Best trails in Castrop-Rauxel
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Looking for the best hiking trails in Castrop-Rauxel? Whether you're getting ready to hike, bike, trail run, or explore other outdoor activities, AllTrails has 14 scenic trails in the Castrop-Rauxel area. Enjoy hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you.
Explore one of 3 easy hiking trails in Castrop-Rauxel or discover kid-friendly routes for your next family trip. Check out some trails with historic sights or adventure through the nature areas surrounding Castrop-Rauxel that are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts at any skill level.
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- 4.7 (36)·Moderate·5.1 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrFamily-friendly and panoramic tour in Castrop-Rauxel, North Rhine-Westphalia. The starting point is the forest car park. Sometimes it goes through a nature reserve, so dogs should be kept on a leash. But there is enough stretch for free run opportunities. Highlights of the route: - Pretty natural landscapes - Local flora and fauna - Nice views
- 4.8 (31)·Moderate·5 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrShort hiking route near Pöppinghausen in North Rhine-Westphalia. This route mainly runs along field and forest paths. From the charming little village of Pöppenhausen, the route follows the River Emscher through the Brandheide in the north of the municipality. Alternatively, the route can also be started at the Emscherland parking lot for more parking options. This makes the route slightly longer. Highlights: - Brandheide forest area - Hiking along the Emscher river - Shady forest paths
- 4.0 (23)·Easy·3.7 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrFrom the parking lot in Bochumer Str. And first go through the Langeloher forest. Then through the fields towards Erin Park. From the heap in Erin Park you have a beautiful view over Castrop-Rauxel. The way back is past orchards towards the parking lot. Nice round with a good view from the Erin Halde. Dogs can run freely over large sections. Reachable by bus and train (stop: Langeloh).
- 4.2 (17)·Easy·3.7 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrPopular loop trail near Castrop-Rauxel, North Rhine-Westphalia. This is a relaxed forest hike that starts near the Grutholz game reserve. A visit to the game reserve is highly recommended, especially for hikers with children. Dogs are allowed on a leash in the Grutholz game reserve, but are otherwise allowed to run around freely. The loop trail is also easy to reach from the train station in Castrop-Rauxel. Highlights of the hike: - Grutholz game reserve - Former colliery Victor - Forest...
- 4.0 (1)·Moderate·30.4 mi·Est. 10.5–11.5 hrExciting bike tour in Castrop-Rauxel, North Rhine-Westphalia. An adventure trip between the Emscher and the Rhine-Herne Canal of the New Emschertal Working Group with numerous art objects from the Emscherkunst project office. Marking: orange-marked fence posts, sign posts, bollards, etc. Highlights of the route: - Drive along the Rhine-Herne Canal - Local flora and fauna - Nice prospects
- 5.0 (3)·Moderate·4.8 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrVaried loop in North Rhine-Westphalia. The loop starts from the car park of the former racecourse. From here, the route leads to the Goldschmieding castle park. The route continues through the forest past the old winding tower of shaft 3 of the Erin colliery and past numerous old bomb craters filled with water to the Schwerin spoil tip. Here, a fantastic view over Castrop-Rauxel can be enjoyed. The "Castrop-Rauxel Süd" station is also close to the starting point, making it easy to get there...
- 4.0 (2)·Moderate·17.8 mi·Est. 6.5–7 hrWelcome to Emscherland 2020, there is a lot to see here: Wide expanses of water attract numerous birds at the Emscher-Auen farm. The Deininghauser stream has returned. And from Schwerin, there are sweeping views of the Emscher Valley. This tour is a little more challenging. Click here for the tour's happiness exercises: https://www.eglv.de/gluecksradtour3/
- 4.7 (8)·Moderate·5.6 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrFrom the Langeloh car park, head towards the Ölbachtal. Through the Ölbachtal it goes partly on muddy paths in the direction of Bövinghausen. Here it goes briefly through a settlement before you come to the Wagenbruch landscape protection area. Now it goes through fields and pastures back to the parking lot. Because at one point in the Ölbachtal the path is not accessible. Use Shira Bon's recording here.
- 4.8 (5)·Moderate·5.9 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrVaried loop trail near Castrop-Rauxel, North Rhine-Westphalia. From great views to a protected forest to a castle park, this loop trail offers a lot of variety. A special hiking highlight is the steel sundial on the Berghalde Schwerin, which at 151 m is the highest point in Castrop-Rauxel. Highlights of the hike: - Bodelschwingh Forest nature reserve - Steel sundial on the Berghalde Schwerin - Goldschmieding Park - Hammerhead Tower Erin - Detour to Haus Bodelschwingh (optional)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails in Castrop-Rauxel?
There are plenty of things to do on Castrop-Rauxel's hiking trails. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 11 hiking trails, and more.
What is the longest trail in Castrop-Rauxel?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Castrop-Rauxel is Emscher Inseltour. This trail is estimated to be 30.4 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain in Castrop-Rauxel?
Castrop-Rauxel: With an ascent of 1,696 ft, Emscher Inseltour has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Emscher Glücksradtour 3: Abkürzungen und Umwege (Castrop-Rauxel) with 1,177 ft of elevation gain.
Are there camping trails available in Castrop-Rauxel?
According to AllTrails.com, there is 1 camping trail in Castrop-Rauxel which is Emscher Inseltour with an average 4.0 star rating from 1 community reviews.
Are there running trails available in Castrop-Rauxel?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 3 running trails in Castrop-Rauxel and the most popular is Oelbachtal Loop with an average 4.7 star rating from 36 community reviews.
Are there any trails with scenic mountain peak views in Castrop-Rauxel?
Yes, there are 9 trails with scenic mountain peak views in Castrop-Rauxel, including Oelbachtal Loop, Grutholz game reserve and Victor shaft 6 colliery, Langeloh nature reserve from Holthausen, Emscher Inseltour, and Castrop-Rauxel: Alte Rennbahn - Halde Schwerin.
Are there any trails with historical ruins in Castrop-Rauxel?
Yes, there are 3 trails with historical ruins in Castrop-Rauxel, including Emscher Inseltour, Wagenbruch und NSG Olbachtal ab Langeloh, and Wagenbruch - Berghofer Holz - Langeloh.
Are there any trails with castles in Castrop-Rauxel?
Yes, there are 3 trails with castles in Castrop-Rauxel, including Emscher Inseltour, Emscher Glücksradtour 3: Abkürzungen und Umwege (Castrop-Rauxel), and Westerfilde loop A1.
Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Castrop-Rauxel?
Yes, there are 9 trails with scenic viewpoints in Castrop-Rauxel, including Pöppinghausen - Brandheide, Durchs Langeloh zur Zeche Erin, Emscher Inseltour, Castrop-Rauxel: Alte Rennbahn - Halde Schwerin, and Emscher Glücksradtour 3: Abkürzungen und Umwege (Castrop-Rauxel).
Are there any trails with huts in Castrop-Rauxel?
Yes, there is one trail with a hut in Castrop-Rauxel: Emscherauen - Beerenbruch und Brunosee - Mengede.
Are there any trails with rivers in Castrop-Rauxel?
Yes, there are 2 trails with rivers in Castrop-Rauxel, including Emscher Inseltour and Emscher Glücksradtour 3: Abkürzungen und Umwege (Castrop-Rauxel).
