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North Rhine-Westphalia

Ruhr Region

Lake Kemnade – Hardenstein Castle Ruins loop from Bochum-Langendreer West

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Germany

North Rhine-Westphalia

Ruhr Region

Lake Kemnade – Hardenstein Castle Ruins loop from Bochum-Langendreer West

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Lake Kemnade – Hardenstein Castle Ruins loop from Bochum-Langendreer West

01:45

28.3km

160m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 13, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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2.97 km

Ölbach Valley

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Cycling along the Oelbach is fun

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3.19 km

Oelbach Cycle Path

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Cycle path along the Oelbach

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3.21 km

Oelbach Riverside Path

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This beautiful bike path connects the Kemnade Reservoir and the Ümminger Lake. A great route through the forest, along a stream, and largely off-road. You pass Haus Heven here.

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6.14 km

Ölbach Pathway

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Along the Ölbach

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6.95 km

Lake Kemnade

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The Ruhr reservoir is located between Bochum and Witten, at the foot of the Ruhruni Bochum. It is a popular destination for residents of Bochum and the surrounding area. There …

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9.38 km

Herbede Weir on the River Ruhr

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Stop in the lock keeper's cottage. Nice beer garden, grill sausage and refreshments - ÖZ only until 19h

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9.72 km

Hardenstein Ferry and Castle Ruins

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Beautiful.

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16.7 km

Hardenstein Castle Ruins

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Here you cycle through the idyllic Muttental - the cradle of Ruhrpott mining. Hardenstein Castle was there even earlier than the tunnels, but today you can only marvel at the …

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28.3 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

15.9 km

5.40 km

3.21 km

1.45 km

1.25 km

834 m

122 m

Surfaces

20.6 km

2.89 km

2.00 km

1.93 km

801 m

Elevation

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Highest point (140 m)

Lowest point (70 m)

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Monday 31 August

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Lake Kemnade – Hardenstein Castle Ruins loop from Bochum-Langendreer West

Ölbach Valley

Oelbach Cycle Path

Oelbach Riverside Path

Ölbach Pathway

Lake Kemnade

Herbede Weir on the River Ruhr

Hardenstein Ferry and Castle Ruins

Hardenstein Castle Ruins

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