Best trails near Ruhrtal
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Want to check out Ruhrtal from the trail? Good news: 218 trails will get you there, including hiking, camping, and backpacking trails. Plan your trip with hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Explore Ruhrtal from one of 23 easy hiking routes or discover kid-friendly routes for your next family trip. Looking for a challenge? Choose from 195 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Ruhrtal are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.5 (197)·Moderate·8.9 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrPopular circular loop trail near Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia This family-friendly circular route around the Baldeneysee in Essen is very popular and attracts many skaters, cyclists, runners and hikers, especially on weekends. The route runs picturesquely directly on the shore of Lake Baldeney, past historical monuments such as the former Pörtingsiepen colliery and the Scheppen house. During the spring and summer months, numerous wild geese can be seen with their young on the lake shore....
- 4.5 (163)·Moderate·6.3 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrBeautiful and promising hiking tour in Witten, North Rhine-Westphalia. Refreshing and beautiful loop trail that starts at the Hafen Heveney car park and then leads around Lake Kemnader. There is also the opportunity to take advantage of various leisure activities and explore sights. Highlights of the tour: - Nice prospects - Local flora and fauna - Beautiful and promising water landscapes - Lake Kemnader
- 4.3 (100)·Easy·4.2 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrThis short but lovely bike ride takes a small loop around Lake Hengstey. It starts at the Ruhr Bridge, crosses it, and then crosses the lake again at the Schiffswinkel Bridge. The route mostly winds through wooded areas, always with a view of the lake. The Cafe See-Schlößchen is a great place to stop for a break and catch a glimpse of the Mäuseturm.
- 4.5 (94)·Moderate·3.4 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrScenic hiking trail in Witten, North Rhine-Westphalia. Starting at the hiking car park, the route leads past the Hammerteich pond and the game reserve. Great views can be enjoyed along the way. It also goes to the monument on the Hohenstein. There is a café at the petting zoo and Haus Hohenstein for refreshments. Dogs must be kept on a lead at the start of the walk and at the monument. The start is at the car park at the "Hammerteich" playground. There are also public bathrooms...
- 4.2 (90)·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...
- 4.4 (76)·Easy·3.9 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrBeautiful loop in North Rhine-Westphalia This relaxed tour leads on partly paved roads over fields and along farms and you always have great views of Lake Baldeney along the way. On the shore of the lake is also the Haus am See, on whose terrace you can enjoy the beautiful view and delicious food in the warm months. There is parking at the starting point. Highlights: - Lake Baldeney
- 4.4 (60)·Hard·13.6 mi·Est. 6.5–7 hrPopular, quiet hiking trail near Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia. This scenic route leads around the Baldeneysee, where the beautiful Ruhr Valley landscape can be experienced up close. It starts at the parking lot at the EWSC. In an easterly direction to the Hardenbergufer where the lake is crossed over the bridge. Mostly along the shore it goes back. Forests, hills, narrow paths and meadows await. The ruins of the Esener Isenburg are passed above the lake as well as the small forest areas...
- 4.6 (53)·Easy·3 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrFamily-friendly loop in Bochum, North Rhine-Westphalia This is a short and child-friendly loop along the Ruhr. A great mix of nature, water and industry (mining and railways) is waiting to be discovered. The start is the parking lot at the railway museum in Bochum, which children are sure to be interested in. An idyllic path leads along the north bank of the Ruhr to the Holtey floating bridge, which is well worth seeing. The Ruhr is crossed on the bridge and you walk back on the opposite...
- 4.5 (34)·Hard·15.3 mi·Est. 7–7.5 hrThis route follows the second stage of the Rothaarsteig and connects the World Cup town of Willingen with the well-known winter sports center of Winterberg along a scenically stunning stretch. The hike takes you over the Langenberg (843 m), the highest mountain in North Rhine-Westphalia, and through the Neuer Hagen Nature Reserve, the state’s largest high moor. Highlights include the sweeping panoramic view from the treeless summit of the Clemensberg, a visit to the source of the Ruhr River,...
- 4.1 (29)·Moderate·4.6 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrVery nice loop in Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia This circular route is located on the edge of the Huelenhaine nature reserve in the Schellenberger Forest, bordered on the other side by Lake Baldeney. Start is at Jagdhaus Schellenberg, from there it goes after a short stretch along the road into the forest and to Lake Baldeney. The beautiful path along the shore and through the forest offers pure relaxation and lets you relax and switch off in a short time. The Baldeneysee is the largest of a...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Ruhrtal?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Ruhrtal. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 125 hiking trails, 30 mountain biking trails, 21 backpacking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Ruhrtal?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Ruhrtal is Baldeneysee Loop, which has a 4.5 star rating from 197 reviews. This trail is 8.9 mi long with an elevation gain of 846 ft.
What is the longest trail near Ruhrtal?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Ruhrtal is Steele - Dahlhausen via Leinpfad. This trail is estimated to be 49.4 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Ruhrtal?
Ruhrtal: With an ascent of 6,512 ft, MTB: Rund um Winterberg und Niedersfeld has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Kahler Asten: Sauerlandtour with 6,351 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Ruhrtal?
The most popular and difficult trail near Ruhrtal is Baldeneysee-Steig Start Werden with a 4.4-star rating from 60 reviews.
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