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Herten to Gladbeck
This relaxed ride starts off in Herten—a former coal mining town turned green oasis in the northern Ruhr area. You’ll roll through about 15 km of mostly paved paths and quiet roads, making the trip easy on the legs and perfect for everyday bikes. Expect a gentle mix of slight ups and downs (ascent isn’t too demanding!), and you’ll breeze past a patchwork of parks, suburban neighborhoods, and some remnants of the region’s industrial past.
With over 85% of the route paved and nearly half on dedicated paths, it’s safe and scenic. Don’t miss a quick detour in Herten for a look at Schloss Herten, a moated castle surrounded by parkland. Finish up your ride in Gladbeck, another classic Ruhr town with great spots for a coffee break or a stroll through the city park. All in all, it’s a mellow spin—great for a sunny afternoon outing!
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Kurze Radrunde durch Gelsenkirchen
Cycling route in Herten, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
- 9.3 km
- Distance
- 31 m
- Ascent
- 81 m
- Descent
Radtour
Cycling route in Herten, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
- 8.9 km
- Distance
- 33 m
- Ascent
- 39 m
- Descent
Jil
Cycling route in Herten, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
- 4.1 km
- Distance
- 52 m
- Ascent
- 9 m
- Descent
Mottbruchhalde
Cycling route in Herten, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
- 15.3 km
- Distance
- 62 m
- Ascent
- 76 m
- Descent
Kiefernstraße 2, Gelsenkirchen nach Am Bugapark 1, Gelsenkirchen
Cycling route in Herten, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
- 12.8 km
- Distance
- 43 m
- Ascent
- 80 m
- Descent
222 Eppmannsweg-Buer Rathaus
Cycling route in Herten, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
- 11.5 km
- Distance
- 54 m
- Ascent
- 65 m
- Descent
Bier
Cycling route in Herten, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
- 4.8 km
- Distance
- 51 m
- Ascent
- 16 m
- Descent
Ortrudstraße, Gelsenkirchen nach Horst-Gladbecker-Straße, Gelsenkirchen
Cycling route in Herten, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
- 11.8 km
- Distance
- 58 m
- Ascent
- 82 m
- Descent
Schievenstraße, Gelsenkirchen nach Marie-Juchacz-Weg, Gelsenkirchen
Cycling route in Herten, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
- 7.5 km
- Distance
- 17 m
- Ascent
- 41 m
- Descent
Hohewart zur Horster Str.
Cycling route in Herten, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
- 19.3 km
- Distance
- 125 m
- Ascent
- 232 m
- Descent
Rundweg AvD 13.05.2025
Cycling route in Herten, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
- 3.3 km
- Distance
- 12 m
- Ascent
- 14 m
- Descent
Im Föckingsfeld 14, Gelsenkirchen nach Schötmarer Straße 14, Gelsenkirchen
Cycling route in Herten, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
- 6.5 km
- Distance
- 106 m
- Ascent
- 92 m
- Descent
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- Kiefernstraße 2, Gelsenkirchen nach Am Bugapark 1, Gelsenkirchen
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- 222 Eppmannsweg-Buer Rathaus
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- Ascent
- 54 m
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- 51 m
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- Distance
- 11.8 km
- Ascent
- 58 m
- Descent
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- Schievenstraße, Gelsenkirchen nach Marie-Juchacz-Weg, Gelsenkirchen
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- 7.5 km
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- 17 m
- Descent
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- Hohewart zur Horster Str.
- Distance
- 19.3 km
- Ascent
- 125 m
- Descent
- 232 m
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- Herten, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
- Rundweg AvD 13.05.2025
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- 3.3 km
- Ascent
- 12 m
- Descent
- 14 m
- Location
- Herten, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
- Im Föckingsfeld 14, Gelsenkirchen nach Schötmarer Straße 14, Gelsenkirchen
- Distance
- 6.5 km
- Ascent
- 106 m
- Descent
- 92 m
- Location
- Herten, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
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