Attractions in North Rhine-Westphalia

Get on your bike at the Jahrhunderthalle in Bochum, cycle on the Erzbahn route to the Zoom Erlebniswelt in Gelsenkirchen and then continue on the tour through the Emscherbruch up … read more

The viewing platform Drachenfels is the main attraction of Königswinter. For hikers, the plateau is very interesting, accessible via the village of Röhndorf. Once at the top, you have a … read more

From here you have a great view over Königswinter and the Rhine. Ideal for resting and recharging your batteries. There are restaurants and also the possibility to strengthen yourself with a snack.

One of the highlights on the Hermannsweg through the Teutoburg Forest is definitely the imposing Externsteine. They are among the most important natural and cultural monuments in the entire Teutoburg … read more

A spectacular entry into the Erzbahntrasse. Architecturally interesting, but above all beautiful to look at and quite practical for cyclists and pedestrians. Actually, the route could also be called the … read more

In good weather, you have in particular from the branch tower a fabulous panoramic view, in bad weather you do not see the hand in front of his eyes, because … read more

The ascent on foot to Burg Castle is short and crisp, with an ascent of 16 to 19 percent, but the goal is sufficiently rewarding. The view of the lower … read more

The Ruhr reservoir lies between Bochum and Witten, so to speak, at the foot of the Ruhruni Bochum. It is a popular destination for the residents of Bochum and the … read more

The fact that the Baldeneysee has been created artificially, you can hardly see it today. Not only water sports fans, he attracts, but just the continuously developed foot and bike path around the lake is very attractive.

From the south bank of Lake Baldeney you have a beautiful view of Villa Hügel on the north bank and the sailing boats on the lake. The paths are very wide, but it can get quite crowded on the weekend.

When driving along the river, a ferry is a great way to take a break! There are not many of them in the Ruhr, this one is a highlight. It … read more

Simply always nice along the Ruhr. Completely car-free and relaxed. It gets a little busier with walkers at the weekend, but it's a delight to drive around in the evening during the week.

The nature reserve Ruhraue Hattingen Winz is a nature reserve on the Ruhr in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, covering about 119 hectares, ie just under 1.2 km². It is located entirely … read more

The Baldeneysee near Essen Werden is not only particularly beautiful, but is also full of history. On the opposite slope is the Villa Hügel, once the home of the Krupp … read more

Where coal tenders once drove is now a good place to cycle. The many bridges testify to the wealth of ideas in the region when it comes to steel structures. … read more

The railway line built at the beginning of the 20th century connected the Rhine-Herne Canal with the blast furnaces of the Bochum association and served to supply iron ore. Today, … read more

The Grugatrasse, a former railway line, extends from Mülheim-Heißen to Essen-Steele Süd station. The route is about halfway slightly uphill, but also presents no major problems for the inexperienced cyclist. … read more

The Schulenberg tunnel in Hattingen is an old railway tunnel that connected Hattingen to Wuppertal via the coal railway. Today the coal railway cycle route runs there and the tunnel … read more

It's just a takeaway. Nevertheless, it is well on the way to becoming a cult without any chic. That's how it works in the pot.

Okay, this place is something … read more

Nordkirchen Palace, also known as the small Palace of Versailles, awaits you in the inner courtyard with a small kitchen, coffee and cake or a beer garden, and inside also … read more