Quick ride by bicycle from Oberhausen to Meiderich

This ride from Oberhausen to Meiderich is about 13.5 km long and takes you through the industrial heartland of the Ruhr area—perfect for an easy-going urban adventure! You’ll start in Oberhausen, a city famous for the massive CentrO shopping complex and the iconic Gasometer, a relic of the region’s industrial boom that now hosts cool art and science exhibitions.

The route is mostly paved, mixing smooth asphalt and a bit of paving stones, with short stretches of gravel to keep it interesting. You’ll roll past quiet roads, a few leafy paths, and likely catch glimpses of old rail lines and riverside greenery along the way—this part of Germany is crisscrossed with scenic cycle paths where industry meets nature.

You’ll glide gently downhill toward Meiderich, part of Duisburg, known for its impressive Landschaftspark: a former steelworks turned art-filled park, perfect for a post-ride wander. With almost zero steep climbs, this is an easy route, whether you’re riding solo or bringing friends for a laid-back cycling day.