Best trails in Oer-Erkenschwick
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Looking for the best hiking trails in Oer-Erkenschwick? Whether you're getting ready to hike, bike, trail run, or explore other outdoor activities, AllTrails has 21 scenic trails in the Oer-Erkenschwick area. Enjoy hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you.
Explore one of 7 easy hiking trails in Oer-Erkenschwick or discover kid-friendly routes for your next family trip. Check out some trails with historic sights or adventure through the nature areas surrounding Oer-Erkenschwick that are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts at any skill level.
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- 4.5 (84)·Moderate·5 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrEventful, multifaceted hiking trail in Westmünsterland, North Rhine-Westphalia. The great trail can be found on a hill in the middle of the Ruhr area and starts at the Mutter Wehner car park. Unpaved paths through the forest dominate. Overall, the route is very green and quite natural, only partially paved. Some parts of this loop are used by horses and MTBs. A particular highlight is a watchtower for firefighters, which is open to the public. The ascent is worth it, it is particularly...
- 4.3 (31)·Easy·3.7 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrPopular loop trail in the Hohe Mark Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. This is a beautiful and overall very relaxing hike through the south of the Haard forest area. The start is at the parking lot of the restaurant Mutter Wehner (with beer garden). With the exception of Mondays and Tuesdays, you can stop here for refreshments after the hike. Highlights of the hike: - quiet forest trails - nice place to stop for refreshments
- 4.5 (13)·Hard·12.8 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hrIdyllic and dog-friendly hiking trail through Die Haard, North Rhine-Westphalia. Start and end are at the car park Mother Wehner. Beautiful hilly landscape of sandstone through the Hohe Mark nature park. Highlights of the tour: - Beautiful views - Local flora and fauna - Pretty natural landscapes - The Haard - Brinksnapp
- 4.3 (21)·Easy·3.5 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrCharming and family-friendly walk in the Hohe Mark Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. Beautiful circular route at the Haard Grenzweg hiking car park, which leads through the Hohe Mark Nature Park. Highlights of the tour: - Beautiful views - Local flora and fauna - Great natural landscapes - High Mark Nature Park
- 4.0 (28)·Easy·2.3 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrThis route leads to the small Stimberg peak, which is 157 m high. The Stimberg is located in the southernmost part of the Haardwald in the Hohe Mark Westmünsterland Nature Park. Overall, this trail is relatively eastern and flat. In addition, it is completely forested. The building of the Federal Network Agency is located on the Stimberg.
- 4.1 (19)·Moderate·9.2 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrIdyllic hiking and running tour in Oer-Erkenschwick, North Rhine-Westphalia. Nice circular route through the Haard. Start from the parking lot Mutter Wehner on side roads through the Haard along the quarry pond and back. Highlights of the route: - Pretty natural landscapes through the Die Haard - Local flora and fauna - Great views of the area - Flaesheim dredging hole
- 4.4 (14)·Moderate·6.2 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrScenic hiking and cycling tour in Oer-Erkenschwick, North Rhine-Westphalia. This beautiful loop offers parking facilities at the "Mutter Wehner" starting point. The café and restaurant invite to stop off at the beginning or end of the hike. Along the way, the trail features beautiful forest paths and exciting sights, such as the Farnberg fsire watch tower, Roman fountain, St. John and the Holy Tree. Highlights of the route: - Idyllic natural landscapes - Fire watch tower - Farnberg - Roman...
- 4.3 (6)·Moderate·6.5 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrA varied hiking tour in Oer-Erkenschwick through Die Haard, North Rhine-Westphalia. Start and end from the Mutter Wehner car park. Again a stretch mainly on side roads, past the "Old Beech". Highlights of the route: - Beautiful natural landscapes - Local flora and fauna - Great views
- 4.3 (10)·Moderate·4.6 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrThis route starts at Sinsener Straße. It is the southwest corner of the forest Die Haard from which it is entered. The destination of the hike is the Farnberg, a hill in the forest on which the Farnberg fire watchtower is also located. From the tower there is a good view of the surroundings.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails in Oer-Erkenschwick?
There are plenty of things to do on Oer-Erkenschwick's hiking trails. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 18 hiking trails, 8 trail running trails, and more.
What is the longest trail in Oer-Erkenschwick?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Oer-Erkenschwick is Big Haard round. This trail is estimated to be 12.8 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain in Oer-Erkenschwick?
Oer-Erkenschwick: With an ascent of 1,453 ft, Big Haard round has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Durch die Haard with 1,040 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail in Oer-Erkenschwick?
The most popular and difficult trail in Oer-Erkenschwick is Big Haard round with a 4.5-star rating from 13 reviews.
Are there camping trails available in Oer-Erkenschwick?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 3 camping trails in Oer-Erkenschwick and the most popular is Big Haard round with an average 4.5 star rating from 13 community reviews.
Are there running trails available in Oer-Erkenschwick?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 8 running trails in Oer-Erkenschwick and the most popular is Haard Loop from Mutter Wehner with an average 4.3 star rating from 31 community reviews.
Are there any trails with scenic mountain peak views in Oer-Erkenschwick?
Yes, there are 20 trails with scenic mountain peak views in Oer-Erkenschwick, including Haard Loop, Big Haard round, Haardt Loop, Zum Stimberg, and Durch die Haard.
Are there any trails with waterfalls in Oer-Erkenschwick?
Yes, there is one trail with a waterfall in Oer-Erkenschwick: Halde General Blumenthal.
Are there any trails with archaeological sites in Oer-Erkenschwick?
Yes, there is one trail with an archaeological site in Oer-Erkenschwick: Mutter Wehner - Die Haard.
Are there any trails with historical monuments in Oer-Erkenschwick?
Yes, there is one trail with a historical monument in Oer-Erkenschwick: Kleine Zechenbahnrunde Oer-Erkenschwick.
Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Oer-Erkenschwick?
Yes, there are 7 trails with scenic viewpoints in Oer-Erkenschwick, including Haard Loop, Big Haard round, Mutter Wehner - Die Haard, Farnberg Mountain, and Dachsberg loop trail A2.
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- Feuerwachturm Farnberg
- Stimberg
- Schwarzer Berg
- Weseler Berge
- Teufel Skulptur
- Dicker Stein
- Farnberg
- Scharpenberg
- Römerbrunnen
- Kinder- und Jugendcamp Haard
- Wasserfall am Silvertbach
- Moosberg
- Küsberg
- Halde Ewald-Fortsetzung
- Das grüne Klassenzimmer
- Die Teufelssteine an der Stimberg Höhe
- Barbarakapelle am Stollenmundloch
- Zimmermann Skulptur
- Bergmann Skulpturen
- Campingplatz Ludbrock - Naturpark Hohe Mark