Landschaftspark Mechtenberg, Public park in Gelsenkirchen, Germany
Landschaftspark Mechtenberg extends across 290 hectares between three cities: Gelsenkirchen, Essen, and Bochum, featuring meadows, orchards, and walking paths throughout the grounds.
Originally standing at 99 meters, the hill dates back to the Ice Age when the Ruhr River flowed approximately 50 meters higher than its current level.
Four basalt sound steles, installed in 1998 by artist Thomas Link, form a cross shape at the entrance of the reclaimed landfill within the park.
The park connects to the regional cycling network and offers multiple access points via the B227 highway, with public transportation stops near the main entrances.
The Mechtenberg Bridge, designed with fan-shaped iron supports, spans 130 meters across the landscape, enabling visitors to traverse different sections of the park.
Location: Gelsenkirchen
Location: Essen
Location: Bochum
GPS coordinates: 51.47600,7.10077
Latest update: March 11, 2025 12:25
Himmelstreppe
1.5 km
Zeche Holland
2 km
Wissenschaftspark Gelsenkirchen
2.6 km
Heilig Kreuz
2.8 km
Zeche Bonifacius
1.2 km
Haus Leithe
2.5 km
Propsteikirche St. Gertrud von Brabant
2.3 km
Siedlung Flöz Dickebank
2.5 km
Rathaus
1.6 km
Bismarckturm Essen
945 m
Helfs Hof
2.3 km
Volksgarten Kray
884 m
Volkshaus Rotthausen
2.6 km
Kultur Ruhr GmbH
2.2 km
Haus Achternberg
1.4 km
Pilgerkapelle St. Bartholomäus
3 km
Mechtenberg
876 m
Herz-Jesu-Kirche (Sevinghausen)
2.7 km
Jugendhalle Schonnebeck
2.8 km
Alte Evangelische Kirche Wattenscheid
2.3 km
Mechtenberg
869 m
St. Joseph
1.3 km
Von-Wedelstaedt-Park
2.2 km
Jüdische Friedhof Gelsenkirchen-Ückendorf
2.9 km
St. Nicholas' Church
3 km
Halde Rheinelbe Süd
1.3 km
St. Barbara (Kray)
1.7 km
Alte Kirche Kray
1.5 kmReviews
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