Schalksmühle is a community located in Germany's Märkischer Kreis district, characterized by its rolling hills, green forests, and picturesque river valleys. Situated amidst wooded hills and between the Volme and Ennepe rivers, approximately 45% of its area is covered by forest, with another 35% used for agriculture. This varied landscape, featuring natural elements like the Glörtalsperre (Glör Reservoir), the Volme River, and numerous small streams and lakes, provides a setting for several outdoor activities like hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking,…
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4.7
(80)
279
hikers
Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.6
(38)
173
hikers
10.1km
02:46
160m
160m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(29)
132
hikers
11.3km
03:11
230m
230m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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124
hikers
14.1km
04:00
320m
320m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.7
(41)
310
runners
5.23km
00:33
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.4
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56
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10.3km
01:06
140m
140m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

17
runners
45.6km
05:21
1,060m
1,040m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

15
runners
10.2km
01:07
180m
180m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.9
(19)
90
riders
34.3km
02:29
580m
580m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
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44
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22.6km
01:37
350m
350m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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45
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47.2km
03:24
930m
930m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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45
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31.0km
02:40
690m
690m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.5
(22)
64
riders
67.3km
03:55
760m
750m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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9
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27.6km
02:00
610m
610m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
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23.5km
01:40
450m
450m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
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21.8km
01:53
480m
480m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.4
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40
riders
30.4km
02:37
600m
600m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.8
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71
riders
39.4km
03:17
710m
710m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.9
(16)
57
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
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24
riders
22.5km
01:56
480m
480m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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41
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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21
riders
48.4km
02:20
630m
630m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

3.0
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19
riders
49.5km
02:23
580m
580m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.0
(1)
12
riders
93.0km
04:29
1,120m
1,120m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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Schalksmühle offers a range of outdoor activities including Hiking, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Jogging, Road cycling, and Gravel biking. The region features more than 300 routes across these sports.
More than 30,000 visitors have explored routes in Schalksmühle. The routes have an average rating of 4.52 out of 5 stars based on nearly 7,000 ratings.
Key natural features include the Glörtalsperre (Glör Reservoir), the Volme River, and extensive wooded hills. Approximately 45% of the area is covered by forest, and 35% is used for agriculture.
Yes, Schalksmühle offers dedicated family hiking trails with informative boards and interactive stations. A guide for Family-friendly hikes around Schalksmühle is available.
Many trails in Schalksmühle are suitable for dogs. A specific guide for Dog-friendly hikes around Schalksmühle provides suitable routes.
Schalksmühle offers diverse cycling routes, including touring, mountain biking, and road cycling. Offroad trails are available along the Ennepe and around the Glör Dam. Guides for Cycling around Schalksmühle and MTB Trails around Schalksmühle are available.
Yes, Schalksmühle provides easy hiking options suitable for various fitness levels. A guide for Easy hikes around Schalksmühle can help in finding suitable routes.
The Brenscheider Mills, comprising an oil mill and a grain mill from the 19th century, are cultural monuments in the Nahmer Valley. These offer a glimpse into the region's history during outdoor excursions.
The Mesekendahl Game Reserve is a family-friendly attraction where visitors can encounter wildlife such as wild boar, red fox, and raccoons. It also serves as a starting point for hikes.
Komoot offers several guides for Schalksmühle, covering various activities and interests. Examples include Hiking around Schalksmühle, MTB Trails around Schalksmühle, and Traffic-free bike rides around Schalksmühle.
The official website for Schalksmühle is https://www.schalksmuehle.de.
The phone number for Schalksmühle's administration is 02355 / 84-0.

