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Germany
North Rhine-Westphalia
Hochsauerlandkreis
Bestwig

The Ruhr River in Olsberg – Olsberg Reservoir loop from Bestwig

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Running trails & routes
Germany
North Rhine-Westphalia
Hochsauerlandkreis
Bestwig

The Ruhr River in Olsberg – Olsberg Reservoir loop from Bestwig

Hard

11

runners

The Ruhr River in Olsberg – Olsberg Reservoir loop from Bestwig

02:33

24.0km

240m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 27, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

Naturpark Arnsberger Wald

Bestwiger Ruhrtal

Ruhr bei Olsberg

Waypoints

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Start point

Train Station

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1

59 m

Informational Boards in Bestwig

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Bestwig attached great importance to interesting information boards for its visitors.

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75 m

A special kind of railway industrial monument stands on the forecourt of Bestwig.

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403 m

Bestwig Town Hall Square

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Bestwig has a beautifully landscaped town hall square.

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11.2 km

The Gierskopp flows into the Ruhr in the middle of the Olsberger Kurpark. In the stream there is a small Kneipp treading pool for refreshment. All around there is a …

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11.3 km

The Ruhr River in Olsberg

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In the middle of Olsberg you cross the wooden bridge and enjoy the peace and quiet. Not far from there is a playground for the kids. 🧒

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12.1 km

Olsberg Reservoir

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Nice place to pause and let your eyes wander.

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17.9 km

St. Marien Church Antfeld

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The Antfelded Church has a very informative showcase attached.

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24.0 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.91 km

8.00 km

4.54 km

1.18 km

821 m

408 m

150 m

Surfaces

12.6 km

8.00 km

2.72 km

474 m

183 m

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Friday 5 June

20°C

8°C

25 %

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