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North Rhine-Westphalia
Ruhr Region

Herner Meer – Rhein-Herne Canal loop from Herne

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Germany
North Rhine-Westphalia
Ruhr Region

Herner Meer – Rhein-Herne Canal loop from Herne

Hard

5.0

(2)

77

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Herner Meer – Rhein-Herne Canal loop from Herne

01:50

17.5km

60m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 17, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Train Station

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1.23 km

Strünkede Castle and Emschertal Museum

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Places like these remind us that there was a history in the Ruhr area before coal and steel, one that has very different associations than the 100 years or so …

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2.69 km

Stadthafen Recklinghausen

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Nice detour on the Rhine-Herne canal with cozy dining and beach area. No swimming area. Dogs are not allowed in the sandingen outdoor area but only in the restaurant and on the terrace.
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3

2.89 km

Fountain in the Emscher

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If necessary, the water of the Emscher is enriched with oxygen here.

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4

3.55 km

Ruhr Riviera

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5

6.07 km

Herner Meer

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The service roads on both sides of the canal and the Herner Meer are great for mountain bikes and trekking bikes. A nice recreational opportunity and a good section for cycling and hiking tours.

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6.97 km

Herne East Lock

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Impressive technical structure, which can be easily observed in its function if you have some time. In the upper reaches of the canal behind the lock you can see how …

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13.7 km

Pöppinghauser Straße Bridge

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8

13.7 km

Rhein-Herne Canal

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The operating routes on the canal on both sides are great to ride on MTB and trekking bikes. Prima recreation and good section for cycling and hiking tours.

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17.5 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.85 km

3.49 km

2.88 km

754 m

415 m

151 m

Surfaces

7.22 km

3.34 km

2.96 km

2.46 km

1.41 km

141 m

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