Best views trails in Witten

History-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...

This path begins at the parking lot in the Vormholz municipal forest. The route passes through the Hardenstein nature reserve, home to Hardenstein Castle, which offers a view of the Ruhr River, which it borders. Then it goes through some fields before you reach the city forest Muttental. A nice mix of history and nature.

Around the locations of the LWL Industrial Museum, bike paths invite you to discover 200 years of industrial history and picturesque natural landscapes. The circuit leads through the Ruhr area on 8 stages. This stage section leads past the highlights: - Hardenstein ruins - Kemnader See - Hattingen's historic old town The route is signposted with red signs.

Idyllic circular hiking tour in Witten, North Rhine-Westphalia. Starting at the Haus Witten bus stop, you walk straight through the beautiful city park before entering the natural Hohenstein forest and the beech wood. On the way back, the route scores points with the game reserve including a petting zoo (admission is free) and the Hammerteich. Highlights: - Witten City Park - Helen Tower - Helenenberg water reservoir - Hohenstein Forest - Hohenstein (166 m) - Witten game reserve - Hammerpond

Charming 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

Charming and family-friendly route in Witten, North Rhine-Westphalia. The route leads from the P9 Ruhr-Gulf parking lot to the Ruhr. The ferry must be used there as a crossing (Attention: Ferry only runs from April to the end of October! Otherwise, detour via Ruhrbrücke Witten (plus approx. 4.5km). On the other side of the river, there are beautiful views to marvel at after a climb. The route leads to the historical highlight of the tour - the Hardenstein castle ruins. The ferry returns to...

Relaxing 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.

A 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

Popular loop trail near Witten, North Rhine-Westphalia. The Nachtigallstrasse car park is the start and end point of the Muttentaler loop trail A2. You walk through the Muttental city forest and pass mining relics and Steinhausen Castle. You can stop off at Steinhausen Castle or in the Herberholz colliery (note the seasonal opening times). Highlights of the hike: - Steinhausen Castle - Herberholz colliery - City forest Muttental

Varied 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