Best trail running trails in Herdecke
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Explore the most popular trail running trails near Herdecke with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
Top trails
- 4.3 (17)·Moderate·7.8 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrPopular loop trail at Hengsteysee, North Rhine-Westphalia. This loop trail offers a delightful mix of nature and history. Most of the trail leads directly along the shore of the Hengsteysee. After about half of the route has been completed, you reach the well-preserved ruins of Hohensyburg Castle, built around 700. Highlights of the hike: - Hengsteysee - Hohensyburg ruins - several vantage points - Ruhr valley - ridge trail
- 4.8 (16)·Easy·4.2 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrPicturesque and promising hiking and running tour near Herdecke, North Rhine-Westphalia. There is a lot to explore on this tour. Start and end are at the parking lot, but you can also arrive by bus. Highlights of the tour: - Great prospects - Local flora and fauna - Beautiful natural scenery - Rocks at Harkortsee
- 4.2 (8)·Moderate·6.7 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrPopular loop trail in the Ruhr area, North Rhine-Westphalia. The loop trail H3 begins at the parking lot of the sports field at the Bleichstein. You hike along the Ruhr and through an idyllic forest to Ahlenberg, where there is a small loop through a pretty residential area. The way back leads along the shore of the Hengsteysee. Highlights of the hike: - Hengsteysee - View point "Devil's Pulpit" - Schiffswinkel - Koepchenwerk
- 3.9 (2)·Moderate·9.4 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrThe circular route H4 requires a walking time of around 4 hours. In principle, the hike can be started at any point. Part of the route is relaxed on level paths along the Ruhr to the southern end of the Hengstesees lake. Highlights along the route are the Schiffswinkel, the Hengsteysee, the Mühlenteich, the Harkortsee and the Koepchenwerk. The viaduct, which marks the landmark of the city of Herdecke and was completed in 1878, can also be admired.
- 4.4 (5)·Moderate·2.3 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrThis route makes an eight on the Arenberg. The Arenberg is a low-lying, wooded hill between Wetter and Witten. It's a relatively easy walk on forest trails. It is ideal for walking, running or taking the dog for a walk. The area is also very beautiful in winter when snow covers the trees.
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest running trail in Herdecke?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest running trail in Herdecke is H4: Hengstey- und Harkortsee. This trail is estimated to be 9.4 mi long.
Which running trail has the most elevation gain in Herdecke?
Herdecke: With an ascent of 1,541 ft, H4: Hengstey- und Harkortsee has the most elevation gain of all of the running trails in the area. The next highest ascent for running trails is Hengsteysee - Hohensyburg Loop with 1,236 ft of elevation gain.