By bicycle from Gladbeck to Bottrop

Here’s a scenic ride from Gladbeck to Bottrop, perfect if you want a quick dash through the northern Ruhr area. Starting out in Gladbeck—a green, tranquil town known for its pretty parks and proximity to the Hohe Mark Nature Park—you’ll be cruising on mostly quiet roads and winding paths, with a gentle mix of paved and gravel surfaces beneath your tires.

The ride covers about 10.5 km, so it’s a nice, manageable distance—great for a morning spin or a relaxed afternoon outing. There’s a little bit of up and down (around 70 meters ascent and descent), but nothing too challenging. Expect stretches through leafy suburbs and maybe a bit of peaceful woodland or park area.

You’ll finish in Bottrop, a city famous for its industrial history and transformation, with highlights like the Tetraeder lookout point and the Alpincenter, the world’s longest indoor ski slope! Both towns are part of Germany’s rich coal and steel heritage but are now lush with green spaces.

Ideal for: anyone seeking a short, varied ride between two neighborly Ruhrgebiet gems.