Runde ab Wattenscheid um Essen
26.7miLength
2,086ftElevation gain
Loop
Head out on this 26.7-mile loop trail near Gelsenkirchen, North Rhine-Westphalia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route. This is a popular trail for mountain biking and bike touring, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day.
Promising and demanding mountain bike tour in Wattenscheid near Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia.
A nice round for a little mountain bike experience around Essen. Refreshments are available.
Highlights of the tour:
- A bit along the Ruhr
- Beautiful & varied landscape
- Great views of the area
Top sights
Ruhrtal
Valley
Kokerei Zollverein
Attraction
Ablaufberg des ehem. Güterbahnhofs Steele-Süd
Attraction
Rollenlager
Attraction
Gleisharfe (Nord)
Attraction
SANAA-Gebäude
Attraction
Zollverein Schacht 10
Viewpoint
Gräber KZ-Opfer
Attraction
Förderturm
Attraction
Maschinenhaus Schacht 10
Attraction
Grugaturm
Attraction
Schloss Borbeck
Viewpoint
Schloss Borbeck
Castle
Schacht Heintzmann - Eintracht Tiefbau II
Archaeological site
Malakowturm (ehem. Zeche Carl)
Attraction
Maschinenhaus der Zeche Carl
Attraction
Bergehalde Bullmannaue
Peak
Grugapark Eingang Orangerie
Attraction
Sonnenrad
Attraction
Siedlung Margarethenhöhe
Building
Gräber KZ-Opfer und Kriegsgefangene
Attraction
Halde Bonifacius I/II
Peak
Halde Bergmannsfeld
Peak
Pflanzenschauhaus
Attraction
Zeche Zollverein Schacht 1/2/8
Attraction
Mischanlage [C70]
Attraction
Schalthaus 2
Attraction
Geologisches Profil Gross-Essen
Attraction
Alpinum
Attraction
Geologisches Profil im Großraum Essen
Attraction
Grillplatz 5
Picnic site
Gedenktafel
Attraction
Bonnekamp
Garden
Kaue
Building
Top sights
Ruhrtal
Valley
Kokerei Zollverein
Attraction
Ablaufberg des ehem. Güterbahnhofs Steele-Süd
Attraction
Rollenlager
Attraction
Gleisharfe (Nord)
Attraction
SANAA-Gebäude
Attraction
Zollverein Schacht 10
Viewpoint
Gräber KZ-Opfer
Attraction
Förderturm
Attraction
Maschinenhaus Schacht 10
Attraction
Grugaturm
Attraction
Schloss Borbeck
Viewpoint
Schloss Borbeck
Castle
Schacht Heintzmann - Eintracht Tiefbau II
Archaeological site
Malakowturm (ehem. Zeche Carl)
Attraction
Maschinenhaus der Zeche Carl
Attraction
Bergehalde Bullmannaue
Peak
Grugapark Eingang Orangerie
Attraction
Sonnenrad
Attraction
Siedlung Margarethenhöhe
Building
Gräber KZ-Opfer und Kriegsgefangene
Attraction
Halde Bonifacius I/II
Peak
Halde Bergmannsfeld
Peak
Pflanzenschauhaus
Attraction
Zeche Zollverein Schacht 1/2/8
Attraction
Mischanlage [C70]
Attraction
Schalthaus 2
Attraction
Geologisches Profil Gross-Essen
Attraction
Alpinum
Attraction
Geologisches Profil im Großraum Essen
Attraction
Grillplatz 5
Picnic site
Gedenktafel
Attraction
Bonnekamp
Garden
Kaue
Building
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Frequently asked questions
What is the expected weather this week for Runde ab Wattenscheid um Essen?
Expected weather for Runde ab Wattenscheid um Essen for the next 5 days is:
- Tue, September 22 - 67 degrees/clear
- Wed, September 23 - 64 degrees/clear
- Thu, September 24 - 64 degrees/clear
- Fri, September 25 - 69 degrees/clear
- Sat, September 26 - 79 degrees/clear
Where is Runde ab Wattenscheid um Essen located?
Runde ab Wattenscheid um Essen is a trail located in Gelsenkirchen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany.
Are dogs allowed on Runde ab Wattenscheid um Essen?
Dogs may be allowed on Runde ab Wattenscheid um Essen. Be sure to check regulations before heading out.
Are there scenic views at Runde ab Wattenscheid um Essen?
Yes, according to trailgoers, Runde ab Wattenscheid um Essen features multiple scenic viewpoints. Some of the viewpoints include Zollverein Schacht 10 and Schloss Borbeck.
Is mountain biking allowed at Runde ab Wattenscheid um Essen?
Mountain biking is allowed on Runde ab Wattenscheid um Essen. Double check if the trail is mixed use or MTB-only.
Is Runde ab Wattenscheid um Essen paved?
Yes, according to trailgoers, Runde ab Wattenscheid um Essen is partially paved.
Are there forests at Runde ab Wattenscheid um Essen?
Yes, Runde ab Wattenscheid um Essen is a forest trail.
Last updated on September 20, 2026 at 3:52 am GMT+0