The Elbsche has its source in Albringhausen and flows into the Ruhr after about 7.5 km in Wengern. In parts it forms the border between Wetter and Witten. The Elbschebachtal is around 32 hectares in size and a great nature reserve and hiking area.

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Josah

May 23, 2021

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The Elbschetal is magical and very idyllic. Good footwear required as it is slippery.

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slueart

February 12, 2023

Hiking

"I would like to finally present the legendary Elbschebachtal to KC, but because of the rain of the last few days and the resulting muddy roads, the planning does not …

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1. View Over the Fields – View of the Elbschetal Viaduct loop from Ruhraue Witten-Gedern

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2. Elbschebach Nature Reserve – View Over the Fields loop from Ruhraue Witten-Gedern

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3. View of the Elbschetal Viaduct – Elbsche Valley Nature Reserve loop from Ruhraue Witten-Gedern

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

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Elevation 140 m

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Location: Wetter (Ruhr), Ennepe-Ruhr-Kreis, Ruhr Region, Münster District, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

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1. View Over the Fields – View of the Elbschetal Viaduct loop from Ruhraue Witten-Gedern

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3. View of the Elbschetal Viaduct – Elbsche Valley Nature Reserve loop from Ruhraue Witten-Gedern

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