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Regierungsbezirk Düsseldorf
Kreis Wesel
Rheinberg

Walsum–Orsoy Rhine Ferry – Baerler Busch loop from Nordhafen Walsum

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Regierungsbezirk Düsseldorf
Kreis Wesel
Rheinberg

Walsum–Orsoy Rhine Ferry – Baerler Busch loop from Nordhafen Walsum

Hard

4.0

(4)

11

hikers

Walsum–Orsoy Rhine Ferry – Baerler Busch loop from Nordhafen Walsum

06:40

25.9km

120m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 17, 2026

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Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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1

308 m

Orsoy City Wall

Highlight • Historical Site

Remains of the fortress walls built between 1273 and 1640.

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2

1.08 km

Walsum–Orsoy Rhine Ferry

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Especially in the first part to Orsoy there is a variety of landscapes with beautiful winding paths, a nice town (Orsoy) and a beautiful view of the Rhine (with industry, …

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3

6.55 km

From the promenade you actually have a "beautiful view" of the Rhine. However, the shore path is also very popular with pedestrians and cyclists

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4

8.46 km

Haus-Knipp Railway Bridge

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The Haus-Knipp railway bridge crosses the Rhine between Duisburg-Beeckerwerth and Duisburg-Baerl. The main bridge is 186 meters wide and, with this dimension, was the longest-span truss girder in Europe when it opened in 1912.

Source and more information: de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Haus-Knipp-Eisenbahnbr%C3%BCcke

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5

11.6 km

From up here, you have a beautiful view.
The climb is very moderate and doable for everyone.
I highly recommend it.

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6

12.6 km

Baerler Busch Forest Trail

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Offers different hiking trails; right along the shore or rather in the forest. There is something for everyone.

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7

13.1 km

Waldsee Sand Beach

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The lake invites you to 🌊 to see the light every now and then.
Let your mind wander 💚

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8

14.0 km

Baerler Busch

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The Baerler bush is a heath forest. Typical of the sandy soil are oaks, vinegar trees and rubies. In addition to the forest, Lohheider Lake in the north and Waldsee …

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25.9 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

14.0 km

6.32 km

3.52 km

2.03 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

8.71 km

6.11 km

4.20 km

3.73 km

3.03 km

122 m

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