Hattingen is a region in the Metropole Ruhr, characterized by its diverse landscape that supports a wide range of outdoor activities. Three-quarters of its municipal area consists of forests and green spaces, providing extensive natural terrain for exploration. The hilly Elfringhauser Schweiz to the south of the Ruhr valley offers varied topography with forests, meadows, and fields. This environment makes Hattingen suitable for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, road cycling, and more.
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726
runners
12.9km
01:24
180m
190m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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14.8km
01:40
150m
150m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8.46km
00:58
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10.1km
01:04
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110m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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15.6km
01:03
200m
200m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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39.8km
02:26
220m
220m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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20.4km
01:26
240m
240m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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59.5km
04:11
840m
840m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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32
hikers
9.20km
02:29
120m
120m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.54km
01:13
60m
60m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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16.2km
04:23
220m
220m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2.26km
00:36
20m
20m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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31
riders
47.5km
02:06
380m
380m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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19
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49.5km
02:16
540m
540m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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58.8km
02:43
720m
720m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

22
riders
71.4km
03:27
930m
930m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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34
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11.2km
00:44
130m
130m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
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62.2km
05:57
1,100m
1,100m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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22.1km
01:18
230m
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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
8.37km
00:43
130m
120m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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13
riders
81.0km
06:47
1,750m
1,750m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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31.1km
01:55
380m
390m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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52.7km
04:33
1,170m
1,170m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
43.8km
04:13
1,240m
1,240m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Hattingen offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Hiking, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Road cycling, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region features extensive forests and green spaces, providing diverse terrain for exploration.
Hattingen features several notable hiking routes, such as sections of the Neanderlandsteig, the Westphalia Hiking Trail, and the Ruhr Heights Trail. The Hattingen Circular Route, approximately 37 miles (60 km) long, follows the city's borders. More details are available in the Hiking around Hattingen guide.
Yes, Hattingen offers numerous cycling routes for various skill levels. The Ruhr Valley Cycle Path is a popular option, and other routes combine natural scenery with industrial heritage. Explore options in the Cycling around Hattingen guide.
Mountain biking opportunities in Hattingen range from moderate to challenging, with some unpaved segments. The Elfringhauser Schweiz region provides hilly terrain suitable for MTB. Specific trails are listed in the MTB Trails around Hattingen guide.
Hattingen is characterized by the picturesque Ruhr Valley and the hilly Elfringhauser Schweiz, which features forests, meadows, and fields. Three-quarters of the municipal area consists of forests and green spaces, offering extensive natural recreational areas.
Yes, Hattingen is part of several long-distance hiking routes. These include a stage of the nearly 146-mile (235 km) Neanderlandsteig, the 137-mile (220 km) Westphalia Hiking Trail, and the Ruhr Heights Trail.
Outdoor routes in Hattingen can pass by historical sites such as the LWL Museum Henrichshütte, featuring a 180-foot (55-meter) blast furnace. The region also has three medieval castles: Isenburg, Blankenstein, and Wasserburg Haus Kemnade.
Hattingen is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 4,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The region features 147 routes across various sports, holding an average rating of 4.54 out of 5 stars.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Hattingen, covering various sports. These include guides for Hiking, Touring Cycling, Mountain Biking, Road Cycling, Running, and Gravel Biking.
The official website for the city of Hattingen is hattingen.de. For general inquiries, the central telephone number for the city administration is +49 (2324) 204 0.
The Hattingen Circular Route is a hiking trail approximately 37 miles (60 km) long that follows the city's borders. It allows hikers to discover many sights and can be completed in stages, with public transport options available.

