Lsg-Ratinger Stadtwald Süd-West is a 105-hectare protected area characterized by extensively wooded landscapes, featuring mixed deciduous forests with groves of oaks, beeches, and maples. The terrain includes scenic stream valleys and unique loess terraces, providing a diverse environment for outdoor pursuits. This area offers opportunities for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, road cycling, mountain biking, and more.
Lsg-Ratinger Stadtwald Süd-West provides a variety of outdoor activities across more than 100 routes. These…
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4.5
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46
riders
49.5km
03:45
380m
380m
Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

5.0
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42
riders
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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27
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.4
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23
riders
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.5
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1,177
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11.0km
02:53
90m
90m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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666
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9.10km
02:24
80m
80m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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595
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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555
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.7
(56)
805
riders
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

5.0
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141
riders
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.2
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62
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14.0km
00:37
130m
130m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.5
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46
riders
42.2km
01:45
180m
180m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.5
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258
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.5
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51
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
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34
riders
49.4km
02:50
100m
100m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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36
riders
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.
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4.7
(110)
360
riders
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
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127
riders
Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.9
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40
riders
23.7km
01:38
290m
290m
Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.7
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51
riders
18.0km
01:09
70m
70m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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71
runners
7.90km
00:53
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.5
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49
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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52
runners
5.08km
00:32
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.3
(3)
44
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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2
hikers
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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

1
hikers
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Lsg-Ratinger Stadtwald Süd-West is a 105-hectare protected area characterized by extensively wooded landscapes, stream valleys, and loess terraces. It offers a diverse environment for various outdoor activities.
The protected area supports activities such as hiking, touring cycling, road cycling, mountain biking, jogging, gravel biking, and mountaineering. More than 140 routes are available for exploration.
Yes, Lsg-Ratinger Stadtwald Süd-West offers a comprehensive network of hiking trails. Popular routes include the "Stinkesberg – Dickelsbach Stream loop" (6.8 miles [10.9 km]). More information is available in the Hiking in Lsg-Ratinger Stadtwald Süd-West guide.
Yes, the area provides trails suitable for families. These routes are generally easy to navigate and cater to various fitness levels. A dedicated guide, Family-friendly hikes in Lsg-Ratinger Stadtwald Süd-West, offers specific recommendations.
Yes, Lsg-Ratinger Stadtwald Süd-West features dog-friendly trails. A specific guide, Dog-friendly hikes in Lsg-Ratinger Stadtwald Süd-West, provides information on suitable routes for companions.
The area offers routes for touring cycling, road cycling, mountain biking, and gravel biking. The "Langer Berg" section is noted for paths suitable for gravel bikes. Guides like Road Cycling Routes in Lsg-Ratinger Stadtwald Süd-West provide route details.
Yes, Lsg-Ratinger Stadtwald Süd-West offers easy hikes suitable for beginners. The trails are generally easy to navigate. The Easy hikes in Lsg-Ratinger Stadtwald Süd-West guide provides specific options.
The area features diverse forest ecosystems, stream valleys, and loess terraces. Notable natural monuments include shaped quartzite rocks at Stinkesberg and artificial ponds near Poensgenpark, which host endangered species.
Lsg-Ratinger Stadtwald Süd-West is a popular destination, with more than 237,000 visitors sharing their experiences. The routes have an average rating of 4.46 out of 5 stars from over 39,000 ratings.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for the area, including guides for Hiking, Family-friendly hikes, MTB Trails, and Running Trails.
Yes, there is a small parking lot accessible from Mülheimer Str. This provides convenient access for visitors arriving by car to the protected area.
For general inquiries related to Ratingen, the city's official website is www.ratingen.de. Contact information for various city departments can be found there, including those related to environmental or parks services.

