Ense is a municipality located in the district of Soest, Germany, situated at the edge of the scenic Sauerland region. The area is characterized by rolling hills, dense forests, and significant natural features such as the Ruhr River, the Arnsberg Forest, and Lake Möhne. This diverse landscape provides varied terrain suitable for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, jogging, mountain biking, and more.
Outdoor enthusiasts exploring Ense will find more than 400 routes available across…
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4.6
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Average rating
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4.8
(218)
784
hikers
11.4km
03:06
170m
170m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(55)
192
hikers
11.1km
03:02
170m
170m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(59)
189
hikers
6.77km
01:54
130m
130m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(29)
121
hikers
4.85km
01:19
70m
70m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.6
(64)
318
riders
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(37)
179
riders
42.1km
02:36
300m
300m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
(15)
93
riders
42.0km
03:09
430m
430m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(53)
221
riders
35.2km
02:10
310m
310m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.9
(23)
376
riders
69.3km
03:06
700m
700m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.3
(3)
68
riders
52.8km
02:14
430m
430m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
(1)
23
riders
31.9km
01:25
270m
270m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

12
riders
64.6km
02:41
440m
440m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.5
(37)
83
riders
68.5km
04:15
680m
680m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(8)
34
riders
25.1km
02:06
400m
400m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(9)
32
riders
51.2km
03:24
610m
610m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.8
(8)
15
riders
37.7km
02:57
500m
500m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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4.6
(11)
142
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
(13)
49
runners
7.90km
00:52
130m
130m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.4
(5)
32
runners
9.72km
01:03
160m
160m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(13)
114
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(1)
8
riders
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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11
riders
77.0km
04:21
800m
800m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
riders
61.2km
04:30
1,080m
1,080m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.8
(8)
14
riders
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Ense offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Touring cycling, Jogging, Mountain biking, Road cycling, and Gravel biking. The region features diverse landscapes such as rolling hills, dense forests, and waterscapes around the Ruhr River and Lake Möhne. More than 440 routes are available across these sports.
Ense features 175 hiking routes, with options for various skill levels. Popular areas include trails around Lake Möhne and through the Arnsberg Forest. For a comprehensive overview, consult the Hiking around Ense guide.
Yes, Ense offers numerous easy hiking trails suitable for beginners or those seeking a relaxed walk. These routes often traverse meadows, forests, and paths along the Ruhr River. The Easy hikes around Ense guide provides specific recommendations.
Ense provides several hiking routes suitable for families. These trails are typically less strenuous and pass through scenic areas. Information on suitable paths can be found in the Family-friendly hikes around Ense guide.
Many trails in Ense are dog-friendly, allowing companions to join outdoor adventures. It is advisable to check specific route details for any restrictions or leash requirements. The Dog-friendly hikes around Ense guide highlights suitable options.
Ense offers 99 touring cycling routes, 22 road cycling routes, and options for gravel biking. These routes explore the region's diverse terrain, including paths along the Ruhr River and through the Haarstrang. Detailed information is available in the Cycling around Ense guide.
Ense features 67 mountain biking trails, with an additional 8 easy mountain biking routes. These trails often provide views of Lake Möhne and the surrounding forests. The MTB Trails around Ense guide offers specific routes and difficulty levels.
Hikers in Ense can encounter diverse natural features such as the Ruhr River, the extensive Arnsberg Forest, and the scenic Lake Möhne. The region also includes rolling hills and the Haarstrang low mountain range. Historical sights like the collegiate church of St. Petri and Bodelschwingh Castle are also present.
Ense is a popular destination for outdoor activities on komoot, with more than 43,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The available routes have an average rating of 4.65 out of 5 stars from over 8,700 ratings. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Komoot offers several guides for Ense, covering various activities and interests. These include Hiking around Ense, Family-friendly hikes around Ense, Cycling around Ense, and MTB Trails around Ense, among others.
Official information about the municipality of Ense can be found on its website, gemeinde-ense.de. For general inquiries, the Gemeinde Ense can be reached by phone at +49 2938/980-0.
Ense provides 73 routes specifically designed for jogging. These trails offer varied terrain through forests and along waterways, suitable for different fitness levels. The Running Trails around Ense guide offers detailed information.
Ense's terrain is diverse, ranging from rolling hills and dense woodlands in the Arnsberg Forest to flat paths along the Ruhr River. The region also features the low mountain range of Haarstrang and the waterscapes surrounding Lake Möhne. This variety supports multiple outdoor activities.

