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

Last updated: January 22, 2026

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Ruhraue Stiepel

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1.67 km

View of Blankenstein Castle

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From the edge of the Henkenberg forest you have a great view of Blankenstein Castle and the Ruhr slope opposite

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3.10 km

Blankenstein Lock

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The lock system, built in 1777/78, is a listed building and is part of the Route of Industrial Culture. The following can be read on the information board: "In 1835, …

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4.23 km

View of the River Ruhr and Blankenstein Castle

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A very nice stretch of road between Kemnader Lake and the old lock system.
Not only a beautiful view up to Blankenstein Castle.

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4.35 km

Old Towpath Along the Ruhr

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Very beautiful landscape. Nice stopover for hikes or bike tours on the Ruhr.

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4.94 km

View of Blankenstein Castle and the Ruhr Valley

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Great hiking tour on the water

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5.66 km

Stiepeler Village Church

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Inside and outside, a medieval church with a beautiful mural painting. The gravestones date from the period 1600 - 1709

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7.88 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.24 km

3.11 km

383 m

101 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

5.59 km

1.20 km

678 m

364 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (190 m)

Lowest point (70 m)

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Stiepeler Village Church

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