[H5] Westende - Kirchende - Ostende
11.2miLength
1,505ftElevation gain
5–5.5hrEstimated time
Loop
Try this 11.2-mile loop trail near Herdecke, North Rhine-Westphalia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 4 h 46 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day.
Accessible by train / bus
Top sights
Ruhrtal
Valley
Ruhr-Viadukt
Attraction
Harkortsee
Reservoir
Dorfkirche Kirchende
Building
Nackehof
Building
Altes Rathaus
Building
Kornhaus
Building
Kriegerdenkmal
Attraction
Almke
Reservoir
Popular times
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Frequently asked questions
What is the expected weather this week for [H5] Westende - Kirchende - Ostende?
Expected weather for [H5] Westende - Kirchende - Ostende for the next 5 days is:
- Sat, October 24 - 56 degrees/skurar
- Sun, October 25 - 54 degrees/duggregn
- Mon, October 26 - 64 degrees/duggregn
- Tue, October 27 - 56 degrees/duggregn
- Wed, October 28 - 55 degrees/klart
Where is [H5] Westende - Kirchende - Ostende located?
[H5] Westende - Kirchende - Ostende is a trail located in Herdecke, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany.
How hard is [H5] Westende - Kirchende - Ostende?
[H5] Westende - Kirchende - Ostende is considered a hard hike that covers 11.2 mi, with an elevation gain of 1,505 ft. It takes about 5–5.5 hr to complete. Hard trails usually cover longer distances, and may have long or steep climbs or more difficult obstacles.
What is the elevation gain for [H5] Westende - Kirchende - Ostende?
[H5] Westende - Kirchende - Ostende is considered a hard hike that covers 11.2 mi, with an elevation gain of 1,505 ft. It takes about 5–5.5 hr to complete. Hard trails usually cover longer distances, and may have long or steep climbs or more difficult obstacles.
Is [H5] Westende - Kirchende - Ostende a loop?
[H5] Westende - Kirchende - Ostende is a loop trail that covers 11.2 mi, with an elevation gain of 1,505 ft. It takes about 5–5.5 hr to complete. Loop trails have the same starting point and endpoint. You'll follow a single route without retracing your steps.
How long is [H5] Westende - Kirchende - Ostende?
[H5] Westende - Kirchende - Ostende is a loop trail that covers 11.2 mi, with an elevation gain of 1,505 ft. It takes about 5–5.5 hr to complete. Loop trails have the same starting point and endpoint. You'll follow a single route without retracing your steps.
Are dogs allowed on [H5] Westende - Kirchende - Ostende?
Dogs may be allowed on [H5] Westende - Kirchende - Ostende. Be sure to check regulations before heading out.
Is [H5] Westende - Kirchende - Ostende paved?
Yes, according to trailgoers, [H5] Westende - Kirchende - Ostende is partially paved.
Are there forests at [H5] Westende - Kirchende - Ostende?
Yes, [H5] Westende - Kirchende - Ostende is a forest trail.
Last updated on October 7, 2026 at 1:04 am GMT+0