Best long trails in Essen
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- 4.5 (201)·Moderate·8.9 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular circular loop trail near Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia This family-friendly circular route around the Baldeneysee in Essen is very popular and attracts many skaters, cyclists, runners and hikers, especially on weekends. The route runs picturesquely directly on the shore of Lake Baldeney, past historical monuments such as the former Pörtingsiepen colliery and the Scheppen house. During the spring and summer months, numerous wild geese can be seen with their young on the lake shore....
- 4.4 (61)·Hard·13.5 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hrPopular, quiet hiking trail near Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia. This scenic route leads around the Baldeneysee, where the beautiful Ruhr Valley landscape can be experienced up close. It starts at the parking lot at the EWSC. In an easterly direction to the Hardenbergufer where the lake is crossed over the bridge. Mostly along the shore it goes back. Forests, hills, narrow paths and meadows await. The ruins of the Esener Isenburg are passed above the lake as well as the small forest areas...
- 4.2 (53)·Moderate·6.4 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPanoramic loop through the Schellernberg Forest, North Rhine-Westphalia. The loop leads through the Schellenberg forest and past the Korter cliff. From here there is a beautiful panoramic view over Lake Baldeney. The trail then descends steeply to Lake Baldeney and climbs back up to Schellenberg Forest past the Hundsnocken colliery. Passing Schellenberg Castle, the route finally returns to the starting point. There are a few meters of elevation gain on this route. Dogs can run freely on the...
- 4.3 (34)·Hard·23.5 mi·Est. 9.5–10.5 hrVaried hiking tour in Kupferdreh near Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia. A great hike with variety. At Baldeneysee, you will see beautiful sights such as the Isenburg castle ruins. Highlights: - Railway bridge copper rotation - Lake Baldeney - Heisinger Bogen bird sanctuary - Yacht Club Ruhrland Essen - Baldeney Forest - Castle ruins of Neue Isenburg - Kruppwald - Wild gate Heissiwald - Brehm Island - Seaside Beach Baldeneysee lido
- 4.2 (23)·Moderate·30 mi·Est. 9.5–10 hrThe Baldeneysee is located in the south of Essen. Just northeast of it lies the Bochum Railway Museum. Here begins the circular route that leads to Baldeneysee and back and is best mastered by bike. The route around Lake Baldeney alone is 27 kilometers long. On the circular route you can enjoy the nature around the lake and many vantage points invite you to linger.
- 4.1 (28)·Easy·17.9 mi·Est. 6–6.5 hrScenic and beautiful cycle tour in Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia. This loop goes along the Zollverein route past Zollverein, to the Rhine-Herne Canal, and from there towards Zoom. From Zoom, the route follows the Erzbahntrasse back towards the south of Gelsenkirchen. The route runs almost exclusively on cycle paths, only crossing roads. The paths are unsuitable for racing bikes and best suited to mountain or touring bikes. From Zollverein to the Rhine-Herne Canal, the new cycle path can now...
- 4.6 (30)·Moderate·6.6 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrVaried loop trail near Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia. A well-known magnificent building of the industrial family Krupp, several forested areas, the Baldeneysee and a castle ruin that can be reached via a short detour - this loop trail offers a lot of variety. The route is also characterized by easy accessibility by public transport. Highlights of the hike: - Lake Baldeney - Villa Huegel (19th century) - Essen city forest - Detour to the castle ruins of Neue Isenburg - Baldeney Forest
- 4.4 (37)·Hard·12.2 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrCastle-rich hiking trail along the Ruhr, North Rhine-Westphalia. The hike can be easily reached by train (Essen-Werden train station) and is very well suited for a day trip from Essen and the surrounding area. Parking is available in the city center for those arriving by car. The hiking trail starts at Essen-Werden train station. It then leads south out of the city area and along the Ruhr with a fairly steep climb to Herrenburg and the former Jewish cemetery. Further south you pass the...
- 4.4 (31)·Moderate·6.6 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular loop near Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia. This lovely loop leads through the Kruppwald and Heissiwald near Essen-Werden. A particular highlight is the game preserve in the Heissiwald, where wild boars, deer, and even mouflons can be observed up close. Many paths are very close to nature and can be muddy and slippery after rainfall. Sturdy shoes are therefore recommended. There are places to stop for refreshments. The round can be reached by bus and train (access from the stop...
- 4.7 (32)·Moderate·8.2 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrHistorical hiking trail in Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia. The hike offers everything a hiker's heart desires: historic half-timbered houses, forests, fields, and streams. It begins at the Kettwig train station and leads to the Kettwig city forest. It goes up and down, counterclockwise. Sometimes it's just across the street. Halfway along the path, the Buchholzhof or the farmer's cafe can be an excellent place to stop. Highlights of the route: - Beautiful cultural and natural landscapes -...
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- Halde Pörtingsiepen
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- Aussichtspunkt Freiherr von Stein
- Burgruine Neue Isenburg
- Schloss Baldeney
- Alter Kupferdreher Bahnhof
- Campingpark Baldeneysee
- Baldeneyer Berg
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- Lore, ehem. Zeche Prinz Friedrich
- Pasberg
- Lummerland
- Wasserturbine
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- Haus Horst
- Neue Isenburg / Essen - Burgruine
- Kokerei Zollverein
- Sonnenrad
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- Ablaufberg des ehem. Güterbahnhofs Steele-Süd