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Ruhr Region

Dortmund

The best mountain hikes in Dortmund

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Want to explore more of the mountains in the Ruhr Region? In this guide, we’ve reviewed our full collection of mountain hikes in Dortmund to bring you the top routes in the region. To see which Tour is right for you, browse real photos and tips uploaded by other mountain hikers, see detail-rich breakdowns at the click of a button—and find your perfect route for your next mountain hike in Dortmund.

Last updated: November 13, 2025

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1. Kaiser Wilhelm Monument – Hohensyburg Castle Ruins loop from Holzen

11.4km

03:13

250m

Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Stadtforst Vormholz – Bommerholz loop from Vormholz

14.8km

04:09

300m

Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Stadtforst Muttental – Schloss Steinhausen loop from Vormholz

7.36km

02:02

130m

Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. View of Kemnader See loop from Brenscheder Straße

14.3km

03:57

250m

Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Stadtforst Muttental loop from Vormholz

5.82km

01:39

130m

Easy mountaineering route. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best mountain hikes in Dortmund

1. Kaiser Wilhelm Monument – Hohensyburg Castle Ruins loop from Holzen

2. Stadtforst Vormholz – Bommerholz loop from Vormholz

3. Stadtforst Muttental – Schloss Steinhausen loop from Vormholz

4. View of Kemnader See loop from Brenscheder Straße

5. Stadtforst Muttental loop from Vormholz

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