Best kid-friendly trails in Bochum

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...

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 loop route leads around the scenic Ümminger See, a popular lake park located in Bochum. The path transitions smoothly along the shoreline, passing green spaces and quiet water zones where native waterfowl like cormorants can often be observed. An industrial history shapes this area, as the lake was originally created to serve as a sedimentation basin for local mining operations. Modern explorers will find a digital learning path featuring QR-code information stations that share insights...

Family-friendly and promising hike near Bochum, North Rhine-Westphalia. The tour starts in Kettwig and ends in Querenburg and takes you through the beautiful botanical garden. Highlights of the tour: - Botanical Garden - Pretty prospects - Local flora and fauna - Beautiful and varied natural landscapes - Refreshments available

Leisurely stroll through Bömmerdelle, North Rhine-Westphalia. This small round leads through the idyllic Bömmerdelle forest area in Langendreerholz. The small forest area is perfect for a relaxing walk with the family. The paths are easily walkable and easy to walk. Highlights: - quiet ways - idyllic forest

Family-friendly and promising hike near Bochum, North Rhine-Westphalia. Start and finish are at the Oveney P4 car park. Charming and varied natural landscapes, from a village atmosphere to country lanes and a beautiful river landscape. Highlights of the tour: - Pretty prospects - Local flora and fauna - Beautiful natural landscapes - Along the Ruhr

Historical mining theme trail in Höntrop, North Rhine-Westphalia. The Höntrop-Eppendorf mining trail is one of the shortest themed trails in the Ruhr region. It runs as a loop through Wattenscheid, taking in former colliery sites, spoil tips and railroads. Information boards at the stations provide interesting facts. And there is plenty of it, because coal was mined in tunnels here early on. Shafts I and II in the south-west on Elchweg and Spelbergs Busch road were the first to be built....