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Ruhr Region

Old town route – Kettwiger PanoramaSteig side loop

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Germany

North Rhine-Westphalia

Ruhr Region

Old town route – Kettwiger PanoramaSteig side loop

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4.6

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Old town route – Kettwiger PanoramaSteig side loop

03:08

11.3km

190m

Hiking

The first highlight on the old town route, which starts at the Kettwig swimming pool, is the Erlenhof. In 1990, it became the first Icelandic horse farm in the entire Ruhr area. From there, the route takes you to the Maria im Maien pilgrimage chapel. Before you reach the Kammesheidt…

by Visit Essen

Last updated: March 14, 2025

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2.44 km

Maria im Maien Pilgrimage Chapel

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The pilgrimage chapel "Maria im Maien" is located in the small hamlet of Pierburg. It is used for special devotions, as a pilgrimage destination, and for wedding services.

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2.62 km

Erlenhof

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The first Icelandic horse farm in the Ruhr area was founded in 1990 on the Erlenhof, which was built in 1906.

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2.77 km

Viewpoint at Kammesheidt

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Above farmer Kammesheidt's farm you have a wonderful view over the Ruhr heights.

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3.00 km

Kammesheidt Farm

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The Kammesheidt family has been running the farm of the same name for the seventh generation. It used to belong to Werden Abbey as a fiefdom. Today, the listed buildings …

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4.02 km

Rutherhof Café & Swingolf

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Welcome to the Rutherhof! Here you can, among other things, practice the special sport of swingolf. The restaurant “Die Farm” also takes care of your physical well-being. You can find …

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5.20 km

View of the Ruhr Valley from Höhenweg Kettwig

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Between tall beech trees you can see the entire Ruhr valley as far as Werden.

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6.26 km

View of the Ruhr Valley from Kettwig City Forest

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The Kettwig municipal forest covers approximately 109 hectares. Numerous information panels about the respective "Tree of the Year" line its paths. The municipal forest is part of the "Essen Views" …

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7.22 km

View of the Ruhr Valley from Bilstein

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Once you have mastered the steep path up to the Kettwiger Bilstein, you will be rewarded with a panoramic view over the Ruhr Valley. This point is also part of the “Essen Prospects”.

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8.76 km

Kettwig Railway Bridge over the Ruhr

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Old railway bridge in Essen Kettwig over the Ruhr. If you do not get over it with the bike.
Since the panoramic cycle path ends or starts in Kettwig and …

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9.49 km

Kettwig's Historic Old Town

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Here you roll over the Ruhr bridge in Essen Kettwig. Out of the city you are super fast in the countryside. The city of Kettwig is really worth a stop. …

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11.3 km

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Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.19 km

3.18 km

2.78 km

1.23 km

940 m

Surfaces

5.67 km

2.00 km

1.44 km

1.16 km

939 m

120 m

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Tuesday 14 July

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September 18, 2024,Rund um Kettwig mit Abstecher in die Altstadt

With pleasant temperatures and a very brisk wind, we went on a hike around Kettwig with a detour to the old town.
Beautiful forest paths as well as paved paths characterize the hike.
You could simply "enjoy" the far-reaching views from the viewing points. 🌳🌲😊

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September 18, 2024,Altstadtroute (Nebenschleife Kettwiger Panoramasteig)

Start at the old Kettwig train station,
Promenade on the Ruhr,
Historic old town,
at Wetzelsberg (in the forest),
Meisenburgerstrasse,
Unterstand (a small settlement),
Kammesheidt,
in the Ruthertal.
The disadvantage of this hike is that there is a relatively large amount of asphalt.

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January 3, 2026,Altstadtroute (Nebenschleife Kettwiger Panoramasteig)

This beautiful snowy landscape near Kettwig is simply magnificent. While the weather wasn't ideal for taking stunning photos, this lovely loop was perfect for a short hike in the fresh air. The tour begins at the parking lot in front of the Kettwig swimming pool. It follows wonderful hiking trails, including the Kettwig Panorama Trail, and winds through woods and …

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October 11, 2024,Altstadtroute (Nebenschleife Kettwiger Panoramasteig)

The first 2 km were along the road. After that, however, it was a worthwhile tour. I am always amazed at how beautiful the Ruhr area is, and especially Essen.

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April 18, 2026,Essener Tag der Steige Kettwigroute

Today I participated in the free hiking event in Essen. The starting point was moved from the Zollverein colliery to the Essen outdoor swimming pool. On the Kettwigerroute there were 5 stamping points around Kettwig. A very nice event with something for everyone. Those interested can find more information at the following link:

visitessen.de/essentourismus_veranstaltungen/tag_der_steige/tagdersteige.de.html

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April 18, 2026,Kettwigroute – Tag der Steige 2026 18. April

Here are the shorts from the hike:

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March 3, 2026,2026.03.03 Kettwigroute 🥾☀️😃

"Essen Wanders On" on the Day of the Climbs 2026 (@Visit Essen) will not take place until April 18, 2026. Although without a stamp or hiking pin, the hike was just as beautiful today, in perfect hiking weather! ☀️😃

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February 1, 2026,🔁🚶🏼‍➡️🚶🏼‍♂️‍➡️Essen-Kettwig • Schuirbachtal – Stadtwald – Ruhr Leinpfad – Altstadt

This joint tour was also planned in advance by @Carli72 🥾🌳🚲.

From the swimming pool parking lot, we walked along the Brederbach stream to the Schuirbach stream and on to the Kettwig city forest and the Ruhr River Trail.

There, we enjoyed a currywurst and fries at the restaurant by the Kattenturm tower. The decor was a bit old-fashioned, but …

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April 27, 2024

The first highlight on the old town route, which starts at the Kettwig swimming pool, is the Erlenhof. In 1990, it became the first Icelandic horse farm in the entire Ruhr area. From there, the route takes you to the Maria im Maien pilgrimage chapel. Before you reach the Kammesheidt family farm, you

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March 14, 2025

I'm wondering about the planning. Why does the tour run along the main road (Meisenburgstrasse) in the north, when it's much more pleasant to hike along the Kettwiger Panoramasteig trail along the Springer Teich pond.

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Old town route – Kettwiger PanoramaSteig side loop

Maria im Maien Pilgrimage Chapel

Erlenhof

Viewpoint at Kammesheidt

Kammesheidt Farm

Rutherhof Café & Swingolf

View of the Ruhr Valley from Höhenweg Kettwig

View of the Ruhr Valley from Kettwig City Forest

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