected at the beginning. The return on the Ruhr-In line is sunnier. Highlights of the route: - Pretty natural landscapes - Local flora and fauna -...

This short route explores the wooded areas around the district of Bergen. The area is between Bochum and Herne, just north of the 43. There are ponds and streams in the woods. The path leads along the Berger Mühlenbach for a while. The route is extended by going north and crossing the field into another small forest.

The route starts in Volkspark Gerthe. The route leads clockwise through extremely varied terrain to the south and then back again. There are wonderful wide field paths, but also great little trails in the forest. Water is also a constant companion: the Ruhr and the lakes it forms are mainly to be found in the southern part of the route. Once you reach Bochum-Dahlhausen station, the surroundings become increasingly urban.

Varied bike tour near Bochum, North Rhine-Westphalia This route expands the leisurely railway track cycle path "Der Rheinische Esel", which runs between Dortmund-Löttringhausen and Bochum-Langendreer, into a great loop tour. In addition to idyllic bodies of water and some quiet forest passages, impressive testimonies to industrial culture in the Ruhr area await everywhere along the way. There are places to stay and eat. Accessible by bus and train (e.g., from Witten central station)....

Beautiful circular walk near Bochum in North Rhine-Westphalia This circular route runs south of Bochum through the Weitmarer Holz and through the Rauendahler forest. In the north of the route, the hiking trail passes the Jörgenstein game reserve in the Weitmarer Holz. Highlights: - Deer park in the north - Wide wood - Rauendahl Forest