Best dog-friendly trails in Witten
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Explore the most popular dog-friendly trails near Witten 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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- 4.2 (88)·Moderate·5.2 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrHistory-charged loop on the Ruhr, North Rhine-Westphalia. The route follows the traces of mining past old collieries and tunnels to the medieval castle ruins of Hardenstein, which are picturesquely situated directly on the Ruhr. The starting point of the hike is the Nightingale Colliery. It goes through a dense forest at a few meters of altitude to a small castle with a sculpture gallery. You can stop for refreshments along the route and can arrive by museum train (reachable by bus and...
- 4.9 (22)·Moderate·4.4 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrShady circular hike near Witten in North Rhine-Westphalia This hiking tour runs through the cozy city forests of Vormholz and Muttental and offers shady hiking fun, especially in the summer months. At the ruins of Hardenstein, surrounded by the Hardenstein nature reserve of the same name, offers a beautiful view of the course of the Ruhr. The route starts at the Rauendahlstraße hiking car park. Highlights: - Hardenstein castle ruins - shady forest paths in the city forests - beautiful...
- 4.8 (24)·Moderate·3.3 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrCharming and varied excursion in Witten, North Rhine-Westphalia. The short hike leads straight from the parking lot into the beautiful, shady beech wood. A dog-friendly tour that also provides a little break from the sun, especially in the summer months. Highlights of the tour: - Beautiful views - Local flora and fauna - Pretty natural landscapes
- 4.6 (41)·Moderate·4.2 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrBeautiful hiking trail through the city forest of Vormholz near Witten in North Rhine-Westphalia This route in the southwest of Witten always leads through the Vormtal city forest and the Muttental city forest, which has a number of historic collieries to visit. Highlights: - City forest Vormholz - City forest Muttental - Muttenbach
- 4.3 (11)·Moderate·6.3 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrRelaxing forest hike in North Rhine-Westphalia. It goes to the southeast of the Ruhr area, namely to the Kermelbach nature reserve, which is well worth seeing. The start is on Herdecker Strasse in Witten. The path leads through the sometimes dense sometimes lighter forest. There is something magical about the beech wood, with its small streams, hills and diverse fauna. A good route to relax, slow down or just to admire the power of nature. The forest is also often used to let the dogs run out.
- 4.5 (16)·Moderate·5.3 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrA scenic hiking trail in Witten, North Rhine-Westphalia. The starting point is the Kohlensiepen hiking car park. First over the Wartenberg and then along the foot of the Arensberg. Then back via Borbach. Highlights of the route: - Pretty natural landscapes - Local flora and fauna - Nice prospects
- 4.6 (18)·Moderate·6.4 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrHistoric hiking trail in Witten, North Rhine-Westphalia. Nice tour along the Ruhr with a view of Blankenstein Castle. First, the Ruhr is crossed at the Kemnader See dam. Then along the old towpath. Highlights of the route: - Beautiful natural landscapes: Lake Kemnader - Great views of Blankenstein Castle - Pretty local flora and fauna
- 4.2 (7)·Moderate·7.4 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrVaried and promising excursion in Rauendahl near Witten, North Rhine-Westphalia. The tour can be started from the parking lot and then leads a bit through the Muttental city forest and the Vormholz city forest. Highlights of the tour: - Local flora and fauna - Beautiful natural landscapes - Great views of the area - City forest Muttental and city forest Vormholz - Small pond landscape
- 4.9 (4)·Moderate·6.7 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrForested hiking trail near Witten in North Rhine-Westphalia From the hiking car park in the Vormholz city forest, this hiking trail runs in a southerly direction to the Bommerholz, which is located on the edge of the Elbschebachtal nature reserve. Highlights: - Hiking in nature reserves - shady forest paths - Fishing pond at the Muttenbach
- 3.8 (11)·Moderate·5.8 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrFirst it goes slightly up the mountain behind the stream to the hiking trail H6. It continues on the hiking trail H6 until after about 3.7 km where you turn right downhill to the road. On the other side of the stream it goes steeply uphill to the Kalmerskopf (231 m). Then it goes on and you come back to hiking trail H6. After about 6.2 km it goes back over the ridge (H6). Here you have a good view on both sides. After about 8 km it goes downhill quite steeply to the tarred road.
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest dog-friendly trail in Witten?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest dog-friendly trail in Witten is Durchs Muttental ab Rauendahl. This trail is estimated to be 7.4 mi long.
Which dog friendly trail has the most elevation gain in Witten?
Witten: With an ascent of 1,194 ft, Durchs Muttental ab Rauendahl has the most elevation gain of all of the dog-friendly trails in the area. The next highest ascent for dog-friendly trails is From the Vormholz municipal forest to the Bommerholz with 1,138 ft of elevation gain.
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Points of interest
- Steinbruch Dünkelberg
- Dicker Berg
- Dönhoff-Brunnen
- Berger-Denkmal
- Hardenstein Castle
- Hindenburgkopf
- ehemaliges Zwangsarbeitslager Nachtigallstraße
- Stollenzeche Maximus
- Verwaltungsgebäude
- Fördergerüst
- Maschinenhaus
- Mühlengraben
- Wartenberg
- Hammerteich
- Zeltwiese KSC Witten
- Johanniskirche
- Halde Hamburg
- Schacht Margarethe
- Göpelschacht Moses
- Sport- und Naturfreunde Witten