Best historic site trails in Gelsenkirchen

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Explore the most popular historic site trails near Gelsenkirchen 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 - Through Nordsternpark
4.5 (15)·Moderate·5.6 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hr
Panoramic circular route in Gelsenkirchen, North Rhine-Westphalia. This is a circular route through the Nordsternpark over the Eickwinkel dump and the Schurenbach dump in Gelsenkirchen. There is very good foresight from the heaps. The paths are in good condition. Highlights of the route: - Pretty natural landscapes - Local flora and fauna - Nice views
#2 - Buer Rundweg A3
3.5 (6)·Moderate·4.6 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hr
#3 - City Forest - Siebenschmerzenkapelle Chapel
4.8 (5)·Easy·2.5 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hr
Relaxed loop in the city forest of Buer, North Rhine-Westphalia. The start of this beautiful tour is at the car park right next to the "Hauptfriedhof" bus stop. It is therefore easy to get there by car or public transport. The destination is the historic Siebenschmerzenkapelle chapel ("chapel of seven sorrows"), which was built here in the 18th century. Highlights: - Chapel of Seven Sorrows - Relaxed forest - Station trail with bronze plaques
#4 - Durch die Resser Schweiz nach Westerholt
4.5 (5)·Easy·4.1 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hr
Family-friendly tour through Resser Schweiz to Westerholt Castle, North Rhine-Westphalia. A leisurely stroll through idyllic Westerholt and across the fields of Resser Schweiz. Expansive views and small rivers round off the hike. The cultural highlight of the tour is Westerholt Castle. You can stop off in Westerholt. Highlights: - Path along the Holzbach - sunny landscape - Westerholt Castle
#5 - Nordsternpark - Halde Mathias - Rhein-Herne-Kanal
5.0 (1)·Moderate·10.1 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hr
#6 - Runde ab Wattenscheid um Essen
3.5 (8)·Moderate·26.7 mi·Est. 10–11 hr
Promising and demanding mountain bike tour in Wattenscheid near Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia. A nice round for a little mountain bike experience around Essen. Refreshments are available. Highlights of the tour: - A bit along the Ruhr - Beautiful & varied landscape - Great views of the area
#7 - Grubenfahrt - den Bergbau erfahren
3.7 (2)·Moderate·23.3 mi·Est. 8.5–9.5 hr
#8 - Fahrradtour: Gelsenkirchen - Heidesee
3.6 (4)·Easy·17.9 mi·Est. 6.5–7.5 hr
#9 - Rhein-Herne-Kanal und Halde Hoheward
4.0 (1)·Moderate·23.7 mi·Est. 9–9.5 hr
Beautiful, varied route near Gelsenkirchen, North Rhine-Westphalia. A beautiful route that is particularly impressive in the sun and clear weather. You can then also see the "sundials". From the parking lot always along the canal (against the current), the route is usually signposted. There is an information board on the bridge in front of the Grimberg harbor. From there you follow the EPR / industrial culture sign color red cycle path. Until the Rhine Herne Canal comes, from there back...
#10 - Gelsenkirchen nach Ickern
3.0 (1)·Easy·52.7 mi·Est. 20–22 hr
Versatile bike tour around Gelsenkirchen, North Rhine-Westphalia. The route offers very little road, but mainly tracks, cycle paths and forest paths. From Gelsenkirchen the route leads through many beautiful parks and protected forest areas. Highlights: - varying landscape - many places to stop

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Frequently asked questions

What is the longest historic site trail in Gelsenkirchen?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest historic site trail in Gelsenkirchen is Gelsenkirchen nach Ickern. This trail is estimated to be 52.7 mi long.

Which historic site trail has the most elevation gain in Gelsenkirchen?

Gelsenkirchen: With an ascent of 4,511 ft, Gelsenkirchen nach Ickern has the most elevation gain of all of the historic site trails in the area. The next highest ascent for historic site trails is Gelsenkirchen nach Nottuln with 3,779 ft of elevation gain.