Herne- Castrop Rauxel
18.3miLength
1,948ftElevation gain
Loop
The starting point is the Gysenberg in Herne, e.g. the parking lot at the ice rink. Through the forest of the Gysenbergpark uphill, over the Bövinghauser Hellweg north past BO-Gerthe, behind the twin water towers downhill towards Castrop, shortly before Merklinde right, past horse farms towards DO-Bövinghausen, through residential areas and past the train station to the Zollern colliery, shortly afterwards on dirt roads down into Dellwigtal, then north over Brandheide to Castrop-Frohlinde, past the golf course and through the forest to the old cemetery of Bodelschwingh Castle, over things and Dorloh to the Deininghauser Bach, through the "Grutholz" forest. Past the hospital, Europaplatz and indoor swimming pool into the next forest (Bladenhorst), via Holthausen and Lange Straße back to Gysenberg
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What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Check out this 18.3-mile loop trail near Herne, North Rhine-Westphalia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route. This is a popular trail for mountain biking, scenic driving, and bike touring, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day.
What is the expected weather this week for Herne- Castrop Rauxel?
Expected weather for Herne- Castrop Rauxel for the next 5 days is:
- Mon, September 21 - 63 degrees/clear
- Tue, September 22 - 68 degrees/drizzle
- Wed, September 23 - 63 degrees/showers
- Thu, September 24 - 65 degrees/clear
- Fri, September 25 - 72 degrees/clear
Where is Herne- Castrop Rauxel located?
Herne- Castrop Rauxel is a trail located in Herne, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany.
Are dogs allowed on Herne- Castrop Rauxel?
Dogs may be allowed on Herne- Castrop Rauxel. Be sure to check regulations before heading out.
Is mountain biking allowed at Herne- Castrop Rauxel?
Mountain biking is allowed on Herne- Castrop Rauxel. Double check if the trail is mixed use or MTB-only.
Is scenic driving allowed at Herne- Castrop Rauxel?
Scenic driving is allowed on Herne- Castrop Rauxel. You should always double check if a permit is required.
Is Herne- Castrop Rauxel paved?
Yes, according to trailgoers, Herne- Castrop Rauxel is partially paved.
Are there forests at Herne- Castrop Rauxel?
Yes, Herne- Castrop Rauxel is a forest trail.
Last updated on September 15, 2026 at 11:01 pm GMT+0