Best bike touring trails in Ratingen

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Explore the most popular bike touring trails near Ratingen 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

#1 - Grüner See
4.6 (10)·Easy·1.4 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hr
This loop passes through a landscape shaped by former gravel mining and subsequent renaturation. The Grüner See and the Silbersee function as habitats for waterfowl such as grebes, herons, and coots. A reconstructed Iron Age farmstead stands nearby and displays historical building techniques from the region. The path remains flat and runs between the water's edge and the surrounding forest belts. Swimming in the lake is prohibited due to cold undercurrents. The park is also associated with...
#2 - Angertal Panorama Cycle Path
3.6 (7)·Moderate·22.8 mi·Est. 9–10 hr
Fabulous cycle tour in Ratingen, North Rhine-Westphalia. This scenic tour starts at the Angertal car park. Idyllically past the Angerbach stream, the route then heads towards Wülfrath, past the lake of the same name. Via Velbert and Heiligenhaus, the route slowly heads back towards the starting point. There are various places to stop for refreshments along the route. Highlights of the tour: - Hofermühle - Klakstein quarry / Lake Wülfrath
#3 - Von Lintorf rund um den Düsseldorfer Flughafen
4.7 (3)·Moderate·26.2 mi·Est. 9.5–10.5 hr
#4 - Von Lintorf zum Tiger und Turtle entlang am Rhein
5.0 (1)·Moderate·25.2 mi·Est. 9–10 hr
#5 - RSV D-Rath RTF: Dumeklemmer Klassiker - 40km
Easy·26.2 mi·Est. 10–11 hr
Official route of the RTF. You can find further details directly from the organizer: https://www.radsport-rath-ratingen.de
#6 - RSV D-Rath RTF: Dumeklemmer classic - 110km
Hard·67.5 mi·Est. 24 hr+
Demanding bike tour near Duisburg, North Rhine-Westphalia. This is the official route of the RTF "Dumeklemmer Classics", which is usually organized annually in autumn by RSV Duesseldorf-Rath/Ratingen 1951 e. V. Further details can be found directly with the organizer (see link under "Tips"). Highlights of the tour: - Landsberg Castle - Ruhr - beautiful views - Ratinger city forest
#7 - Von Lintorf über Kettwig und Baldeneysee
Moderate·39.7 mi·Est. 15–16.5 hr
From Lintorf, take the side roads to Mintard, from there across the fields to Kettwig and further along the Ruhr to Werden. Continue along Lake Baldeney and then along the Ruhr to Essen-Steele. There the route turns onto the Grugaradweg from where you continue on the RS1 towards Mülheim. Take the bike elevator down to the Ruhr and continue along the Ruhr past the water station and then across the fields to Mintard. From there it's back to Lintorf via side roads. There are numerous places to...
#8 - RSV D-Rath RTF: Zwischen Rhein und Ruhr - 42km
Easy·27 mi·Est. 10–11 hr
Official route of the RTF. You can find further details directly from the organizer: https://www.radsport-rath-ratingen.de

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Frequently asked questions

What is the longest bike touring trail in Ratingen?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest bike touring trail in Ratingen is RSV D-Rath RTF: Dumeklemmer classic - 110km. This trail is estimated to be 67.5 mi long.

Which bike touring trail has the most elevation gain in Ratingen?

Ratingen: With an ascent of 7,296 ft, RSV D-Rath RTF: Dumeklemmer classic - 110km has the most elevation gain of all of the bike touring trails in the area. The next highest ascent for bike touring trails is Von Lintorf über Kettwig und Baldeneysee with 3,133 ft of elevation gain.