Cycling through the Ruhr region
Status: 14.04.23
Temperatures are rising and the sun is appearing more and more frequently. While the plants are blooming and the animals are becoming more active, we are also being lured outside more often.
It's time to dust off the bike, get on the saddle and explore the city! There are numerous exciting routes and sights to discover in and around Dortmund. We wish you lots of fun on your cycling excursions.
The Route of Industrial Heritage
You've probably seen the signs before. The Route of Industrial Heritage is a beautiful route full of sights. It takes you through nature and culture in the Pott. The various routes are around 700 kilometres long in total, passing the Hansa coking plant, the Zollverein colliery and the gasometer in Oberhausen.
The Rhenish donkey
The 13 km long route used to serve as a railway link between Dortmund, Bochum and Witten to connect the various industrial locations. Today, it is a relaxed cycle route with few inclines and is therefore perfect for beginners and short trips. The old railway line leads to the Zoom in Gelsenkirchen and offers the opportunity to round off the cycle tour with a visit to the zoo.
The Emscher Cycle Route
The Emscher Cycle Route is probably one of the best-known and most popular cycle routes in the Ruhr region. Along the Emscher, you can enjoy historic parks, green industrial sites and nature. The route is particularly family-friendly as it runs mostly on flat surfaces and without car traffic.
Explore Dortmund with Metropolradruhr
Don't have your own bike but still want to explore the city by bike or simply get to your destination faster? Our partner Metropolradruhr offers hire bikes at various locations in Dortmund. You can use them to spontaneously go for a spin around the city and see if cycling is your new hobby.
