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Witten to Essen

2 h 23 min
Duration
42.1 km
Distance
265 m
Ascent
299 m
Descent
17.6 km/h
Avg. speed
140 m
Max. altitude

This cycling route takes you from Witten to Essen—two gems of Germany’s Ruhr region! Starting out in Witten, known for its charming old town and proximity to the Ruhr river, you’ll pedal west towards the urban vibes of Essen, a city famous for its industrial heritage and the impressive Zollverein Coal Mine, now a UNESCO World Heritage site.

The ride covers just over 42 kilometers, mostly along paved and asphalt surfaces, so it’s a pretty smooth journey with just a little bit of variety. You’ll cruise along scenic cycle paths and quiet roads, perfect for a relaxed outing. There's a total ascent of about 265 meters, but the ride is mostly gentle, with a bit more descent as you get closer to Essen.

Keep your eyes peeled for some great landscapes and green spots along the way—you’re traveling through the heart of the Ruhr’s “Green Belt.” Perfect for anyone looking to explore a mix of urban energy and natural beauty by bike!

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Witten Essen Stadwald test

Cycling route in Witten, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

40.6 km
Distance
158 m
Ascent
190 m
Descent
arbeit via springo
Road bike
0

arbeit via springo

Cycling route in Witten, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

30 km
Distance
225 m
Ascent
239 m
Descent
0

Witten - Essen

Cycling route in Witten, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

46 km
Distance
245 m
Ascent
271 m
Descent
0

Husten-Witten

Cycling route in Witten, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

33.7 km
Distance
117 m
Ascent
167 m
Descent
0

zurArbeit-komoot

Cycling route in Witten, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

37.7 km
Distance
177 m
Ascent
164 m
Descent
0

Witten nach Langenberger Straße 1, Essen

Cycling route in Witten, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

22.3 km
Distance
143 m
Ascent
166 m
Descent
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Road bike
0

50k450hm E-Do

Cycling route in Witten, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

47.6 km
Distance
345 m
Ascent
355 m
Descent
0

Teimannstraße, Bochum nach Gelsenkirchener Straße, Essen

Cycling route in Witten, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

28.8 km
Distance
134 m
Ascent
191 m
Descent
24

Ruhrtalradweg

Cycling route in Witten, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

25 km
Distance
111 m
Ascent
135 m
Descent
0

Teimannstr. Bochum Werne - Grugapark Essen

Cycling route in Witten, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

30.4 km
Distance
284 m
Ascent
280 m
Descent
0

Teimannstraße 107, Bochum nach Virchowstraße 167, Essen

Cycling route in Witten, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

30.6 km
Distance
200 m
Ascent
204 m
Descent
0

Espeu 30, Witten nach Hardenbergufer 381, Essen

Cycling route in Witten, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

24.2 km
Distance
247 m
Ascent
278 m
Descent

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