Rheinischer Bahnweg
28.6miLength
2,224ftElevation gain
Loop
Try this 28.6-mile loop trail near Gelsenkirchen, North Rhine-Westphalia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route. This is a popular trail for camping and road biking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day.
Top sights
Ruhrtal
Valley
Halde Eickwinkel
Peak
Ablaufberg des ehem. Güterbahnhofs Steele-Süd
Attraction
Rollenlager
Attraction
Gräber KZ-Opfer
Attraction
Kruppsee
Lake
Niederfeldsee / Alter Brückenkopf Niederfeldstraße
Viewpoint
Zeche Zollverein (Schacht 4/5/11)
Attraction
Schurenbachhalde
Peak
Grugaturm
Attraction
Schacht Heintzmann - Eintracht Tiefbau II
Archaeological site
Grugapark Eingang Orangerie
Attraction
Siedlung Margarethenhöhe
Building
Bootshaus & Campingplatz an der Ruhr, Robert Hoffmeister
Campsite
Japanischer Garten
Garden
Halde Bonifacius I/II
Peak
Niederfeldsee / Alter Brückenkopf Grieperstraße
Viewpoint
Halde Bergmannsfeld
Peak
Krupp Park
Viewpoint
Kaiser-Wilhelm-Park-Teich
Pond
Pflanzenschauhaus
Attraction
Simonsberg
Peak
Geologisches Profil Gross-Essen
Attraction
Alpinum
Attraction
Geologisches Profil im Großraum Essen
Attraction
Grillplatz 5
Picnic site
Gedenktafel
Attraction
Balkon
Viewpoint
Lore
Attraction
Prellbock
Attraction
Insekten-Oase
Garden
Wassergarten
Garden
Top sights
Ruhrtal
Valley
Halde Eickwinkel
Peak
Ablaufberg des ehem. Güterbahnhofs Steele-Süd
Attraction
Rollenlager
Attraction
Gräber KZ-Opfer
Attraction
Kruppsee
Lake
Niederfeldsee / Alter Brückenkopf Niederfeldstraße
Viewpoint
Zeche Zollverein (Schacht 4/5/11)
Attraction
Schurenbachhalde
Peak
Grugaturm
Attraction
Schacht Heintzmann - Eintracht Tiefbau II
Archaeological site
Grugapark Eingang Orangerie
Attraction
Siedlung Margarethenhöhe
Building
Bootshaus & Campingplatz an der Ruhr, Robert Hoffmeister
Campsite
Japanischer Garten
Garden
Halde Bonifacius I/II
Peak
Niederfeldsee / Alter Brückenkopf Grieperstraße
Viewpoint
Halde Bergmannsfeld
Peak
Krupp Park
Viewpoint
Kaiser-Wilhelm-Park-Teich
Pond
Pflanzenschauhaus
Attraction
Simonsberg
Peak
Geologisches Profil Gross-Essen
Attraction
Alpinum
Attraction
Geologisches Profil im Großraum Essen
Attraction
Grillplatz 5
Picnic site
Gedenktafel
Attraction
Balkon
Viewpoint
Lore
Attraction
Prellbock
Attraction
Insekten-Oase
Garden
Wassergarten
Garden
Popular times
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Frequently asked questions
What is the expected weather this week for Rheinischer Bahnweg?
Expected weather for Rheinischer Bahnweg for the next 5 days is:
- Mon, September 21 - 64 degrees/clear
- Tue, September 22 - 68 degrees/clear
- Wed, September 23 - 63 degrees/showers
- Thu, September 24 - 65 degrees/clear
- Fri, September 25 - 72 degrees/clear
Where is Rheinischer Bahnweg located?
Rheinischer Bahnweg is a trail located in Gelsenkirchen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany.
Are dogs allowed on Rheinischer Bahnweg?
Dogs may be allowed on Rheinischer Bahnweg. Be sure to check regulations before heading out.
Are there lakes at Rheinischer Bahnweg?
Yes, Rheinischer Bahnweg is near Kruppsee.
Are there scenic views at Rheinischer Bahnweg?
Yes, according to trailgoers, Rheinischer Bahnweg features multiple scenic viewpoints. Some of the viewpoints include Niederfeldsee / Alter Brückenkopf Niederfeldstraße, Niederfeldsee / Alter Brückenkopf Grieperstraße, Krupp Park, and Balkon.
Is camping allowed at Rheinischer Bahnweg?
Camping is allowed on Rheinischer Bahnweg. Camping accommodations vary, and can include campsites, dispersed camping, huts, or in-town accommodations. You should always double check if a permit is required.
Is road biking allowed at Rheinischer Bahnweg?
Road biking is allowed on Rheinischer Bahnweg.
Is Rheinischer Bahnweg paved?
Yes, according to trailgoers, Rheinischer Bahnweg is partially paved.
Are there forests at Rheinischer Bahnweg?
Yes, Rheinischer Bahnweg is a forest trail.
Last updated on September 17, 2026 at 5:10 am GMT+0