Best trail running trails in Remscheid
4.6(127 reviews)
Explore the most popular trail running trails near Remscheid 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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- 4.6 (36)·Moderate·5.9 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular loop in the Bergisches Land Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. Idyllic waters, some magnificent views into the valley of the Gelpe River and several beautiful nature reserves await hikers on this loop north of Remscheid. One of the highlights is the Ronsdorf Dam, also known as the Saalbach Dam. The tour can be reached by bus (bus stop: Clemenshammer Brücke). Highlights of the hike: - Ronsdorfer Talsperre (Saalbachtalsperre). - field and forest paths - beautiful views - NSG...
- 4.1 (26)·Moderate·4.7 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrPicturesque and scenic hiking tour near Remscheid, North Rhine-Westphalia. The very beautiful trail leads along the Wuppertal dam, past streams, briefly along the Panzertal dam and over land past farms back to the starting point. The accompaniment of the Wupper on the circular tour is particularly beautiful. The route starts at the hikers' parking lot at Jacobsmühle. Highlights of the tour: - Beautiful views - Local flora and fauna - Beautiful natural landscapes - Hiking parking lot available
- 4.8 (16)·Hard·37.2 mi·Est. 17–18.5 hrOfficial route of the Röntgenlauf ("X-Ray Run") on ultra-marathon distance The Röntgenlauf has taken place once a year since 2001 on the last Sunday in October in Remscheid. The main ultramarathon competition runs 63.3 km for the most part on the Röntgen Trail - the loop leads once around Remscheid and was named in honor of Remscheider Wilhelm Röntgen, the discoverer of X-rays. It's varied through beautiful valleys, along typical Bergisch half-timbered houses and historical testimonies from...
- 4.5 (13)·Moderate·5.3 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrVaried hiking tour in Remscheid, North Rhine-Westphalia. The start and end point is the parking lot at the Hüttenhammer hiking trailhead. From there it goes via Tyrol, Hammertal, Eschbachtalm once around Ehringhausen. The route passes through a varied landscape with beautiful views. Highlights of the route: - Beautiful natural landscapes - Local flora and fauna - Great views of the surrounding area
- 5.0 (1)·Hard·13.4 mi·Est. 6–6.5 hrPopular running event near Remscheid, North Rhine-Westphalia. This is the half marathon route of the annual Roentgenlauf, which also features marathons, ultramarathons, 5, 10 and 100km running and walking routes. The half marathon leads along the Roentgenweg from Lennep to Hasten, partly on natural paths. Highlights of the route: - Luettringhausen - several nature reserves
- 4.6 (5)·Moderate·3.2 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrRelaxed loop trail in the Bergisches Land nature park, North Rhine-Westphalia. The A5 loop trail ist a short route around Ehringhausen. Thanks to its proximity to Remscheid, the route is not only easily accessible by public transport, but is also ideal for a walk after work or a morning jog. Highlights of the hike: - idyllic forest paths - View of Ehringhausen - Hammertal nature reserve
- 4.7 (5)·Easy·3.4 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrFamily-friendly loop trail in the Bergisches Land nature park, North Rhine-Westphalia. This relaxed loop begins at the Olper Hoehe hiking car park. The route leads for a good 5 km on asphalt paths, gravel roads and natural paths through fields and forests east of Luettringhausen. The route is consistently marked with an "A2" logo. Highlights of the hike: - Varied field and forest paths - Views over the Bergisches Land - Herbringhauser reservoir
- 3.9 (2)·Easy·1.9 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrPopular loop trail in the Bergisches Land nature park, North Rhine-Westphalia. The starting point for this short route is the Remscheid-Lennep train station - so it is easy to get there by public transport. Half of the route runs through shady forest and the other half through open landscapes. Highlights of the hike: - Westerholt nature reserve - Quiet forest trails - idyllic fields
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest running trail in Remscheid?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest running trail in Remscheid is Röntgenlauf Remscheid. This trail is estimated to be 37.2 mi long.
Which running trail has the most elevation gain in Remscheid?
Remscheid: With an ascent of 5,698 ft, Röntgenlauf Remscheid has the most elevation gain of all of the running trails in the area. The next highest ascent for running trails is Roentgen run 2021 (half marathon) with 1,643 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult running trail in Remscheid?
The most popular and difficult running trail in Remscheid is Röntgenlauf Remscheid with a 4.8-star rating from 16 reviews.