Nature Reserve Guide
Nsg Hiesfelder Wald, a nature reserve in Oberhausen, North Rhine-Westphalia, is characterized by its ancient mixed forests, near-natural lowland streams, and varied terrain shaped by the Ice Age. This area, recognized as the largest forest nature reserve in the industrial Ruhr area, offers a diverse landscape of deciduous woodlands, including beech and oak trees, and features waterways like the Rotbach and Schwarzbach streams. The natural environment provides a suitable setting for several sports like touring cycling, hiking, mountain biking, road…
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Hard mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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Hard mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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Hard mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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32.0km
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Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Nsg Hiesfelder Wald offers a variety of outdoor activities, including touring cycling, hiking, mountain biking, road cycling, jogging, and gravel biking. The reserve features 91 routes across these sports. Over 4,500 visitors have explored the area, giving routes an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Yes, Nsg Hiesfelder Wald offers 31 hiking routes, ranging from easy to moderate difficulty. Popular options include the Southern Heidesee – Rotbachtal Nature Trail loop, which is about 3.7 miles (5.9 km) long. More information can be found in the Hiking in Nsg Hiesfelder Wald guide.
Nsg Hiesfelder Wald features several touring cycling routes. A popular option is the Rotbach Pathway – View of Rotbachsee loop, which covers approximately 24.6 miles (39.7 km) and is rated moderate. The Cycling in Nsg Hiesfelder Wald guide provides further details.
Yes, Nsg Hiesfelder Wald includes mountain biking opportunities, often connecting to nearby areas. Routes like the Totem Poles on Halde Haniel – Halde Haniel Mountain Arena loop offer a challenging ride of about 9.5 miles (15.3 km). The MTB Trails in Nsg Hiesfelder Wald guide lists more options.
Road cyclists can find various routes in and around Nsg Hiesfelder Wald. The Gahlen Watermill – Gartrop Watermill and Castle loop is a moderate route spanning approximately 32 miles (51.5 km). For more choices, consult the Road Cycling Routes in Nsg Hiesfelder Wald guide.
Yes, Nsg Hiesfelder Wald offers easy routes suitable for beginners or families. For hiking, the Southern Heidesee – Rotbachtal Nature Trail loop is rated easy. An easy touring bike route is the Pfingstsee – View of Heidesee loop, which is about 14.9 miles (23.9 km) long. The Easy hikes in Nsg Hiesfelder Wald guide provides additional options.
Nsg Hiesfelder Wald is characterized by ancient mixed forests, near-natural lowland streams like the Rotbach and Schwarzbach, and the Rotbachsee (Rotbach Lake). The area is recognized as an FFH (Flora, Fauna, Habitat) area due to its diverse forest communities. The Attractions in Nsg Hiesfelder Wald guide highlights points of interest.
Information about Nsg Hiesfelder Wald is available from several sources. The Biologische Station Westliches Ruhrgebiet e.V. (Biological Station Western Ruhr Area) provides details on nature conservation efforts. The City of Oberhausen also offers information on its website. For specific inquiries, the Biological Station can be reached at +49 208 46 86 090.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Nsg Hiesfelder Wald to help plan your visit. These include guides for Cycling, Hiking, MTB Trails, and Attractions. These guides provide curated routes and points of interest for various activities.
Routes in Nsg Hiesfelder Wald have an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars on komoot. This rating is based on feedback from over 900 individual ratings. More than 4,500 visitors have explored the area and shared their experiences.
Yes, Nsg Hiesfelder Wald and its surroundings offer routes suitable for gravel biking. An example is the HOAG Rail Trail – HOAG-Trasse loop, a moderate route of about 32.9 miles (52.9 km). The Gravel biking in Nsg Hiesfelder Wald guide provides more information.
Nsg Hiesfelder Wald provides several routes for jogging. The Small Bridge on the Rotbach – Bridge over the Schwarzbach loop is a moderate route of about 6.9 miles (11.1 km). For additional options, refer to the Running Trails in Nsg Hiesfelder Wald guide.

