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Germany
North Rhine-Westphalia
Ruhr Region
Ennepe-Ruhr-Kreis
Witten

Rheinischer Esel sculpture – Hammer Pond loop from Witten Hbf

Routes
Germany
North Rhine-Westphalia
Ruhr Region
Ennepe-Ruhr-Kreis
Witten

Rheinischer Esel sculpture – Hammer Pond loop from Witten Hbf

Moderate

5.0

(3)

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Rheinischer Esel sculpture – Hammer Pond loop from Witten Hbf

01:06

17.3km

210m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 20, 2026

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Includes segments that go up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 8 m for 9 m

After 17.3 km for 9 m

Waypoints

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Start point

Train Station

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3.65 km

Rheinischer Esel sculpture

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The Rhenish Donkey is the name of the railway line opened in 1880 between Dortmund-Löttringhausen and Bochum-Langendreer. Passenger services were discontinued in 1979. If you believe the numerous corresponding legends, …

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3.85 km

Rheinischer Esel

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Very nice bike course!

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3

4.01 km

Rhenish Donkey Sculpture

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The two bridges are particularly characteristic of the cycle path. They are covered and provide a welcome shelter in the event of sudden rain showers.

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4.12 km

Many of these donkeys are on the Rheinischer Esel

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4.64 km

Rheinischer Esel Sculpture

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Beautiful donkey statue for the bike path.

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6

11.9 km

Hidden Forest Trail

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Discovered by chance. Wasn't on the map.

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14.8 km

Hammerteich Pond

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At the foot of the Hohenstein is the former hammer pond of an early industrial smithy. Today it is part of the recreation area and serves the local ship model …

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15.0 km

Hammer Pond

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The Hammerteich was created in 1722 by damming the Borbach (then Borbecke) stream. Today, it is a popular recreational area in Witten.

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17.3 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.56 km

4.86 km

2.11 km

1.31 km

420 m

Surfaces

6.00 km

5.60 km

4.93 km

605 m

108 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (230 m)

Lowest point (90 m)

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