Zechenhalde viewpoint – Westfalen Mine loop from Ahlen

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Zechenhalde viewpoint – Westfalen Mine loop from Ahlen

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Zechenhalde viewpoint – Westfalen Mine loop from Ahlen

01:49

6.78km

80m

Hiking

Easy hike. Easily walkable paths. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 19, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.89 km

View of the old Zeche industrial buildings

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For a little round again and again.

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2.55 km

View of the winding towers of the Westfalen mine

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🛞🛞 View of the winding towers of the Westfalen colliery in Ahlen 🛞🛞

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3.17 km

Osthalde Zeche Westfalen Viewpoint

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The ascent to the heap is rewarded with an impressive view. North you can see to Ibbenbüren and south to the Sauerland.

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3.20 km

Zechenhalde viewpoint

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Go up and enjoy the view 👍👍👍

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3.57 km

Haldenkreuz Viewpoint

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Always worth the walk for a beautiful view

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4.75 km

Dog Swimming Spot at the Stream

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Dogs can cool off here.

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6.06 km

Westfalen Mine

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6.67 km

Playground at Zechenpark

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Beautifully made facility for the little ones

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6.78 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.85 km

1.04 km

593 m

268 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.71 km

2.48 km

247 m

223 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (150 m)

Lowest point (70 m)

Weather

Sunday 8 November

10°C

3°C

0 %

Additional weather tips

Max wind speed: 9.0 km/h

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Comments

July 26, 2025,Zeche Westfalen und Osthalde

🅿️ Gatehouse

We visited the former Westfalen mine in Ahlen and the Osthalde (Eastern Mine Heap).

Afterwards, I learned that the heap isn't even allowed to be entered. Officially, it's forbidden, but everyone does it. It's not obvious, there are no prohibition signs. 🤷🏻‍♀️
That also explained the almost overgrown paths on one side and the quiet on the other.

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January 6, 2026,Der erste kleine Spaziergang ,,2026"🥳

After a crazy and exciting New Year's Eve in Koblenz, a quiet and relaxing walk was in order today.

With a bit of snow and decent weather, the Osthalde in Ahlen was the perfect choice... (very quiet and snowy, very impressive)

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