Best bird watching trails in Duisburg

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Explore the most popular bird watching trails near Duisburg with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.

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#1 - Duisburger Sechs-Seen-Platte
4.6 (39)·Moderate·6 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hr
A scenic lake tour in Duisburg, North Rhine-Westphalia. The starting point is the Kalkweg car park, so that you complete the circular route around the lakes in the form of an 8. In good February weather it is quite crowded at the beginning (the dog should be kept on a leash here). Later the route becomes a little emptier so that the dogs can also run freely on the paths.
#2 - Duisburger Regattabahn und Parallelkanal
4.7 (31)·Easy·4.5 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hr
Family-friendly hike in Duisburg, North Rhine-Westphalia. Beautiful route around the regatta course, inaugurated in 1935, and the parallel canal. For a shorter tour, the detour to the parallel canal can easily be skipped. International canoeing and rowing competitions take place regularly on the reservoir. Highlights of the route: - Pretty natural landscapes - Local flora and fauna - Nice views of the regatta course
#3 - Sechs-Seen-Platte: Wolfsee und Haubachsee
3.8 (15)·Moderate·5.2 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hr
Great walk and run in Duisburg, North Rhine-Westphalia. A varied, easy circular route through the forest and past beautiful lakes. Well suited for walking the dog. Highlights of the route: - Pretty natural landscapes - Nice prospects - Local flora and fauna - Sechs-Seen-Platte: Wolfsee and Haubachsee
#4 - Baerler Busch from Uettelsheimer See
4.4 (12)·Moderate·9.5 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hr
Popular loop trail between Moers and Duisburg, North Rhine-Westphalia. This 15 km route is suitable for both hiking and cycling. A lot of variety is guaranteed here: Sometimes you hike along the Rhine, then past lakes and finally through the beautiful forest "Baerler Busch". Highlights of the route: - Baerler Busch - Rhine - Lake Uettelsheim - Lohheidesee
#5 - Sechs-Seen-Platte: Rund um den Wambachsee
4.3 (22)·Easy·1.6 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hr
Refreshing and charming round trip in Duisburg, North Rhine-Westphalia. This family-friendly round scores with a great forest playground for the children, which can be found along the tour. The Wambachsee is part of the Six Lakes Plateau and also offers pedal boating and diving. Highlights of the round: - Parking lots available - Accessible by bus - Pedal boating and diving - Wolfssee outdoor pool - Viewpoint "sternegg" nearby - Forest playground
#6 - MTB-Runde: Duisburg Stadtwald und 6-Seenplatte
3.8 (4)·Moderate·22.8 mi·Est. 9–9.5 hr
--- Refreshments Accessible by bus and train
#7 - Von Baerl über Orsoy
3.2 (5)·Moderate·7.7 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hr
Diverse hiking tour in Duisburg, North Rhine-Westphalia. Beautiful circular route along the banks of the Rhine and back through the fields. Along the Rhine it goes on a nature trail. Highlights of the route: - Pretty natural landscapes - Local flora and fauna - Beautiful views of and around the banks of the Rhine

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Frequently asked questions

What is the longest bird watching trail in Duisburg?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest bird watching trail in Duisburg is MTB-Runde: Duisburg Stadtwald und 6-Seenplatte. This trail is estimated to be 22.8 mi long.

Which bird watching trail has the most elevation gain in Duisburg?

Duisburg: With an ascent of 2,011 ft, MTB-Runde: Duisburg Stadtwald und 6-Seenplatte has the most elevation gain of all of the birding trails in the area. The next highest ascent for birding trails is Baerler Busch from Uettelsheimer See with 508 ft of elevation gain.