Emscher Glücksradtour 2: Altes und Neues (Gelsenkirchen)
23.5miLength
1,473ftElevation gain
Loop
The region's industrial heritage requires a mindful, creative approach. New places for recreation are being created: colliery sites are being turned into parks, railroad lines into cycle paths and open sewers into clean waters.
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Top sights
Halde Rheinelbe
Peak
Halde an der Marina Gelsenkirchen
Peak
Rentiergehege
Attraction
Flusspferde
Attraction
Kinderland
Attraction
Zollverein Schacht 10
Viewpoint
Förderturm
Attraction
Maschinenhaus Schacht 10
Attraction
Pumpwerk im Nordsternpark
Attraction
Halde Zollverein 4/11
Peak
Halde Wilhelmine Victoria 2/3
Peak
Braunbärgehege
Attraction
Kamtschatkabär
Attraction
Eisbärengehege
Attraction
Schimpansen
Attraction
Anubispavian
Attraction
Breitmaulnashorn
Attraction
Giraffengehege
Attraction
Trampeltiere
Attraction
Bergbaustollen
Attraction
Nordsternpark (GmbH)
Attraction
Halde Bonifacius I/II
Peak
Skunk
Attraction
Seelöwenrevier
Attraction
Lemureninsel
Attraction
Eisbärin
Attraction
Timberwolf
Attraction
Bonnekamp
Garden
Erdmännchen
Attraction
Sitatunga-Antilope
Attraction
Tüpfelhyäne
Attraction
Flöz Dickebank
Attraction
Top sights
Halde Rheinelbe
Peak
Halde an der Marina Gelsenkirchen
Peak
Rentiergehege
Attraction
Flusspferde
Attraction
Kinderland
Attraction
Zollverein Schacht 10
Viewpoint
Förderturm
Attraction
Maschinenhaus Schacht 10
Attraction
Pumpwerk im Nordsternpark
Attraction
Halde Zollverein 4/11
Peak
Halde Wilhelmine Victoria 2/3
Peak
Braunbärgehege
Attraction
Kamtschatkabär
Attraction
Eisbärengehege
Attraction
Schimpansen
Attraction
Anubispavian
Attraction
Breitmaulnashorn
Attraction
Giraffengehege
Attraction
Trampeltiere
Attraction
Bergbaustollen
Attraction
Nordsternpark (GmbH)
Attraction
Halde Bonifacius I/II
Peak
Skunk
Attraction
Seelöwenrevier
Attraction
Lemureninsel
Attraction
Eisbärin
Attraction
Timberwolf
Attraction
Bonnekamp
Garden
Erdmännchen
Attraction
Sitatunga-Antilope
Attraction
Tüpfelhyäne
Attraction
Flöz Dickebank
Attraction
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Explore this 23.5-mile loop trail near Gelsenkirchen, North Rhine-Westphalia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route. This trail is great for bike touring, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
What is the expected weather this week for Emscher Glücksradtour 2: Altes und Neues (Gelsenkirchen)?
Expected weather for Emscher Glücksradtour 2: Altes und Neues (Gelsenkirchen) for the next 5 days is:
- Sat, September 26 - 78 degrees/clear
- Sun, September 27 - 81 degrees/clear
- Mon, September 28 - 83 degrees/clear
- Tue, September 29 - 82 degrees/clear
- Wed, September 30 - 73 degrees/showers
Where is Emscher Glücksradtour 2: Altes und Neues (Gelsenkirchen) located?
Emscher Glücksradtour 2: Altes und Neues (Gelsenkirchen) is a trail located in Gelsenkirchen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany.
Are dogs allowed on Emscher Glücksradtour 2: Altes und Neues (Gelsenkirchen)?
Dogs may be allowed on Emscher Glücksradtour 2: Altes und Neues (Gelsenkirchen). Be sure to check regulations before heading out.
When is the best time of year to hike Emscher Glücksradtour 2: Altes und Neues (Gelsenkirchen)?
Emscher Glücksradtour 2: Altes und Neues (Gelsenkirchen) is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
How busy is Emscher Glücksradtour 2: Altes und Neues (Gelsenkirchen)?
According to trailgoers, Emscher Glücksradtour 2: Altes und Neues (Gelsenkirchen) is usually not too busy. Emscher Glücksradtour 2: Altes und Neues (Gelsenkirchen) is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
Are there scenic views at Emscher Glücksradtour 2: Altes und Neues (Gelsenkirchen)?
Yes, Zollverein Schacht 10 is located on Emscher Glücksradtour 2: Altes und Neues (Gelsenkirchen).
Is Emscher Glücksradtour 2: Altes und Neues (Gelsenkirchen) paved?
Yes, according to trailgoers, Emscher Glücksradtour 2: Altes und Neues (Gelsenkirchen) is partially paved.
Are there forests at Emscher Glücksradtour 2: Altes und Neues (Gelsenkirchen)?
Yes, Emscher Glücksradtour 2: Altes und Neues (Gelsenkirchen) is a forest trail.
Is Emscher Glücksradtour 2: Altes und Neues (Gelsenkirchen) a rail trail?
Yes, Emscher Glücksradtour 2: Altes und Neues (Gelsenkirchen) is a rail trail in Gelsenkirchen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany.
Last updated on September 25, 2026 at 12:43 am GMT+0