Kalkar, a region in the Lower Rhine area of Germany, offers diverse landscapes suitable for various outdoor pursuits. The terrain is characterized by flat to gently rolling areas, agricultural lands, and smaller woodlands, which are typical of the Lower Rhine. Natural features like the Wisseler See and riverine environments provide scenic backdrops for activities. This geography makes Kalkar an appealing destination for several sports like touring cycling, hiking, jogging, road cycling, and more.
Kalkar provides…
159
Routes
4.6
(1565)
Average rating
7381
People visited

4.8
(355)
1,342
riders
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(92)
271
riders
52.1km
03:07
140m
140m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(50)
185
riders
32.8km
02:01
60m
60m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(38)
148
riders
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.7
(45)
199
hikers
8.49km
02:08
10m
10m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(82)
262
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(32)
162
hikers
4.70km
01:11
10m
10m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(38)
145
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.6
(17)
143
riders
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.0
(6)
33
riders
43.4km
01:40
40m
40m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

34
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
(1)
47
riders
52.5km
02:32
70m
70m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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5.0
(1)
58
riders
102km
06:53
500m
500m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.0
(1)
17
riders
64.4km
03:45
210m
210m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

15
riders
63.7km
03:51
120m
120m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
23
riders
67.1km
03:55
220m
220m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.9
(9)
51
riders
40.1km
02:06
50m
50m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
(17)
40
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(3)
24
riders
35.9km
02:35
150m
150m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(2)
19
riders
67.6km
04:54
310m
310m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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4.3
(6)
49
runners
7.26km
00:46
10m
10m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(2)
41
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(7)
39
runners
14.2km
01:28
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(4)
76
runners
7.80km
00:48
10m
10m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Kalkar offers a variety of outdoor activities including Touring cycling, Hiking, Jogging, Road cycling, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. The region provides more than 500 routes for exploration. These routes have an average rating of 4.55 out of 5 stars from over 5,500 ratings.
The Kalkar region features terrain characterized by flat to gently rolling areas, agricultural lands, and smaller woodlands. This landscape is typical of the Lower Rhine area. Natural features like the Wisseler See and riverine environments also provide scenic backdrops for activities.
Kalkar is well-suited for cycling, offering routes for Touring cycling, Road cycling, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. There are nearly 200 touring cycling routes and 28 road cycling routes available. Guides like Cycling around Kalkar provide further details.
Kalkar provides numerous hiking opportunities, with over 110 dedicated hiking routes. These trails traverse woodlands and riverine landscapes. Specific guides such as Hiking around Kalkar and Easy hikes around Kalkar are available.
Kalkar offers mountain biking trails, with more than 60 routes available for this sport. These routes cater to various skill levels, including some designated as easy mountain biking. The MTB Trails around Kalkar guide provides more information.
Kalkar offers family-friendly options, particularly for hiking. The terrain, often flat to gently rolling, is suitable for various ages. A dedicated guide, Family-friendly hikes around Kalkar, highlights suitable routes.
Kalkar has trails suitable for exploring with dogs. Hikers can find routes that accommodate pets. The guide Dog-friendly hikes around Kalkar provides specific recommendations.
Kalkar features various points of interest including man-made monuments, viewpoints, historical sites, and religious buildings. Natural attractions include lakes, rivers, and natural monuments. The Wisseler See, with its beach, is a notable natural highlight.
Kalkar is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 29,000 visitors having explored its routes. The region's 510 routes have received over 5,500 ratings, averaging 4.55 out of 5 stars.
Komoot offers several guides for Kalkar, covering various activities. These include Cycling around Kalkar, Hiking around Kalkar, Traffic-free bike rides around Kalkar, and Family-friendly hikes around Kalkar.
The Kalkar Tourist Information can be contacted for visitor inquiries. The official website for the City of Kalkar is stadt-kalkar.de. The general phone number for the City of Kalkar is +49 2824 130.
Kalkar's flat to gently rolling terrain makes it suitable for easy cycling. Many touring cycling routes are accessible for various fitness levels. Guides like Traffic-free bike rides around Kalkar can help identify suitable options.
The Kalkar region includes facilities such as cafes and restaurants, which are often located along popular routes or within settlements. These establishments provide opportunities for refreshments during outdoor activities. Specific locations can be found on detailed maps or route descriptions.

