The lock keeper's house with the Schwalbe pier is one of the highlights of the Ruhr Valley Cycle Path. Even if you can only ride a racing bike to a limited extent here, the detour in summer is worthwhile.

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Schwerte-Radler

June 8, 2024

The Royal Lock Keeper's House in Witten is a historic half-timbered house from 1835 and is picturesquely located on the Ruhr Valley Cycle Path opposite the Hardenstein Castle ruins. Originally built as a home for the lock keeper who looked after the lock on the Ruhr, it has become a popular destination for cyclists and hikers.

The lock keeper's house offers a cozy place to rest with an idyllic beer garden where visitors can enjoy coffee, cake and hearty meals. Especially on sunny days, the historic building attracts many visitors who take a break here and enjoy the view of the Ruhr. The catering is run by Wabe mbH, which offers long-term unemployed people new opportunities on the job market.

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Dennis S

June 8, 2025

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Elevation 130 m

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Location: Witten, Ennepe-Ruhr-Kreis, Ruhr Region, Münster District, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

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