Ückendorf Loop: Skulpturenwald - Rheinelbe-Park - Schwarzbachtal
7.6miLength
643ftElevation gain
3–3.5hrEstimated time
Loop
Beautiful loop in Gelsenkirchen in North Rhine-Westphalia
This walk runs through Gelsenkirchen and up to the Rheinelbe spoil tip, from where there is a wonderful view. In Von-Wedelstaedt-Park, you walk through an inner-city wooded area and the fantastic sculpture forest. The start and finish are at Gelsenkirchen main station.
Highlights:
- View from the Rheinelbe spoil tip
- Rheinelbe Park
- Von-Wedelstaedt Park
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What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Get to know this 7.6-mile loop trail near Gelsenkirchen, North Rhine-Westphalia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 50 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
What is the expected weather this week for Ückendorf Loop: Skulpturenwald - Rheinelbe-Park - Schwarzbachtal?
Expected weather for Ückendorf Loop: Skulpturenwald - Rheinelbe-Park - Schwarzbachtal 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 Ückendorf Loop: Skulpturenwald - Rheinelbe-Park - Schwarzbachtal located?
Ückendorf Loop: Skulpturenwald - Rheinelbe-Park - Schwarzbachtal is a trail located in Gelsenkirchen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany.
How hard is Ückendorf Loop: Skulpturenwald - Rheinelbe-Park - Schwarzbachtal?
Ückendorf Loop: Skulpturenwald - Rheinelbe-Park - Schwarzbachtal is considered a moderate hike that covers 7.6 mi, with an elevation gain of 643 ft. It takes about 3–3.5 hr to complete. Moderate trails often feature gradual climbs or obstacles like rocks or roots.
What is the elevation gain for Ückendorf Loop: Skulpturenwald - Rheinelbe-Park - Schwarzbachtal?
Ückendorf Loop: Skulpturenwald - Rheinelbe-Park - Schwarzbachtal is considered a moderate hike that covers 7.6 mi, with an elevation gain of 643 ft. It takes about 3–3.5 hr to complete. Moderate trails often feature gradual climbs or obstacles like rocks or roots.
Is Ückendorf Loop: Skulpturenwald - Rheinelbe-Park - Schwarzbachtal a loop?
Ückendorf Loop: Skulpturenwald - Rheinelbe-Park - Schwarzbachtal is a loop trail that covers 7.6 mi, with an elevation gain of 643 ft. It takes about 3–3.5 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 Ückendorf Loop: Skulpturenwald - Rheinelbe-Park - Schwarzbachtal?
Ückendorf Loop: Skulpturenwald - Rheinelbe-Park - Schwarzbachtal is a loop trail that covers 7.6 mi, with an elevation gain of 643 ft. It takes about 3–3.5 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 Ückendorf Loop: Skulpturenwald - Rheinelbe-Park - Schwarzbachtal?
Dogs may be allowed on Ückendorf Loop: Skulpturenwald - Rheinelbe-Park - Schwarzbachtal. Be sure to check regulations before heading out.
When is the best time of year to hike Ückendorf Loop: Skulpturenwald - Rheinelbe-Park - Schwarzbachtal?
Ückendorf Loop: Skulpturenwald - Rheinelbe-Park - Schwarzbachtal is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
How busy is Ückendorf Loop: Skulpturenwald - Rheinelbe-Park - Schwarzbachtal?
According to trailgoers, Ückendorf Loop: Skulpturenwald - Rheinelbe-Park - Schwarzbachtal is usually somewhat busy. Ückendorf Loop: Skulpturenwald - Rheinelbe-Park - Schwarzbachtal is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
Is Ückendorf Loop: Skulpturenwald - Rheinelbe-Park - Schwarzbachtal kid-friendly?
Yes, many trailgoers have described Ückendorf Loop: Skulpturenwald - Rheinelbe-Park - Schwarzbachtal as good for kids and families. Kid-friendly trails are typically short, with clearly marked paths and fairly level terrain.
Is Ückendorf Loop: Skulpturenwald - Rheinelbe-Park - Schwarzbachtal paved?
Yes, according to trailgoers, Ückendorf Loop: Skulpturenwald - Rheinelbe-Park - Schwarzbachtal is partially paved.
Are there forests at Ückendorf Loop: Skulpturenwald - Rheinelbe-Park - Schwarzbachtal?
Yes, Ückendorf Loop: Skulpturenwald - Rheinelbe-Park - Schwarzbachtal is a forest trail.
Last updated on September 16, 2026 at 12:52 am GMT+0