MTB in the Ruhr area - cross-country trail on the Hoheward heap
The Hoheward Landscape Park is the largest heap landscape in Europe and is also a popular biking area for mountain bikers. Away from the network of hiking trails and completely signposted according to the one-way street principle, the cross-country trail on the Hoheward dump a lot of trail fun. There is around 140 vertical meters to be mastered per lap. In addition to tricky ascents and demanding descents, the panoramic view from the Halden plateau makes bikers' hearts beat faster.
Beginner's trail with quite demanding elements
Basically, the cross-country trail on the Hoheward heap is rather easy and therefore well suited for beginners. But experienced bikers can also enjoy varied trail fun on Hoheward. The hiking trails are rarely crossed, so the potential for conflict between pedestrians and bikers is reduced to a minimum. Except for the adjacent curves on the south side of the heap, the trail is also easy to ride for beginners - the speed determines the level of difficulty. Small jumps on the descents increase the fun and put a big smile on your face.
Promising breaks and heavenly cake
Away from the trail, the wide panoramic view from Haldentopp with the mighty horizon observatory or the photogenic sundial with obelisks is worth relaxing breaks. The Ewald Café on the grounds of the Zeche Ewald directly in front of the Halde Hoheward with delicious pieces of cake as a popular biker meeting place.
Even more mountain bike fun in the Hoheward Landscape Park
You can easily combine the cross-country trail over the Hoheward heap with the more demanding ones Trails of the Hoppenbruch dump or an even longer tour in the direction of the Brauk Alps.
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