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View from Wittlaer in Düsseldorf to Kaiserswerth on the RhinePhoto: Adobe Stock
The route follows the traditional towpath on which horses used to pull the Rhine ships upstream. As you follow the well-surfaced path, the Rhine is always at your side. The route is almost flat and is therefore suitable for runners of all abilities. After about half the distance, you will reach Wittlaer, where the Schwarzbach flows into the Rhine.
The combination of nature and history is particularly attractive. Between the Rhine floodplains and the extensive fields of the Kalkum countryside, you can enjoy unobstructed views of the river and the Rhine meadows opposite. The route is accessible all year round, although the mornings and late afternoons are particularly suitable for running. In spring and summer, you can experience the blooming floodplain landscape, while autumn impresses with its blaze of color.
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Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
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Safety information
Pay particular attention to cyclists and walkers, as the path is very busy, especially on sunny summer days. Sections may be flooded during high water.Roadbook
About halfway along, you pass the crossing from Kaiserswerth to Wittlaer. You walk to the mouth of the Schwarzbach, where the path continues over a small bridge. Turn around there and walk back the same way.
Public transport
You can reach Kaiserswerth directly with the U79. Travel to the stop "Kaiserswerth" or "Klemensplatz". From both stations it is only a few minutes' walk to the Stammhauskirche. Bus routes 749 and 760 also serve Kaiserswerth and stop close to the starting point.Directions
From the south, follow the A57 or A3 and take the Düsseldorf-Kaiserswerth exit. From the north, take the A3 or A52 to the Kaiserswerth exit. The district is well signposted and can be reached via Niederrheinstraße.Parking
A free parking lot with 320 spaces is available around the clock on the corner of Niederrheinstraße and St. Swidbert. This is just a few minutes' walk from the main church. In the old town itself, parking is limited, but on Saturdays from 4 p.m. to 8 a.m. on Mondays, parking is free in most streets.Coordinates
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Equipment
Running shoes with a good profile for paved paths, weatherproof running clothes, possibly a headlamp for early or late runs.Localization
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
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