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Germany
North Rhine-Westphalia
Ruhr Region

Essen

The best running trails around Essen

4.4

(1787)

37,851

runners

844

runs

Running around Essen is one of the best ways to explore more of this region. To help you discover the most beautiful places to run, we’ve reviewed our full collection of routes around Essen—and are proud to present the best running trails. Click on any of the routes for more details and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other runners.

Last updated: October 19, 2025

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2,008

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1. Baldeneysee Loop – Kupferdreh Railway Bridge loop from Essen-Kupferdreh

18.3km

01:55

110m

110m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.8

(10)

581

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Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Intermediate
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Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Intermediate

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Intermediate

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Intermediate

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Expert

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Intermediate

4.9

(10)

329

runners

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Expert

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

Expert

Expert run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

Expert
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