The RevierRouten in the radrevier.ruhr
Bike Touring Collection by radrevier.ruhr
15
Tours
44:16 h
438 mi
10,925 ft
Disused railway lines, picturesque riverside paths, impressive industrial monuments and sweeping views from slagheaps that have returned to nature – the Ruhr region is developing into a cycling metropolis. Over 1,200 kilometres (745 mi) of signposted cycle ways run along its scenic bygone transport routes, so you can cycle safely away from traffic. Cycling here is great fun and shows you the backyards and gardens of the Ruhr region.
In this Collection, we’ve summarised the 15 thematic RevierRoutes that lead through the radrevier.ruhr for you. Whether it's a mine Tour, steelworks, slag heap or countryside ride – there's a suitable adventure for everyone.
The dense network of cycle paths leads you directly to the Ruhr region’s Highlights. You’ll discover imposing vestiges of an industrial past that’ll stay in your memory for years to come. The day rides start at bike-friendly businesses and you can take relaxing breaks at beer gardens along the way. It’s also easy to rent a bike from one of the many rental points so you can enjoy the region on two wheels even if you don’t bring your bike with you.
This project is funded as part of the European Union's response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The REACT-EU (Recovery Assistance for Cohesion and the Territories of Europe) programme funds digital and green transformation projects under ERDF.NRW 2014-2020. More information (in German): efre.nrw.de/wege-zur-foerderung/react-eu.
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Tours & Highlights
- 01:4518.3 mi10.5 mph350 ft350 ftEasyEasy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
The small get-to-know-you session starts at the Zollverein Coal Mine, right next to the Essen Zollverein Nord train station. Shortly afterwards you will reach the Zollverein shaft 3/7/10, where you can view the contemporary witnesses of hard coal mining.
… - 03:4735.9 mi9.5 mph500 ft475 ftFerryIntermediateIntermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The Tour includes a crossing by ferry.
This tour always takes you along the banks of the Rhine and you enjoy wonderful views of the water. You start at Wesel train station and cross the Rhine on the Wesel Bridge.
Now follow the course of the Rhine for about 25 kilometers to the Rhine ferry, which…
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- 02:3325.1 mi9.9 mph825 ft825 ftIntermediateIntermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
On the mine tour you start at the Zollverein colliery near the Essen Zollverein Nord train station. On the route you cycle past numerous contemporary mining witnesses and learn a lot about the industrial history of the region.
After about twelve kilometers…
- 02:5329.4 mi10.2 mph900 ft900 ftIntermediateIntermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Picturesque water views and lots of greenery await you on this beautiful circular tour. You start in Mülheim (Ruhr) at the train station and drive past Essen's beautiful Grugapark, which is ideal for a discovery tour.
You then reach the banks of the Ruhr…
- 01:5720.3 mi10.4 mph750 ft750 ftIntermediateIntermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
This circular tour takes you across the Ruhr area on former railway lines that have been converted into cycle paths.
The starting point is the Westpark in Bochum, not far from the main train station. Now you cross the Erzbahnscheibe and reach the Erzbahntrasse…
- 03:4336.0 mi9.7 mph1,600 ft1,600 ftFerryExpertExpert bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The Tour includes a crossing by ferry.
The Ruhr tour is all about water. In addition to wonderful water views and opportunities to cool off, you can also expect a few meters of altitude, because the tour leads through the Bergisches Land.
The starting point is the Industrial Museum in Hattingen…
- 04:0542.1 mi10.3 mph600 ft600 ftIntermediateIntermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Did you know that the largest elephant in the world is in Hamm? On this tour you can see for yourself and marvel at the walk-in work of art up close. The starting point is Hamm (West) train station.
From there you drive, framed by the water, on a dam between…
- 03:0029.3 mi9.8 mph500 ft500 ftIntermediateIntermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
On the Zweistromland tour you will get to know the two rivers Lippe and Seseke. You start at the train station in Lünen and first drive along the beautiful Lippe through wonderful pastures and meadows.
You then reach the banks of the Datteln-Hamm Canal…
- 02:4328.0 mi10.3 mph950 ft925 ftIntermediateIntermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
The 45 kilometer long circuit starts in Unna and takes you on the trail of medieval trade routes over the historic Hellweg. You cycle up to the Haarstrang and enjoy a wonderful view of the surrounding area.
In Frönberg you can visit the Chainsmith Museum…
- 02:4026.2 mi9.8 mph875 ft875 ftIntermediateIntermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
On this route you will learn more about the path of coal and the meaning of black gold. The starting point is the Zollern mine in Dortmund. Here you get a great insight into the mining facilities of the Ruhr area, but also into the lives of the miners.
Past…
- 03:4237.9 mi10.2 mph950 ft950 ftIntermediateIntermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
This tour is perfect for a warm, long summer day because you drive along the two rivers Ruhr and Emscher and pass several lakes.
You start in Dortmund and first drive along the renatured Emscher. Then we continue on the Ruhrtal cycle path to Wetter, which…
- 03:1827.3 mi8.3 mph425 ft500 ftFerryIntermediateIntermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The Tour includes a crossing by ferry.
This tour also goes along the water, especially along the canals that were built for shipping. You start at Lünen train station and drive along the Lippe on beautiful riverside paths.
We continue along the Datteln-Hamm Canal and along the Wesel-Datteln Canal…
- 03:1432.7 mi10.1 mph550 ft550 ftIntermediateIntermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
On this tour you will get to know the beautiful rural area of the Ruhr area. You start at the train station in Dorsten in the direction of Bottrop. You cross the picturesque Kirchheller Heide, one of the most beautiful landscapes in this area.
Past the wonderful…
- 02:2424.5 mi10.2 mph675 ft725 ftIntermediateIntermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
What would a bike tour through the Ruhr area be without climbing one of the renatured spoil heaps and enjoying the view? You have several opportunities to do this on this tour.
You start at Essen main station and are the first to reach the UNESCO World Heritage…
- 02:3024.8 mi9.9 mph525 ft525 ftIntermediateIntermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Where coal was once mined, there are now renatured local recreation areas with cafés and adventure centers. Discover the transformation of the region on this route.
You start in Oberhausen at the Gasometer and cycle along the Green Path to the Duisburg-Nord…
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Collection Stats
- Tours15
- Distance438 mi
- Duration44:16 h
- Elevation10,925 ft
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